Singapore is a fascinating melting pot where Eastern and Western cultures meet. The hypermodern buildings of the financial district blend in with Chinatown’s more traditional architecture. Owing to its roots as an old trading town, Singapore is a great place for anyone who wants to shop as the consumerist culture here runs deep. In addition, Singapore offers cuisine with influences from all corners of Asia, particularly India, that exceed the highest of expectations.

Set on the banks of the River Foyle in Northern Ireland, Derry (officially Londonderry) is one of Europe's best-preserved walled cities. The Bogside murals and Free Derry Corner stand as records of The Troubles, and the "Hands Across the Divide" monument marks the city's hard-won steps towards peace. Named UK City of Culture in 2013, Derry has earned a reputation for great food, live music and a thriving arts scene. The rugged Causeway Coast, a UNESCO-listed stretch of dramatic basalt columns, is just a short drive away.

Sofia could be likened to a Sleeping Beauty rousing from her slumbers, reawakening to share her charm with the rest of the world. With relics from Roman times to the Soviet era, a vibrant cultural and entertainment scene, and breathtaking views of the Vitosha mountain massif, Sofia is ready to reclaim her rightful place as one of the leading lights on the European sky.

Think big in Washington–as soon as you arrive in D.C., you’ll be knocked over by the scale of the place. America's capital wants you to know where you are, and the city goes all out to impress in terms of grandeur and size. Drama and scandal bubble under the surface, while the streets are abuzz with hip and happening events, museums, restaurants, and clubs around every corner. The principles of Equality, Justice, Life, and Liberty are still upheld, but D.C. is, above all, a trendy and international town.

This historic colonial town, just a short trip away from thunderous Victoria Falls, thrums with adrenaline and old-world charm. Once Northern Rhodesia’s capital, today the town serves as a crossroads of southern Africa, where Zambia, Zimbabwe and Botswana meet. At sunset, the Zambezi’s waters turn golden as safari boats glide past hippos, while craft markets overflow with vibrant textiles and carvings. Whether you come for the falls’ deafening roar or the town’s laid-back charm, Livingstone delivers Africa at its most spectacular.