Potsdam, the capital of Germany’s Brandenburg state, lies just southwest of Berlin and is best known for its grand palaces, landscaped gardens, and role as a seat of Prussian royalty.

Leros Island, Greece, rests quietly in the Aegean Sea, offering a combination of sun-drenched beaches and historical landmarks that invite exploration. The main town, Agia Marina, spreads along a natural harbor, where fishing boats and small yachts sway gently against the backdrop of colorful houses climbing the hillside. Winding streets reveal a mix of architecture, from traditional whitewashed homes to neoclassical buildings.

Zeebrugge is a coastal district of Bruges in West Flanders, Belgium, located on the North Sea coast. It is best known as one of Europe’s major ports, handling international cargo, passenger ferries, and fishing activities.

Las Palmas (officially Las Palmas de Gran Canaria) is the capital of Gran Canaria island as well as co-capital (along with Santa Cruz de Tenerife) of the Canary Islands. It is a major cruise-ship port known for duty-free shopping and sandy beaches, including Playa de Las Canteras, considered by many to be one of the best urban beaches worldwide.

An island of international renown, Hydra is one of the first islands to have been discovered by tourism and, due to the short distance from Athens, has for years hosted a large number of tourists.

Kiawah Island boasts over 10 miles of wide, immaculate, ocean beach. Soothing by day, romantic by night, the beach is complimented by river, meandering lagoons, and pristine marshlands.