Nouméa, the vibrant capital of New Caledonia, offers a captivating mix of French sophistication and Pacific charm. This bustling city is renowned for its beautiful beaches, such as Anse Vata, where turquoise waters and white sand invite relaxation and water sports.

Ningbo is right on the East China Sea, south of Shanghai. Many scholars believe this was the cradle of Chinese civilization. Study the stone tablets and thousands of rare Ming Dynasty books in China's oldest and most renowned library. See the Asoka Temple believed to be one of the most important Buddhist temples in China or visit Tian Tong Temple, one of the largest and most scenic. For shopping, try the colorful and busy Gao Tang Free Market, the largest in the city.

Tombstone Territorial Park is a protected wilderness area in central Yukon, north of Dawson City along the Dempster Highway. The park covers a large section of the North Klondike River region, where rugged mountains, broad valleys, tundra, and black spruce forests create a landscape unlike the lower-elevation country farther south.

Aberdare National Park is a 311 square mile sanctuary on an isolated volcanic massif which forms part of the eastern wall of the Rift Valley. Part of the larger forest reserve, the Aberdares are covered with a dense rainforest and provide spectacular views over the Rift Valley. Bird life is abundant with more than 200 species.

Bandarban is a hill district in southeastern Bangladesh, part of the Chittagong Hill Tracts and known for its forested mountains, winding rivers, and scattered Indigenous communities. Unlike the broad plains that cover much of Bangladesh, the area is dominated by steep hills and narrow valleys, creating a distinct landscape and way of life. Bandarban town sits along the Sangu River and serves as a base for exploring the surrounding hills. The region is particularly associated with trekking, view