Nestling cozily beneath the legendary triad of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau mountains, Interlaken, 570 meters above sea level is a wondrous health resort and an international favorite. The superb mountainous scenery and gentle climate are ideal venues for virtually every leisure activity, all year round.

Located on the north coast of Morocco near the Strait of Gibraltar, Tangier is a cultural capital replete with historic sites, colorful architecture, and splendid beaches. An essential stop is the Ancien Medina, a walled collection of winding streets and alleys filled with cafes and shops leading to the Kasbah, a former palace and mosque that also houses a museum.

Ao Nang is a coastal town in Thailand’s Krabi province, set against a backdrop of limestone cliffs that rise abruptly from the shoreline. Once a quiet fishing village, it has grown into a lively seaside hub while still retaining strong ties to the surrounding landscape.

Tenby sits on the Pembrokeshire coast of southwest Wales, where medieval walls still encircle a compact town above the sea. Its history as a fortified port is visible in stone ramparts, narrow lanes, and the ruins of Tenby Castle, which overlook the harbor.

Sierra Leone, on the coast of West Africa, is a country of striking contrasts, where white-sand beaches meet green mountains and vibrant cities. Its Atlantic shoreline stretches for miles, offering quiet escapes as well as lively coastal communities.