Copper River, Alaska's fourth largest river travels from the dry interior climate to the temperate rainforest along Prince William Sound.

Xi'an is the capital of Shaanxi (Shen-hsi) Province, and the cultural center of the historic and agriculturally rich Wei River valley.

Florence (Firenze) is a compact city, but densely packed with spectacular art and architecture everywhere you look. The city center itself is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Geneva is a cosmopolitan metropolis proud of her traditions. It is the international meeting place of many worldwide organizations including the United Nations and W.H.O. The symbol of the city, the Jet D'Eau is located on the picturesque lake which is surrounded by the splendid gardens and parks. The elegant city has an astonishing variety of boutiques and department stores filled with every imaginable item.

Slovakia has a primarily continental climate, with warm summers and cold winters. The Carpathian Mountains endure harsher winters and receive heavy rainfall.