No trip to D.C. is complete without seeing the iconic White House. You can’t go inside without advance clearance, but the Visitor Center nearby has a virtual tour that gives a good sense of the rooms and history. From the outside, it’s interesting to watch the comings and goings, and the lawn and gardens are worth a stroll if you’re nearby.

Antwerp's Central Station is a magnificent architectural feat with its steel canopy over the platforms. Architecturally inspired by the Pantheon in Rome, the station was inaugurated in 1905. In 2007, the station was expanded, and a tunnel was added. The large station hall is frequently used for all kinds of events. Centraal Station has been voted one of the most beautiful stations in the world on numerous occasions.

Lauwersmeer National Park, straddling the border of Groningen and Friesland, emerged from the transformation of the Lauwerszee into a lake in 1969. This park, a haven for over 100 bird species and a key stopover in their migratory paths, offers a blend of open water, grasslands, reed beds and forests. Notable for its tranquillity and natural beauty, it's also a designated Dark Sky Park, ideal for stargazing. Home to unique wildlife, including Konik horses and Scottish Highland cattle, the park provides enriching experiences through hiking and boat photo tours.

The Magic House, also known as St. Louis Children's Museum, offers exhibits centered around expanding the minds and imagination of children and their families. As an inclusive organization, the Magic House is an educational resource for all of St. Louis, providing tangible, hands-on activities that support education.