Vietnam is a country where dramatic landscapes and deep-rooted traditions intertwine, creating a mosaic of experiences that stretch from misty northern mountains to the lush waterways of the Mekong Delta. Its history is marked by ancient kingdoms, colonial legacies, and a remarkable story of resilience in the face of conflict.

If summer means the beach to the inhabitants of Greater Buenos Aires, Mar del Plata is most often the beach they are thinking of. Situated on the northern Atlantic coast, 400km from the capital, beaches in this area sprawl for eight km, with sophisticated mansions (reflecting the area's upper-class origins) mingling with the new middle-class resorts. Sea lions keep an eye on the fishing activities around the wharves, and a replica of the grotto of Lourdes is a kitsch paradise.

St. Paul’s Bay is a coastal town in northern Malta that stretches around a broad, indented section of the island’s northeastern shoreline. The area includes the neighborhoods of Bugibba, Qawra, and the original fishing settlement around St. Paul’s Bay itself. Its waterfront combines rocky shores, small bathing areas, marinas, promenades, and commercial streets filled with cafés and restaurants.

Gaspé sits at the eastern tip of the Gaspé Peninsula in Québec, where the St. Lawrence River opens into the Gulf and the land feels distinctly maritime.

Located in Glacier Bay, Alaska, Gustavus is the only town in this beautiful Wilderness Area.Several lodges are located in the area.