Whistler, nestled in the Coast Mountains of British Columbia, is a year-round destination renowned for its world-class skiing and vibrant outdoor lifestyle. As home to the largest ski resort in North America, Whistler Blackcomb, this picturesque town transforms into a snowy wonderland each winter.

Darjeeling sits along a ridge in the eastern Himalaya, shaped by colonial history and long-standing ties to the surrounding hills.

Stowe, Vermont, nestled in the Green Mountains, is a quintessential New England destination that captivates visitors year-round with its charming village atmosphere, outdoor adventures, and vibrant arts scene. Often referred to as the “Ski Capital of the East,” Stowe offers world-class skiing and snowboarding at Stowe Mountain Resort, which boasts over 485 acres of skiable terrain, including trails on Vermont's highest peak, Mount Mansfield.

In ancient times, Kaanapali was a royal retreat for the rulers of Maui, who delighted in the perfect three-mile stretch of white sand beach, the gentle waves, warm sunny days and the majestic West Maui Mountains. Maui royalty surfed, raced their outrigger canoes, feasted at luaus that lasted for weeks, and where the Kaanapali Golf Course now blankets the land, they played ulu maika, a form of lawn bowling with heavy lava balls.

Asmara, the capital of Eritrea, is a city where time seems to have paused in the mid-20th century. Known for its remarkably preserved Italian modernist architecture, the city has earned recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.