The Slovenian capital of Ljubljana is small with a population of just above a quarter million. But the city boasts a plethora of sights which include Ljubljana Castle and Cathedral, Triple Bridge, Metelkova Art Center, Republic and Congress Square, Cerkev Marijinega Oznanjenja, and Saints Cyril and Methodius Church, as well as plentiful green spaces like Tivoli Park!

Known for it's cheap beer and destination for stag and hen do's, there is much more to this Central European capital. The main sites like the Lennon Wall, Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, and Old Town Square are a must see. Do yourself a favour though and try to get off the beaten path and check out places like the Kafka Museum, Rigierovy sady park, and St. Vitus Cathedral.

The Art Nouveau style of the Latvian capital of Riga is a refreshing change from the skyscrapers that usually accompany capital cities. This city can be reached by bus, plane, or ferry and boasts city center attractions like Riga Castle, Three Brothers, House of the Blackheads, Swedish Gate, St. Peter's Church, and Riga Market.

It can be argued that the biggest draw of Bangkok (and Thailand in general) is the food. In between meals, you can make your way up and down the Chao Phraya river by boat, stopping at different attractions along the way. These include Wat Arun, Wat Pho, The Grand Palace, Tha Tian Market, and Saranrom Park.

Morocco is one of those countries with a plethora of different cities to satisfy everyone's tastes. You can choose from the coastal cities of Casablanca and Essaouira, the cultural centers Marrakech and Fez, and the blue city of Chefchaouen (among others). Here I'll highlight some of the places to see in these cities like the Hassan II Mosque, Jemaa El-Fna market, and the Chouara Tannery.

South Africa and wine tasting go hand in hand. If you find yourself in the wine rich region of Stellenbosch, look no further for here is a great guide on what some of the wineries in the region have on offer. Choose from vineyards with excellent tasting menus (wine paired with ice cream, cheese, chocolate, etc) as well as insanely nice views.