Hong Kong is one of the few places in the world where a 700-year-old fishing village sits minutes away from the headquarters of international banks. Once a British colony and now a Special Administrative Region of China, the city carries traces of Cantonese, colonial, and global influences in its streets, rituals, and food. The city has more than 300 hiking trails, including the well-known Lion Rock hike, which ends at a dramatic cliff overlooking Kowloon’s dense skyline.

The Yangtze River, a magnificent artery of China, stretches over 6,300 kilometers (3,917 miles) from the Tibetan Plateau to the East China Sea. As the longest river in Asia and the third longest in the world, it weaves through breathtaking landscapes and vibrant cities, making it a prime destination for travelers seeking both adventure and cultural immersion.

Doha presents a journey where heritage and modern design intersect gracefully. The Museum of Islamic Art, designed by I. M. Pei, rises from the Corniche and houses ceramics, textiles, manuscripts, and metalwork spanning fourteen centuries. Nearby, the National Museum of Qatar, shaped like a desert rose, narrates the country's story through immersive exhibits and architecture by Jean Nouvel. These institutions offer perspectives on both art and national identity.

A popular stop on river cruises down the Rhône, Tournon, France is a picturesque town south of Lyon. Despite its small size, this French ville is instantly charming. From historic buildings like the Château-Musée de Tournon and the Église Saint-Julien de Tournon, to the lush botanical splendor of the Jardin d’Eden, Tournon’s quaint beauty is guaranteed to enchant.

Almost every modern scene in Constanta, Romania, is juxtaposed against 4th century Roman relics.