Dominical is a small coastal town on Costa Rica’s southern Pacific shore, known for its strong connection to the ocean and surrounding rainforest.

Chios lies in the northeastern Aegean, close enough to the Turkish coast that the mainland feels present in daily life.

Maseru, the capital of Lesotho, sits along the banks of the Caledon River near the border with South Africa. As the political and economic center of the country, it offers a mix of modern amenities, government offices, and bustling markets.

Busselton is a relaxed coastal town in Western Australia, set along the calm, sheltered waters of Geographe Bay.

Southeast Spain's seaport of Cartagena is a large naval base on the Mediterranean coast. The city was founded in 220 B.C. and boasts Roman ruins, mosaics and murals.