The Icefields Parkway is a scenic mountain highway connecting Lake Louise and Jasper through the Canadian Rockies of Alberta. The route follows valleys between rugged peaks, passing glaciers, turquoise lakes, alpine meadows, forests, and major river headwaters. It crosses the Continental Divide and runs through both Banff and Jasper national parks, forming part of a UNESCO World Heritage landscape.
Nestled high in the Pyrenees, Soldeu is a mountain village in the principality of Andorra, best known for its access to Grandvalira, which is one of the largest ski areas in Southern Europe. At 1,800 meters above sea level, Soldeu has grown from a quiet farming village into a winter destination with over 200 kilometers of slopes. It hosted World Cup alpine ski races in 2019 and is scheduled to host the Finals again in 2029.
Lansing is the capital of Michigan, located in the south-central part of the Lower Peninsula along the Grand River. The city serves as the center of Michigan state government and has a long connection to manufacturing, education, and transportation. Its urban landscape includes the Capitol complex, established neighborhoods, riverfront parks, and former industrial areas.
New Caledonia is an archipelago located in the south western part of the Pacific Ocean, and belongs to what is known as Melanesia. The mainland known as the "Grande Terre" is the principal island of New Caledonia and covers an area of 400 kms north to south and 50 kms west to east, with a total surface of 19 000 square meters. It is the third largest island in the South Pacific after New Guinea and New Zealand.
Aci Trezza is a small fishing village on Sicily’s eastern coast, just north of Catania, overlooking the Ionian Sea along the Riviera dei Ciclopi. Its waterfront is defined by dark basalt rocks, small fishing boats, and the Faraglioni dei Ciclopi, a group of sea stacks rising offshore. The rocks were formed by ancient volcanic activity connected with the geological history of Mount Etna.
Situated on the Yangzte River, this is the provincial capital of the port of embarcation and debarcation for Yangzte River cruises. East Lake Park, Yellow Crane Tower, Guiyuan Temple, Hongshan Pagoda are some of the attractions.
Other Popular Destinations in China
Beijing
Beijing, the capital of China, is a city where history and modern life intersect on a grand scale. Ancient landmarks like the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, and the Temple of Heaven reflect centuries of imperial heritage, while the Great Wall lies just outside the city, offering views of one of the most famous engineering feats in the world.
Shanghai
Shanghai is a city where contrasting timelines meet at every corner. Once a small fishing village along the Huangpu River, it grew rapidly during the 19th century into a major trading port. Today, its skyline tells a story of that transformation. On one side, the Bund’s colonial-era buildings stand tall in limestone and granite; on the other, the futuristic towers of Pudong, like the Shanghai Tower and Jin Mao, stretch into the clouds.