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

Located on the southern coast of Norway, Kristiansand is a charming port city and a favorite summer destination for locals and tourists alike. Highlights of this coastal gem include the Christiansholm Fortress, the Kristiansand Zoo, the Kristiansand Cathedral, Gimle Gård, and the Fiskebrygga wharf.

Pisa, Italy, is more than just its world-famous Leaning Tower; it's a city where history, art, and culture intersect to create a fascinating experience for visitors. The Leaning Tower, part of the Piazza dei Miracoli or Square of Miracles, is an architectural wonder that draws millions each year. Built as a bell tower for the adjacent Pisa Cathedral, its unintended tilt has become a global icon.

Nestled along the fjord-studded coastline of Norway, Molde is renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. Often called the "City of Roses" for its flourishing gardens and floral displays, Molde offers visitors a stunning panorama of 222 mountain peaks visible from its scenic viewpoints, including the renowned Varden Viewpoint. This spot provides an unparalleled vista of the surrounding fjords and peaks, making it a must-see for any nature enthusiast.

Western Sahara, (formerly Spanish Sahara), northwestern Africa, former overseas province of Spain partitioned in 1976 between Mauritania and Morocco, and since 1979, occupied entirely by Morocco.