Nestled along the cliffs of the Gulf of Naples, Sorrento will charm you with its picturesque scenery and breathtaking coastal views. Three hours south of metropolitan Rome, Sorrento provides easy access to many of Italy’s most beloved destinations, including Naples, Pompeii, Amalfi, and Capri.

Lihue, the main town on the Hawaiian island of Kauai, blends administrative importance with island charm. As the county seat, it’s the hub of government and commerce, but it also serves as the welcoming gateway for travelers arriving at Lihue Airport or through its nearby harbor.

Passau sits on the confluence of the Danube, the Inn and the Ilz, so it is fitting that it is known as "the Dreiflüssestadt", which means the “City of Three Rivers.” The historical center offers a cathedral, churches and museums to explore, and the embankment is perfect for a romantic stroll.

Ullapool is a village in the Scottish Highlands about 65 miles north-west of Inverness. Ullapool is known for the progressive, ecologically sound practices of its inhabitants and is the center for the Highland Environment Centre; a project of the Highland Eco Trust.

Montserrat Mountain rises sharply from the plains of Catalonia, its jagged rock shapes visible from far away. The mountain is known for its unusual rounded peaks and narrow ridges, formed into striking forms that look almost carved by hand. Trails and cable cars lead visitors upward from nearby villages such as Monistrol de Montserrat, where the climb quickly reveals wide views across the region, stretching toward Barcelona on clear days.