Tissamaharama, often called “Tissa” by seasoned travelers, sits in southern Sri Lanka as a town steeped in history and living culture. Once the capital of the ancient Ruhuna Kingdom in the 3rd century BCE, this settlement still radiates stories from the distant past in its temples, reservoirs, and even the streets where market life unfolds each day.

Pécs, Hungary, is a city that seamlessly blends history, culture, and a vibrant modern atmosphere. Nestled at the foot of the Mecsek Mountains in southern Hungary, Pécs boasts a rich heritage that dates back over 2,000 years. Visitors are often captivated by the city’s unique blend of Roman, Ottoman, and Hungarian influences.

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.

Ninh Binh, located about 100 kilometers south of Hanoi, offers a landscape shaped by limestone karsts, winding rivers, and flooded rice paddies. Often referred to as “Ha Long Bay on land,” the area is best explored by rowboat. At Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex, boat routes pass through caves, ancient pagodas, and valleys surrounded by towering cliffs. Local rowers often use their feet to paddle, an unusual technique that surprises many first-time visitors.

CocoCay, officially known as Perfect Day at CocoCay, is Royal Caribbean’s private island in the Bahamas designed to combine the laid-back charm of the Caribbean with world-class resort amenities.