Punta Arenas — gateway to Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego — charms with dramatic coastlines, colorful historic buildings, unique wildlife, icy glaciers and rich maritime history.

Sailing Antigua reveals powdery white coves, dramatic limestone cliffs, turquoise seas, playful stingrays, secret beaches and coral gardens for snorkeling.

Rugged cliffs, candy‑colored harbors and a delightful mix of cultures make the Isle of Jersey feel like a tiny country with a grand personality. Tucked between England and France, the island pairs British gentility with Gallic sparkle — windswept beaches, fragrant narrow lanes and sleepy villages where time takes a gentle breath.

Monaco enchants with a compact, dazzling mix of glamour and history — opulent hotels, couture boutiques and the Monte Carlo Casino alongside centuries-old palaces and sun-warmed seaside lanes. Compact and walkable, Monaco delivers a concentrated taste of Riviera life: refined dining, vibrant culture and seaside splendor in one unforgettable visit.

Mirissa, a sun-drenched jewel on Sri Lanka’s southern coast, pulses with a laid-back energy. Golden beaches curve into sparkling waters where surfers carve gentle waves by day and the shoreline comes alive with cozy bars and music after dark. It’s the perfect springboard for exploring the storied ramparts of Galle Fort and the deep blue nearby plays host to unforgettable whale and dolphin excursions — sea-spray mornings that feel made for stories.

An island with a delightful split personality: Sint Maarten on the Dutch side and Saint Martin on the French. Up north, French flair reigns — charming cafés, exquisite cuisine and a relaxed, romantic pace. Tucked between verdant hills you’ll find secret beaches, sweeping mountain panoramas and historic hilltop forts like Fort Louis overlooking Marigot, the island’s graceful capital.

With a gorgeous beach for every day of the year, tortoise sanctuaries and loads of succulent seafood, Antigua & Barbuda is truly a hidden gem. The island offers endless amounts of sunbathing, swimming and water sports but still feels quaint and untouched. It also has rich British history as a British naval headquarters and sugar colony.

Historically known as Spalato, Split is the sparkling heart of Dalmatia and the busiest port along the Croatian coast. It’s also an irresistible launchpad for island-hopping adventures. You can slip away to postcard-perfect spots: the luminous Blue Cave, the wild beauty of Stiniva Cove, the peaceful beaches of Budikovac and the vibrant island of Hvar — each a short boat ride from Split’s harbor and each offering its own slice of Adriatic magic.

Nestled within 13th-century town walls, the sleepy harbor town of Tenby, Wales, cradles golden sandy beaches that sweep toward the sea beneath the romantic ruins of Tenby Castle and the amiable Tenby Museum and Art Gallery. Tenby’s colorful Georgian houses, quaint narrow streets and welcoming seaside atmosphere make it utterly charming.

Croatia's second largest city, Split is a Dalmatian seaside town brimming with Roman ruins and natural splendor. This Mediterranean paradise is also the perfect jumping off point to island hop or explore nearby beaches and hidden caves.

Busting with idyllic beaches, parrot sanctuaries and wild zip lines, Sint Maarten is a Dutch territory and country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Part of the Leeward Islands in the Caribbean Sea, this little island is also home to Saint Martin in the north.

"Pearl of the Adriatic," Dubrovnik sits in southern Dalmatia along the Adriatic Sea and is known for its unique Old Town, enclosed with massive stone walls from the 16th century and packed full of delicious seafood restaurants and charming boutiques.

Viñales a small town west of Havana with green rolling hills planted with fruit, vegetables, coffee and tobacco. It’s known for steep limestone hills called mogotes which dot the landscape and gardens full of palms and orchids.

A UNESCO World Heritage site since 1988 because of its historical importance as a center of the sugar trade in the 18th and 19th centuries, Trinidad is also one of the most well-preserved cities in the Caribbean.