Al Ain
Al Ain is located about 160 km east of Abu Dhabi, and has its own international airport, which opened in 1994. Its many attractions include camel races, ancient forts, a zoo, museums, and the Jabal Hafit Mountain.
Wicklow
Wicklow is a coastal town in County Wicklow on Ireland’s east coast, positioned around a sheltered harbor where the Vartry River meets the Irish Sea. Known locally as the county town, it combines a working harbor, historic streets, coastal walks, and access to the wider landscapes of the Garden County. The ruins of Black Castle stand on a rocky headland above the harbor, while the Murrough provides a broad coastal wetland for walking and wildlife observation.
Palmer Station
The waters and shores around Palmer Island support characteristic Antarctic wildlife. Penguins, seals, and seabirds inhabit the wider archipelago, while whales may pass through the channels during periods when sea ice permits access. The surrounding landscape features steep mountain faces, glaciers, rocky islands, and narrow passages that create constantly changing views from the water.
Limon
Limón, located on Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast, is a city shaped by Afro-Caribbean heritage, maritime trade, and lush tropical surroundings. Founded in the late 19th century as a port for exporting bananas and coffee, Limón developed a distinct cultural identity influenced by Jamaican, West African, and Central American traditions.
Doubtful Fjord
Doubtful Fjord (Doubtful Sound) is a large fjord in southwestern New Zealand, in the same region as the smaller but better known Milford Sound. It is home to an unusually large population of bottlenose dolphins, as well as a variety of birds, fur seals, penguins, and often even humpback whales.
