A family vacation favorite with glorious weather year-round. There are 102 city parks on 2400 acres, five beaches, eight public swimming pools, 2 municipal golf courses, plenty of tennis courts, fine shops, museums and restaurants to explore and enjoy in St. Petersburg.

Ardagger provides a charming escape from Austria’s larger cities. Whether exploring the abbey, enjoying the riverfront, or sampling local dishes, visitors will find plenty of reasons to appreciate this peaceful corner of Lower Austria.

Dramatic and otherworldly, Deadvlei in Namibia is one of the most surreal landscapes on the planet. Located within the Namib-Naukluft National Park, Deadvlei is a white clay pan that was once an oasis filled with acacia trees. Over 900 years ago, a shift in climate and the encroachment of the towering red sand dunes cut off the river that fed the pan, leaving behind a hauntingly beautiful scene of dead trees that have been perfectly preserved in the arid environment.

Blaye is a small town on the Gironde estuary in southwestern France, north of Bordeaux, known for its riverside setting, historic citadel, and connection with the vineyards of northern Gironde. The town rises gently from the estuary, with the fortified Citadel of Blaye occupying a prominent position above the water. Its old streets contain stone houses, cafés, and shops, while the waterfront provides views across the broad estuary toward the Médoc peninsula.

Enchanting Palma is the capital of Mallorca, Spain’s island paradise in the Balearic Sea. This picturesque town boasts historic castles and cathedrals, glittering beaches, and some of the island’s best culinary delights. Don’t let this city’s small size fool you; Palma houses truly magnificent architectural gems that make this island getaway well worth exploring.