Santa Monica, California, a gem on the Pacific coast, offers a quintessential Southern California experience. The city is renowned for its iconic Santa Monica Pier, which features an amusement park, aquarium, and family-friendly dining. A ride on the historic Ferris wheel provides stunning ocean views and a sense of nostalgia.
One of the major rivers of the Iberian Peninsula, the Douro in north-central Spain and Portugal just might be the world's most beautiful wine region. Most of the river on the Spanish side isn't navigable, so river cruises generally travel roundtrip from Porto, on the coast of the Atlantic.
Beypazarı is a historic town in Ankara Province, Turkey, situated on the edge of the Central Anatolian plateau. It is recognized for its well-preserved Ottoman-era houses, narrow streets, and strong connection to traditional crafts. The town serves as both a residential center and a cultural destination, where restored buildings now function as museums, guesthouses, and workshops.
Panama City, the vibrant capital of Panama, is a city where modernity meets history in a striking blend. As you stroll through its lively streets, the futuristic skyline is crowned by the awe-inspiring Panama Canal, an engineering marvel that has shaped global trade for over a century. The canal's Miraflores Locks Visitor Center offers an up-close look at the massive ships navigating through this critical waterway, complete with panoramic views.
The Makena area has one of the most beautiful shorelines in South Maui, it is also home to a world class golf course and some of the major resorts on Maui. Makena is also adjacent to one of the more remote areas of Maui, the La Perouse Bay are, the end of the road for the South side.