Mopti, often called the “Venice of Mali,” sits at the point where the Bani and Niger rivers meet. This strategic location has made it an important trading hub for centuries, attracting merchants, fishermen, and travelers from across West Africa.

Rimouski is a regional centre on the south shore of the St. Lawrence River in Quebec's Bas-Saint-Laurent region. The city stretches along the river from the Le Bic district to Pointe-au-Père, combining an urban centre with rural landscapes, coastal areas, and forested hills. Its location gives Rimouski a strong maritime character, while nearby parks and waterways provide access to a varied natural environment.

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.

Radda in Chianti, a hilltop gem in the heart of Tuscany’s Chianti wine region, embodies the quintessential Italian countryside experience. Once a medieval stronghold between rival city-states Florence and Siena, Radda still preserves its ancient walls, stone streets, and panoramic views of vineyards and olive groves that stretch across the rolling landscape.

Sal is a relatively flat, dry island in Cabo Verde, known for its broad beaches, volcanic landscapes, and strong connection with the sea. Its main urban centers are Espargos, the island’s administrative capital, and Santa Maria, a coastal town that developed around fishing and salt production and is now the island’s principal tourism center.