Dalian is a major coastal city in Liaoning Province in northeastern China, situated on the southern tip of the Liaodong Peninsula between the Yellow Sea and Korea Bay. Its long coastline, numerous bays, hills, and waterfront districts give the city a strong maritime character. Dalian is an important port and commercial center, while its urban landscape includes broad streets, public squares, parks, and historic buildings.
Morne Rouge Bay is a sheltered beach on Grenada’s southwestern coast, just south of Grand Anse and near the community of Morne Rouge. The bay curves around a small, protected stretch of pale sand, with calm Caribbean water and green hills surrounding the shoreline. Its sheltered position generally produces gentler conditions than Grenada’s more exposed Atlantic coast, making the bay suitable for swimming and paddling.
Paso Robles is a city in California’s Central Coast, situated between the coastal mountains and the inland valleys of San Luis Obispo County. The surrounding landscape includes rolling hills, vineyards, oak woodlands, ranches, and agricultural fields, with the Salinas River passing through the area. The city’s compact downtown is centered on a historic public square and contains restaurants, tasting rooms, shops, and galleries.
Important both historically and economically, the beachside city of La Serena is one of Chile's oldest post-Columbian cities. The region's silver, copper and agriculture were so important that the city had its own mint. Today, La Serena maintains a colonial air, although it is threatening Viña del Mar's supremacy as premier beach resort. Apart from a string of beautiful beaches, attractions include a handful of museums and a number of nearby quaint villages and vineyards.
This charming island town acts as a gateway to the ancient Mayan ruins of Tikal National Park. Known for its brilliantly colored buildings, visitors can spend numerous hours relaxing in restaurants, cafes, and pubs, savoring the flavors of Mayan and Spanish-influenced dishes. Surrounded by Lake Peten Itza and vibrant rainforest, water sports and nature ventures are a must!