Located North of Seattle, Anacortes is the jump-off point for the fabulous San Juan Islands. The Washington State Ferries take you to the Islands and to Vancouver Island, Canada.Great fishing and sightseeing.
Maupiti is a small island in the Leeward Islands of French Polynesia, surrounded by a shallow lagoon and a barrier reef in the South Pacific. The main island is dominated by a steep central mountain ridge, while several low motu form a ring around the lagoon. Unlike larger neighboring islands, Maupiti has limited development and a predominantly rural character.
Nestled in the heart of the Black Hills, Custer, South Dakota is a small town with big stories. Established in 1875 during the Black Hills Gold Rush, Custer holds the distinction of being the oldest town in the region still in existence. Today, it serves as a gateway to some of South Dakota’s most iconic sights. With historic buildings, locally owned shops, and friendly diners lining Mount Rushmore Road, it offers a laid-back atmosphere that balances Old West charm with modern-day hospitality.
Located among the calcareous plateaus covered with Mideterranean scrub and alluvial deposites from the coastal plains, Nîmes appears as a city with various faces. First and foremost, the city is known as the 'French Roma', because of its famous history and its well conserved antique monuments. Nîmes is also, for many 'aficionados', the 'French Madrid'.
Nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley, Lake Manyara is a hidden gem in northern Tanzania that offers an unforgettable safari experience. The lake is part of Lake Manyara National Park, which is known for its dramatic landscapes, from dense groundwater forests to grassy plains. Wildlife enthusiasts will be thrilled to explore this compact park, home to an impressive variety of animals, including elephants, hippos, and the famous tree-climbing lions.
Portovenere, in the region of Cinque Terre, is a characteristic medieval village situated at the far west of the gulf. With its colored, narrow high houses, the Genoese Castle, the St. Pietro Church on the steep cliff, it unites history with charm. It is a picturesque village, established during the Roman period on a rocky peninsula surrounded by the sea and 3 small islands: Palamaria, Tino and Tinetto. Legend tells of a "Beauty goddess" who was fascinated by a this great natural masterpiece.
Places to visit: San Pietro church (1277), Byron's Grotto, the castle and San Lorenzo church. Recommended: Fresh fish at dinner on the quay.
Other Popular Destinations in Italy
Rome
Often called the Eternal City, Rome stands alone as Italy's most visited destination. The third most populated city in the European Union, Rome boasts ancient sites, yet has a modern flair — an exhilarating mix of the Old World and the new.
Venice
Welcome to Venice, with its network of canals, rich history and composition of over 100 small islands in the Adriatic Sea. Fine art, stunning architecture, white limestone bridges, moving about via watercraft... Venice is a singular experience and an astonishing masterpiece of civilization.