The South Pacific stretches across a vast expanse of ocean, dotted with thousands of islands that vary from remote atolls to vibrant cultural hubs.

Caminha sits at Portugal’s northern edge, where the Minho River meets the Atlantic and marks the border with Spain. Its history is closely tied to defense and trade, visible in remnants of medieval walls and a compact historic center that once guarded the river mouth.

Astoria, Oregon is the state's oldest city. Located on the Columbia River near the Pacific Ocean, Astoria is rich in history, including fishing, canning and the Lewis and Clark Expedition.

A town on Cape Cod, Massachusetts. The pilgrims landed in 1620 at nearby Plymouth Rock.

Mystic, Connecticut, is a small town with a big story, one shaped by shipbuilders, sea captains, and centuries of maritime tradition. Once a bustling shipbuilding center during the 18th and 19th centuries, Mystic still carries the soul of a working seaport. Today, visitors can explore its nautical past at the Mystic Seaport Museum, home to America’s last wooden whaleship, the *Charles W. Morgan*.