An industrial center and the island's chief Caribbean port. Tourism, sugar refining, and distilling are important. Founded in the early 16th century, it is one of the oldest cities in the Americas.

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.

Beyond the historic and cultural highlights, Fremantle boasts natural attractions that are accessible and inviting. The coastline offers calm beaches such as South Beach and Bathers Beach, popular spots for swimming and relaxing. Not far from the Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour, the Rottnest Island ferry departs regularly, giving visitors a chance to explore the island’s sandy beaches and meet the famously friendly quokkas.

Yangshuo lies along the Li River in southern China’s Guangxi region, long known for landscapes that have shaped Chinese art and poetry for centuries.

One of the most beautiful islands in the Sea of Cortez, with deeply indented shorelines and dramatically eroded cliff faces.