Vesteralen is a coastal archipelago in northern Norway, located just north of the Lofoten Islands, known for its wide-open landscapes, dramatic skies, and strong ties to the sea. Historically shaped by fishing and seafaring, the region’s communities developed around sheltered harbors and seasonal fisheries, particularly for cod.

Who would have thought, back in the tumultuous coup and counter coup days of the 1970s, that Burkina Faso would become the cultural darling of West Africa? Unlikely as it seems, Burkina Faso has become the Utah of West Africa, hosting a biennial film festival that rivals the Sundance Film Festival for cultural clout. When it's not hosting film festivals, it's busy organizing its other biennial cultural festival.

Located in the Southern Territory. Coober Pedy is known as the opal capital of the world, with many opal caves.

The Albanian Riviera is a stretch of Ionian coastline in southern Albania, extending from the Llogara area toward Sarandë and including coastal settlements such as Palasë, Dhërmi, Vuno, Himarë, Qeparo, Borsh, and Lukovë. The landscape combines steep mountain slopes with rocky coves, sandy and pebble beaches, olive groves, and clear coastal waters.

El Salvador's capital and largest city lies in a valley at the foot of the large San Salvador volcano. Shanty towns abound and the streets are lined with people selling everything.