Taiwan is an island in East Asia. In addition to the island of Taiwan, the country includes the P'eng-hu Islands (Pescadores), the small Chinmen (Quemoy) Islands off the mainland city of Xiamen (Amoy), and the Matsu group off Fuzhou (Foochow). The capital and largest city of Taiwan is T'aipei.

Dubai is a grandiose, extraordinarily modern metropolis in the United Arab Emirates. Visitors will marvel at the dramatic skyline, the musical Dubai Fountain and the manmade archipelago right offshore that features a major resort.

Dominica, known as the “Nature Island of the Caribbean,” is a haven for eco-tourists and adventure seekers. Nestled between the French islands of Guadeloupe and Martinique, this lush island boasts a remarkable landscape of volcanic mountains, dense rainforests, and stunning waterfalls. Dominica’s most iconic natural wonder is the Boiling Lake, the second-largest hot spring in the world.

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.

Nestled along the southeastern shores of Lake Garda, Bardolino offers a quintessential Italian experience filled with charm, history, and natural beauty. Known for its rolling vineyards and olive groves, Bardolino is the heart of one of Italy’s most celebrated wine regions. Here, you can stroll through narrow, cobbled streets lined with pastel-colored buildings, visit cozy enotecas to sample the renowned Bardolino DOC wines, or enjoy a lakeside meal in a trattoria.