Warsaw stands as one of Europe’s most resilient cities, having rebuilt itself almost entirely after World War II. The Old Town, meticulously reconstructed using paintings by Italian artist Bernardo Bellotto, feels centuries old but is, in fact, less than a hundred years in its current form. Behind the medieval facades lie stories of uprisings, resistance, and quiet defiance. Visitors walking through Castle Square can enter the Royal Castle, where Poland’s Constitution of May 3, 1791 was adopted.

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

As a UNESCO World Heritage site, Stone Town boasts narrow, winding streets lined with towering stone buildings adorned with beautifully carved wooden doors, reflecting its rich history as a major trading hub.

On the Nile's east bank sits Luxor, a onetime stronghold for Egyptian pharaohs. Key sites include Luxor Temple, Karnak Temple, and the Valley of the Kings.

Oranjestad, Aruba’s colorful capital, blends Dutch colonial charm with the island’s easygoing Caribbean character. The city’s pastel-painted buildings, adorned with gables and decorative facades, recall its Dutch heritage while housing modern boutiques, cafés, and museums.