Lewa Wildlife Conservancy lies in northern Kenya at the foothills of Mount Kenya, where open savannah, wooded hills, and seasonal rivers create a varied and striking landscape.
Tampico, located on the Gulf Coast of Tamaulipas, is a port city with a layered history shaped by trade, oil, and immigration. Its downtown district is known for neoclassical buildings, many of which were constructed with imported bricks and ironwork from Europe during the oil boom of the early 20th century. One of Tampico’s most photographed structures is the Mercado Municipal, rebuilt in recent years but still functioning as a central hub for daily life.
The Gulf of Oman is a region of diverse landscapes and rich history. Stretching between the coasts of Oman, the United Arab Emirates, and Iran, this gulf is lined with stunning shorelines, port cities, and hidden natural gems.
Aizuwakamatsu in Fukushima Prefecture is a city where samurai history is tangible. Once a stronghold of the Aizu domain, it played a pivotal role in the late Edo period and the Boshin War.
Saint John is a culturally-rich seaport city on New Brunswick's Bay of Fundy. History and natural wonders combine to make this locale a hidden Canadian gem.
Located on the Rhône River, Avignon is the city to which the Popes fled when leaving the corruption of Rome in the 14th century. The palace they built, 'Le Palais des Papes,' is a breathtaking must see. After touring this majestic Gothic structure, be sure to hike the Parc de Rochers des Doms for a panoramic view of Avignon, the Rhône River Valley, and the St. Bénezet Bridge.