The Canary Islands, a Spanish archipelago off the northwest coast of Africa, offer far more than just sunshine and beaches. Made up of eight main islands, each with its own personality, the Canaries are a place where lunar landscapes, cloud forests, volcanic peaks, and historic towns coexist within short travel distances. On Tenerife, Mount Teide looms over a landscape of solidified lava and craters that look like a science fiction set.

Bandia Reserve is a private wildlife reserve in Senegal’s Thiès Region, located near the village of Bandia and within easy reach of Dakar, Mbour, and the resort area of Saly. Covering about 3,500 hectares, the reserve protects a landscape of dry savanna, thorny scrub, seasonal water sources, and large baobab trees.

Cody, Wyoming, is a gateway to the American West, known for its connection to the legendary Buffalo Bill Cody and the pioneering spirit of the region.

While San Pedro Sula is the oldest city in Honduras, it doesn't show its age. Flat, with a tropical climate,the city prospers both as a commercial center and as a getaway to the Copan ruins and the Bay Islands. There is also a popular artisan market where you can buy silkscreen prints, primitive paintings, pottery, hammocks and wood sculptures.

The land and seascapes of the north coast of County Antrim, Northern Ireland, are perhaps one of Europe's best kept secrets. Portrush has a beautiful position on Ramore Head peninsula jutting out into the Atlantic, with sandy beaches running east and west. The resort has the usual amenities of a seaside resort.