If Banff is the crown jewel of the Canadian Rockies, then Jasper is its wild and unpredictable sibling — rugged, raw, and impossibly beautiful. Tucked away further north in Alberta, Jasper National Park feels like a secret you stumble upon rather than a destination you planned. It's the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies, yet somehow less crowded, more mysterious, and deeply immersive.

If Thailand were a symphony, most travelers tune into the dramatic crescendos — the full-moon parties of Koh Phangan, the nightlife rhythms of Pattaya, or the cinematic allure of Phi Phi Islands. But every great piece needs its quiet notes — the soft piano moments between the drums. That’s where Hua Hin comes in.