Pennsylvania has an impressive history and boasts walkable cities with a modern touch, lush forests, and charming small towns. Attractions in the state include Hersheypark, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Liberty Bell, and the horticulturally rich Longwood Gardens.

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.

Blackpool, located on England’s northwest coast, has long been a beloved seaside destination, famed for its vibrant entertainment and historic attractions. The city’s iconic Blackpool Tower, standing at 518 feet, offers panoramic views of the Irish Sea and the surrounding landscape from its SkyWalk glass viewing platform. Built in 1894, the tower houses the famous Blackpool Tower Ballroom, where visitors can step back in time and waltz under its glittering chandeliers.

Hakodate sits at the southern tip of Hokkaido and combines historical charm with natural splendor.

From its postcard harbor to its twenty spectacular beaches, many travelers consider this beautiful little island to be the closest thing to heaven on earth. Rolling hills, picturesque villages and broad valleys are surrounded by coral reefs, gin-clear waters and blue-green lagoons.