Just a few years ago, Puerto Escondido was a fishing village. Now Puerto Escondido is still remote enough to avoid the crowds of the more established resort areas and a perfect "out of the way" spot for those looking for a great, romantic escape.

The principal attraction of this suburb south of Los Angeles (on I-5) is that remarkable entertainment machine, Disneyland. Even adults will delight in this theme park, and there's now an element of nostalgia for many parents -- they first went there when they were children.

Natchez is a river city in southwestern Mississippi overlooking the Mississippi River bluffs near the Louisiana border. It is recognized for its large collection of preserved antebellum homes, brick streets, and long connection to river trade.

Rwanda, often called the “Land of a Thousand Hills,” is a country of rolling green landscapes, misty mountains, and shimmering lakes. Its scenery is striking, with terraced hillsides and lush valleys stretching as far as the eye can see.

Maseru, the capital of Lesotho, sits along the banks of the Caledon River near the border with South Africa. As the political and economic center of the country, it offers a mix of modern amenities, government offices, and bustling markets.