Guaymas lies along the Gulf of California in the Mexican state of Sonora, shaped by its role as a working port rather than a resort city.

Victoria, the capital of Seychelles, is often described as one of the world’s smallest capitals, yet it brims with color and character. Located on Mahé Island, the city is both a cultural hub and a gateway to the surrounding beaches and mountains.

Malacca, also known as Melaka, sits along Malaysia’s west coast and is one of Southeast Asia’s most historically layered cities.

Suchitoto, located in the Cuscatlán department of El Salvador, is a hilltop town known for its cobblestone streets and scenic views of Lake Suchitlán. Once an important center for indigo production, the town still celebrates its dye-making history through artisan workshops where visitors can learn to create textiles using natural indigo. The name “Suchitoto” comes from the Nahuatl language and means “place of flowers and birds,” a nod to the area’s diverse birdlife and surrounding vegetation.

The capital of French Polynesia, Papeete is a veritable island paradise with bright cerulean waters, iconic overwater bungalows, and palm trees galore.