Rarotonga, located in the Cook Islands off the coast of New Zealand, has none of the tourist hype that surrounds Hawaii and Fiji. Its tranquil, aquamarine waters and breathtaking landscape bring many visitors to this island paradise.

Whether you are in D.C. on business or vacation, you'll find that it's a fascinating city that is full of history, art, theatre, and dramatic monuments.

Indonesia is an island republic of Southeast Asia, constituting most of the Malay Archipelago. The country consists of nearly 13,700 islands. Indonesia also shares the island of New Guinea: The western section, known as Irian Jaya (West Irian) and the eastern section is part of Papua New Guinea.

Marseilles is an enticing port city known for its delectable seafood, breathtaking views of the Mediterranean, and diverse melting pot of cultures.

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.