Heceta Head is a prominent coastal headland on Oregon’s central coast, rising above the Pacific Ocean north of Florence. The area is part of the Siuslaw National Forest and is known for its steep forested slopes, rocky shoreline, and sweeping ocean views. Heceta Head Lighthouse stands on the headland above the coast and remains one of Oregon’s best-known navigational landmarks.

Kinosaki Onsen is a resort area best known for its hot springs (onsen) as well as its charming, nostalgic atmosphere: guests of the local ryokans (traditional Japanese inns) stroll between the seven public onsen wearing yukata (literally translated as "bathing cloth," a casual version of the kimono) and geta (wooden sandals).

King Salmon is a small community in southwest Alaska on the Alaska Peninsula, located along the Naknek River near the shores of Naknek Lake. It serves as a regional transportation and service center for the Bristol Bay area and as an important base for visitors traveling into the surrounding wilderness. The community is surrounded by tundra, wetlands, lakes, rivers, and low volcanic hills rather than tall mountains.

Portsmouth is a coastal city in southeastern New Hampshire, positioned along the Piscataqua River near the state’s short Atlantic shoreline. Its compact downtown is known for brick buildings, narrow streets, independent shops, restaurants, galleries, and a busy waterfront. The city’s maritime setting remains central to its identity, with working docks and views across the river toward Maine. Prescott Park provides gardens and open space beside the water, while nearby islands, beaches, and coasta

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.