Located south of San Francisco, California, this area is known as the "Silicon Valley" because of the concentration of computer companies. It is also home to Great American amusement park.

Ningbo is right on the East China Sea, south of Shanghai. Many scholars believe this was the cradle of Chinese civilization. Study the stone tablets and thousands of rare Ming Dynasty books in China's oldest and most renowned library. See the Asoka Temple believed to be one of the most important Buddhist temples in China or visit Tian Tong Temple, one of the largest and most scenic. For shopping, try the colorful and busy Gao Tang Free Market, the largest in the city.

Kangerlussuaq, Greenland, is a gateway to the stunning Arctic wilderness and an essential stop for any intrepid traveler seeking adventure in the icy realms of the north. This remote town, located on the western coast of Greenland, is renowned for its dramatic landscapes, including the vast Søndre Strømfjord, one of the longest fjords in the world.

A historic bay on Navarino Island known for its Yaghan heritage, forested trails and scenic views across Tierra del Fuego.

This southern Mexican state borders Guatemala. Its mountainous highlands and dense rainforest are dotted with several Mayan archaeological sites and Spanish colonial towns.