Charyn Canyon National Park is a protected area in southeastern Kazakhstan, east of Almaty, centered on the dramatic Charyn Canyon carved by the Charyn River. The park covers a landscape of deep gorges, dry valleys, cliffs, and semi-desert plains at the edge of the Tian Shan. Charyn Canyon is the park's best-known feature, with layers of sedimentary rock exposed along steep walls shaped by erosion.

Quepos is a coastal town in Puntarenas Province on Costa Rica's central Pacific coast, situated beside the Quepos River and a sheltered bay. The town serves as a regional center for fishing, agriculture, tourism, and transportation, with a marina and waterfront areas overlooking the Pacific. Quepos is also one of the main gateways to Manuel Antonio National Park, located a short distance south of town.

Port Antonio is a coastal town in northeastern Jamaica, serving as the capital of Portland Parish and sitting between the Caribbean Sea and the foothills of the Blue Mountains. The town is surrounded by steep green hills, rivers, bays, and tropical vegetation, with the natural harbour formed by Navy Island and the mainland providing a sheltered setting.

Colmar is a city in Alsace, northeastern France, situated between the Vosges Mountains and the Rhine plain. Its historic centre is known for canals, narrow streets, colourful timber-framed houses, and buildings with carved details that reflect the region's Germanic and French influences. The Lauch River passes through the district known as Little Venice, while the covered market, old customs house, and former merchant houses add to the architectural variety.

Veracruz, Mexico, is a vibrant port city rich in history and culture. Founded in 1519 by Hernán Cortés, it is Mexico’s oldest city, and its historic center, with its colorful colonial buildings and bustling Zócalo, reflects its deep historical roots. Visitors can explore the impressive San Juan de Ulúa Fortress, a massive colonial-era fort that once served as a prison and a key military base.