Looking at the vast pavilion roof of the Sony Center and the many high-rise buildings around it, it’s difficult to imagine that Potsdamer Platz for a long time was in the death strip of the Berlin Wall and was nothing but a desolate wasteland. These days, Potsdamer Platz is a major public transportation hub, as well as a centre for business, entertainment, culture and shopping. Here you'll also find an IMAX cinema and the German Film Archive — Museum of Film and Television in Berlin. Perfect destination after taking a mandatory pic next to the Brandenburg Gate.

Bali is a world-class surf destination, whether you're chasing big barrels or just learning to stand up. The island’s coastline has something for everyone—Kuta and Legian are great for beginners, while Uluwatu, Padang Padang, and Keramas attract pros from all over the world. You'll find plenty of surf schools around, with UP2U Surf School in Kuta being a solid pick for lessons or guided sessions.

Locals call it La Manquita — 'the one-armed lady' — because only one of its towers was ever finished. Built between the 16th and 18th centuries, the cathedral mixes Renaissance design with a Baroque front. It actually sits on the site of a former mosque, and you can still spot a few traces of that. There's a long-running rumour that money meant for the second tower went to support the American War of Independence — not confirmed, but it’s part of the local lore.

Start your day in a unique way by catching an unforgettable sunrise atop Mount Batur. A local guide leads you up in the early hours, just in time to see the sun rise over Bali’s volcanic landscape. At the summit, enjoy a breakfast featuring eggs steamed by the volcano’s natural heat.