Tunis' white-washed, blue-shuttered buildings hide a treasure trove of Arabic and Ottoman art. Inspect illuminated manuscripts from the Koran, follow the twists and turns of the fascinating old Medina (inner city), marvel at the ornate Palace of Dar Ben Abduallah and the magnificent Djamaa-Ez-Zitouna Mosque, whose 184 columns were "recycled" from the rocky ruins of Carthage.

There's plenty to explore and savor in this vibrant paradise on the Caribbean Sea, including numerous beaches, an assortment of water sports, and plenty of delicious eats and cocktails.

The "Big Easy" invites all to eat, drink and be merry, especially during Mardi Gras, its famous late-winter bacchanal.

Phillip Island, a serene escape located just 90 minutes from Melbourne, Australia, is a natural wonderland that entices visitors with its stunning coastal landscapes and unique wildlife experiences. The island is most famous for its Penguin Parade, where every evening at sunset, hundreds of little penguins—the smallest penguin species in the world—waddle ashore to their burrows on Summerland Beach.

Lyttelton is the largest settlement on Lyttelton Harbour, an inlet on the northwestern side of Banks Peninsula, and provides a frequent landing spot to those who are Christchurch bound.