New York is more than a state, it’s a collection of vivid contrasts where small-town traditions meet global icons. Beyond the skyscrapers of Manhattan, visitors discover everything from glacier-carved lakes in the Finger Lakes region to quiet mountain villages in the Adirondacks. In upstate towns like Saratoga Springs and Hudson, restored main streets are lined with galleries, cafés, and antique shops, offering a slower pace steeped in local pride.

Santa Fe, New Mexico, with its adobe-style architecture, vibrant arts scene, and unique blend of Native American, Spanish, and Anglo influences, is a destination like no other. Known as "The City Different," Santa Fe stands apart with its rich history and cultural diversity. A fun fact about Santa Fe is that it is the highest state capital in the United States, sitting at an elevation of 7,199 feet.

Kisoro is a small town in southwestern Uganda, set in the highlands near the borders of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It serves as an important gateway to the Virunga Mountains and has long been shaped by its position at the crossroads of cultures, trade routes, and protected landscapes.

Eidfjord is a gateway to Norway's Hardangervidda National Park, providing access to vast plateaus and diverse wildlife.

Santa Marta, located on Colombia’s northern Caribbean coast, is one of the country’s oldest cities, founded in 1525. It has long served as a gateway between the coast and the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, the world’s highest coastal mountain range.