Some of the most spectacular scenery is found on a trip to the San Juan Islands. No wonder. This 100-million-year-old mountain range turned archipelago, located a few miles northwest of Seattle, changes dramatically with the tide. There are 743 islands at low tide--and 428 at high tide.

Western Mexico state on the Pacific coast that is a major producer of avocados. Morelia serves as its capital city.

Mgarr is a rural village in northwestern Malta, surrounded by some of the island’s most extensive areas of farmland and open countryside. Its name is associated with a sheltered place or landing area, reflecting Malta’s long relationship with agriculture and rural settlement. The village is centered on the large parish church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, whose distinctive dome dominates the surrounding landscape.

Bar Harbor should be any traveler's Maine priority! Drink in a view of the Atlantic Ocean from the town pier, and be sure to get some lobster at one of the excellent local restaurants. Bar Harbor, a Mount Desert Island town, is also the portal to the rugged, recreational paradise Acadia National Park, where birding, whale-watching and kayaking is the order of the day. The park's Cadillac Mountain is the highest point on America's East Coast.

Albion, a small coastal town on the west coast of Mauritius, is known for its peaceful atmosphere and scenic setting by the Indian Ocean. Unlike some of the island’s more crowded resort areas, Albion offers a quieter escape while still showcasing the natural beauty that makes Mauritius a favorite destination.