Mammoth Lakes, tucked into California’s Sierra Nevada mountains, is a year-round destination that combines alpine scenery with outdoor adventure. Known for its crisp mountain air and dramatic landscapes, the town sits near the eastern entrance to Yosemite National Park, making it an ideal base for exploring the region.

Alghero, located on the northwest coast of Sardinia, Italy, is a seaside city that blends history, culture, and natural beauty.

Who would have thought, back in the tumultuous coup and counter coup days of the 1970s, that Burkina Faso would become the cultural darling of West Africa? Unlikely as it seems, Burkina Faso has become the Utah of West Africa, hosting a biennial film festival that rivals the Sundance Film Festival for cultural clout. When it's not hosting film festivals, it's busy organizing its other biennial cultural festival.

Egypt’s Port Said sits at the northern entrance of the Suez Canal, where the Mediterranean meets one of the world’s most famous waterways.

The Loyalty Islands, an enchanting archipelago in New Caledonia, provide an unforgettable escape for travelers looking to experience an unspoiled side of the Pacific.