Gulfport, Mississippi, is the largest city on the Mississippi Gulf Coast and an important center for beaches, fishing, shipping, and coastal recreation. The city faces the Mississippi Sound, with barrier islands lying offshore and helping shape its relatively calm coastal waters. Gulfport Beach stretches along the shoreline with wide sandy areas, while the Port of Gulfport serves as a major deep-water shipping facility.
Glacier Bay’s untouched beauty will astound you. A National Park and Preserve, as well as a UNESCO World Heritage site, it is covered with stunning tidewater glaciers and a variety of native flora and fauna. Be on the lookout for the variety of eye-catching wildlife, including eagles, moose, and humpback whales, who have made Glacier Bay home.
Shenzhen, a dynamic metropolis in southern China, offers a unique blend of modernity and innovation. As a global technology hub, the city is renowned for its sleek skyscrapers and cutting-edge infrastructure. A visit to the Shenzhen Civic Center showcases the city's ambitious architecture, with its impressive glass buildings and futuristic design. The Shenzhen Museum, located nearby, provides a deep dive into the city's rapid development from a fishing village to a high-tech powerhouse.
Reggio Calabria, located at the tip of Italy’s toe, is a city where ancient history and natural beauty converge in spectacular fashion. One of the city's most renowned landmarks is the Bronzi di Riace, two magnificent bronze statues from the 5th century BC that were discovered off the coast of Riace in 1972.
Constable Point, known locally as Nerlerit Inaat, is a small but fascinating gateway to Greenland’s remote east coast. Originally established in the 1980s to support mineral exploration and later functioning as a crucial supply base, Constable Point now serves as the main air access hub for visitors headed to the isolated communities of Ittoqqortoormiit and Scoresby Sound.
Wadi Shab is one of Oman's most beautiful wadis. Shab Village on the coast, is a picturesque fishing village overlooked by old houses and a small fort. Rocky paths, clear blue pools and banana plantations will be the backdrop for a picnic lunch.
Other Popular Destinations in Oman
Muscat
Travelers on the Arabian Sea often find themselves in Muscat, on the Gulf of Oman. This port capital is situated between ocean and mountains, and boasts lovely beaches, great diving sites (watch for turtles!), 16th-century forts, and the impressive Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, which can hold 20,000 people.
Salalah
Salalah stands out with its rare blend of desert and tropical appeal. Unlike much of the Arabian Peninsula, this coastal city is transformed by the seasonal Khareef (monsoon), turning the landscape lush and green between June and September.