Carcassonne is a fortified city in southern France, rising above the Aude River with walls and towers that feel lifted from another century. Its origins stretch back to Roman times, but the city is best known for its medieval citadel, rebuilt and expanded during the Middle Ages when Carcassonne became a strategic stronghold on key trade and military routes.

The Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a breathtaking stretch of England’s southern coastline that spans 95 miles from Exmouth in Devon to Studland Bay in Dorset. It is renowned for its dramatic cliffs, stunning beaches, and incredible geological history, offering visitors the chance to explore 185 million years of Earth’s evolution.

A frequent stop for Caribbean cruises, this Central American destination will delight you with local flea markets, museums, and delicious eats.

Palawan Island stretches along the western edge of the Philippines, shaped by seafaring routes, Indigenous cultures, and relative isolation from the country’s major urban centers.

Senja is Norway’s second-largest island, located well above the Arctic Circle and often described as a condensed version of the country’s most dramatic landscapes.