Nestled in the heart of Tuscany, Volterra offers a captivating journey through time with its well-preserved medieval charm and Etruscan roots. The city's history is evident as you wander through its narrow, winding streets, flanked by ancient walls that date back to the Etruscan period. The Roman Theater, built in the 1st century AD, is a testament to the city's significance in antiquity and provides an evocative glimpse into Volterra’s storied past.

Ganvie, often called the "Venice of Africa," is a lake village located in the heart of Lake Nokoué in southern Benin. What makes Ganvie extraordinary is that the entire village sits on stilts above the water, with wooden homes, floating markets, and schools accessible only by boat. Visitors can glide through narrow canals in pirogues, experiencing firsthand a way of life shaped entirely by water.

Eminently livable and a pleasure to visit, Zurich is Switzerland's largest and most affluent city. This Central European metropolis is an engine of finance and banking, and has much to offer to visitors. There are numerous art museums, fine chocolate stores, and boundless luxury shopping opportunities.

Nestled in the mountains just 90 minutes from Tokyo, Hakone has long been a retreat for travelers seeking both quiet and culture. Once a crucial checkpoint on the historic Tōkaidō road between Edo and Kyoto, Hakone is still shaped by centuries of history. The reconstructed Hakone Sekisho (Hakone Checkpoint) offers a glimpse into the Edo Period, when travelers were inspected by samurai guards before continuing on their journey.

St. George’s, the capital of Grenada, is a picturesque harbor town nestled within the rim of an extinct volcano. Its horseshoe-shaped Carenage, lined with pastel-colored colonial buildings, offers a postcard-perfect introduction to the island.