Macedonia, officially known as North Macedonia, is a country where ancient history and vibrant culture meet in a striking landscape. The capital city, Skopje, showcases a blend of old and new with its Ottoman-era bazaars sitting alongside modern sculptures and bridges. Visitors can explore the stone bridge, a symbol of the city, and wander through the Old Bazaar, where traditional crafts and local flavors invite discovery.

The Canary Islands, a Spanish archipelago off the northwest coast of Africa, offer far more than just sunshine and beaches. Made up of eight main islands, each with its own personality, the Canaries are a place where lunar landscapes, cloud forests, volcanic peaks, and historic towns coexist within short travel distances. On Tenerife, Mount Teide looms over a landscape of solidified lava and craters that look like a science fiction set.

Gamboa, Panama, was originally built to house employees of the Panama canal. The small town's main attractions are its proximity to significant tracts of relatively undisturbed rainforest, and Pipeline Road, considered one of the best bird watching sites in Central America.

Ambon is the capital of the archipelago of Maluku. The city was founded around the late 1500's due largely to the famed Spice Trade route. Ambon is diverse with the rich culture of many different nationalities.

Stewart Island, known in Māori as Rakiura, lies off the southern coast of New Zealand and is the country’s third-largest island.