Whangarei sits at the head of a sheltered harbour in Northland, shaped by Māori settlement and later maritime trade.

Mombasa, Kenya’s vibrant coastal city, offers a blend of rich history, diverse cultures, and stunning beaches. As Kenya's second-largest city and its principal port, Mombasa has been a crucial crossroads for trade and culture for centuries. The historic Fort Jesus, a UNESCO World Heritage site, stands as a testament to the city's colonial past.

Half of the land on Sanibel island is designated as natural areas with two preserves protecting the island ecology and wildlife, while the other half offers resort and glistening beaches.

Its legacy as the former imperial capital of Vietnam is just one of many reasons to visit Hue. For more than a century, the emperors of the Nguyen dynasty (1802-1945) ruled from the Forbidden Purple City, the innermost enclosure of the citadel. Today, this complex is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site and draws millions of visitors each year.

Phang Nga is a coastal province in southern Thailand known for its dramatic limestone landscapes and deep connection to the Andaman Sea. Historically shaped by maritime trade, fishing communities, and tin mining, the region sits just north of Phuket yet feels distinctly quieter and more grounded.