Naha is the cultural and administrative heart of Okinawa Island, shaped by its past as the capital of the Ryukyu Kingdom.

Glencoe lies in the western Highlands of Scotland, where a long, steep-sided valley cuts through mountains shaped by ancient volcanic activity and glaciation.

Dominica, known as the “Nature Island of the Caribbean,” is a haven for eco-tourists and adventure seekers. Nestled between the French islands of Guadeloupe and Martinique, this lush island boasts a remarkable landscape of volcanic mountains, dense rainforests, and stunning waterfalls. Dominica’s most iconic natural wonder is the Boiling Lake, the second-largest hot spring in the world.

Qatar invites discovery through both its modern ambition and traces of its desert heritage. In Doha, the Museum of Islamic Art, designed by I. M. Pei, rises over the waterfront to display centuries of calligraphy, ceramics, textiles, and metalwork. Nearby, the National Museum of Qatar presents the nation's story through exhibits and architecture shaped like the desert rose. Each space offers both insight and reflection.

Cut length wise by the Turkish/Greek border, the island of Cyprus leads two lives. The Turkish side is traditional and Islamic, while the Greek side is a very modern vacation destination.