Situated on the eastern edge of Cape Breton Island, Sydney in Nova Scotia welcomes visitors with a strong connection to the sea and a deep-rooted cultural identity. The city’s waterfront is a natural gathering place, where boardwalks stretch along the harbor and offer views of fishing boats, cruise ships, and open water. One of its most recognizable landmarks is the world’s largest fiddle, a towering tribute to the region’s musical traditions.

Amiens is a city in northern France and the capital of the Somme department, set along the Somme River amid the Picardy countryside. Its historic centre is dominated by Amiens Cathedral, one of the largest Gothic cathedrals in France and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Waterways are also central to the city's character, particularly in the Hortillonnages, a network of gardens and canals on former marshland.

Nestled between the pristine waters of Lake Annecy and the towering French Alps, Annecy is a charming gem in southeastern France that offers visitors a unique blend of history, natural beauty, and alpine allure. Often referred to as the "Venice of the Alps" due to its network of canals that wind through the old town, Annecy captivates with its cobbled streets, pastel-colored houses, and flower-adorned bridges.

Orange Walk is a town in northern Belize situated along the New River and surrounded by agricultural land. Often associated with sugarcane production, it serves as the main center of Orange Walk District and provides a useful base for exploring northern Belize. The river is an important feature of the area, connecting the town with wetlands, forests, and the archaeological site of Lamanai.

Wadi Bani Khalid is a major valley in Oman's Al Sharqiyah North Governorate, extending from the Hajar Mountains toward the desert landscapes of the Sharqiyah Sands. It is known for its year-round watercourses, pools, rocky gorges, and clusters of date palms. Unlike many wadis that can become dry, Wadi Bani Khalid retains flowing water in parts of its upper valley, creating a green contrast with the surrounding arid terrain.

Lac Abbe, straddling the border between Djibouti and Ethiopia, is one of East Africa’s most otherworldly landscapes.