Corinna is a small, remote settlement on Tasmania’s west coast, set beside the dark waters of the Pieman River at the southern edge of takayna / Tarkine. Once a gold-mining settlement, it is now centred on a wilderness village surrounded by cool-temperate rainforest, rivers, and rugged country. Corinna has no mobile phone coverage and very limited supplies, giving it a distinctly secluded character.

The Scotia Sea, nestled between the southern tip of South America and Antarctica, is a remote and captivating destination for those seeking adventure in the world’s southernmost waters.

Freetown, the capital of Sierra Leone, is a city where history and daily life intertwine along the shores of the Atlantic. Founded in 1792 as a settlement for freed slaves from Britain and the Americas, it remains a place of cultural depth and resilience.

Messina sits on the northeastern tip of Sicily, facing the narrow Strait of Messina. Its position has long made it a key port connecting the island to mainland Italy. The city is shaped by its harbor, hillside neighborhoods, and views across the water toward Calabria. Messina stands out for its role as a gateway, with active ferry routes and a layout that blends rebuilt urban areas with historic landmarks and coastal scenery.

Mbombela is the capital of Mpumalanga province, situated in the Lowveld near the southern edge of the Kruger National Park region. The city is surrounded by wooded hills, subtropical vegetation, and agricultural land, with citrus farming particularly important to the local economy. It serves as a regional centre for government, business, education, and access to nearby wildlife and nature attractions.