Piombino is a coastal city on a promontory in southern Tuscany, overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea and the islands of the Tuscan Archipelago. Its position on the Etruscan Coast has shaped both its history and its modern identity, with a working port, maritime traditions, and access to beaches and protected coastal areas. The historic center occupies the older part of the promontory, where medieval and Renaissance buildings stand within sections of the former defensive walls.

Guaymas lies along the Gulf of California in the Mexican state of Sonora, shaped by its role as a working port rather than a resort city.

Basel is the global center of the pharmaceutical industry, but most travelers visit for the world-famous ART Basel festival, as well as the numerous art galleries, iconic architecture and museums.

Bulgaria is a republic in southeastern Europe. The capital and largest city is Sofiya. Bulgarian culture has been influenced successively by Byzantine, Greek, Russian, and Western cultures.

Gaspé sits at the eastern tip of the Gaspé Peninsula in Québec, where the St. Lawrence River opens into the Gulf and the land feels distinctly maritime.

Glenfinnan, nestled in the Scottish Highlands, is a picturesque village renowned for its dramatic landscapes and historical significance. This small but enchanting destination is best known for the Glenfinnan Viaduct, an architectural marvel completed in 1901.