In South Africa, one finds the world's strangest and most dramatic landscapes, a unique wealth of animal and plant life, a treasure of gold, diamonds and other minerals, and a kaleidoscope of fascinating cultures.

Weissenkirchen is a charming Austrian town on the banks of the Danube. Surrounded by vineyards and wineries, Weissenkirchen is a delightful stop for European river cruises.

Bolivia, republic in central South America, bounded on the north and east by Brazil, on the southeast by Paraguay, on the south by Argentina, and on the west by Chile and Peru. Bolivia is one of the two South American countries without direct access to the sea.

Nova Scotia covers an area of 21,425 sq. miles, and Halifax is the capital. This is an area rich in history — Gaelic is still spoken here in some areas by descendants of the early settlers. The coast is peppered with fishing villages, and inland the climate boasts sprawling valleys and rocky headlands.

Raiatea's laid-back atmosphere and warm hospitality make it a wonderful place to unwind and soak in the peaceful rhythms of Polynesian life.