Hakodate sits at the southern tip of Hokkaido and combines historical charm with natural splendor.

Puerto Natales sits at the head of the Ultima Esperanza Sound in southern Chile, serving as the gateway to Patagonia’s dramatic landscapes.

Amarante, located in Portugal’s northern region of Tâmega e Sousa, sits quietly along the banks of the Tâmega River, framed by stone bridges, historic churches, and lush hills. The city is best known for its connection to São Gonçalo, a 13th-century monk whose name now graces the arched bridge and the grand convent-church that stands beside it.

Hong Kong, a Special Administrative Region of China, is a destination where skyscrapers meet the sea and mountains. Its dramatic skyline, best admired from Victoria Harbour or the Peak, reflects its role as a global financial hub.

Puerto Princesa, the capital of Palawan in the Philippines, is often seen as the gateway to some of the country’s most remarkable natural landscapes.