Vanuatu, a chain of 83 islands in the South Pacific, offers travelers an experience that’s both bold and deeply rooted in custom. Once known as the New Hebrides, Vanuatu blends ancient Melanesian traditions with dramatic landscapes shaped by volcanic activity. On Tanna Island, visitors can stand at the rim of Mount Yasur, one of the world’s most accessible active volcanoes, and watch fiery eruptions light up the night sky.
Once the capital of the Mughal Empire, Agra, India is now a cultural capital replete with famous landmarks and striking architecture. The city’s most prominent draw is the magnificent Taj Mahal, the iconic white marble mausoleum and a UNESCO World Heritage Site visited by millions of people each year.
Montréal is a city shaped by layers of French and British history, with modern flair built into every corner. Founded in 1642 as Ville-Marie, it’s one of the oldest cities in North America. Visitors walking through Old Montréal will find cobblestone streets, 18th-century buildings, and landmarks like the Notre-Dame Basilica, known for its deep blue interior and grand organ with over 7,000 pipes.
Salem is a thriving community located on Interstate 93 only 32 miles north of Boston just over the New Hampshire - Massachusetts border. It is home to major industrial firms, tax free retail outlets, recreational resources and 26,000 residents.
In Chile's arid Norte Grande, only one river in 700 miles of coastline makes it to the sea. Many towns have never experienced rainfall and depend on "Fogcatchers" to collect the morning dew for drinking water.
Located on Ecuador's central coast, Manta is a port city frequented by many South American cruises. Manta is known for its delectable seafood and variety of pleasant beaches.
Learn More About Manta
El Murcielago
This is the beach visitors flock to in Manta. Great food and a boardwalk await you.
Civic Center
Visitors will find a museum, a mausoleum and an opportunity learn about Ecuadorian history at the "Cidudad Alfaro."
Other Popular Destinations in Ecuador
Galapagos Islands
Off the coast of Ecuador, the iconic and biodiverse Galápagos Islands, made famous by Charles Darwin’s nineteenth-century research expeditions on HMS Beagle, beckon you. This glittering archipelago, surrounded by vivid turquoise waves, abounds with stunning beaches and spectacular wildlife, perfect for the adventurous traveler.
Guayaquil
Guayaquil, Ecuador, is a vibrant port city and a frequent starting point for cruises to the Galapagos Islands.