Astoria, Oregon is the state's oldest city. Located on the Columbia River near the Pacific Ocean, Astoria is rich in history, including fishing, canning and the Lewis and Clark Expedition.

The Dordogne River flows from the mountains of Auvergne to Bordeaux through the magnificent French countryside. The valley area named for the river is full of bucolic scenery, dotted with welcoming rural villages, quaint riverside castles, and plenty of opportunities for gourmet meals in true French tradition.

Stromboli is a small volcanic island in the Tyrrhenian Sea, just off the north coast of Sicily. Referred to by some as the "Lighthouse of the Mediterranean," Stromboli is in a constant state of mild volcanic activity, so don't venture out on a hike without an experienced guide.

Gori is a city in central Georgia, located where the Mtkvari and Liakhvi rivers meet and surrounded by the hills of the Shida Kartli region. The city is dominated by Gori Fortress, a stone stronghold positioned on a rocky hill above the center. Gori also serves as a gateway to several important archaeological and cultural sites in central Georgia.

Aldabra Atoll, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the Seychelles, offers a pristine and unparalleled escape into nature's untouched beauty. The atoll, the second-largest in the world, is renowned for its remarkable biodiversity and is home to the Aldabra giant tortoise, a species found nowhere else on Earth. This enormous tortoise population is one of the key attractions for visitors, providing a rare opportunity to observe these majestic creatures in their natural habitat.