Death Valley, California, is a land of extremes that captures the imagination with its striking desert landscapes and surreal beauty. Located in the Mojave Desert, it is the hottest, driest, and lowest national park in the United States. Visitors are drawn to its iconic features, such as the vast salt flats of Badwater Basin, which at 282 feet below sea level, mark the lowest point in North America.

Located in central Germany, Frankfurt is a vibrant cultural and economic hub nestled on the Main River. Museums and architectural gems abound in Frankfurt, from the Goethe House, to the picturesque timber houses of Römerberg town square, to the Museumsufer, a collection of museums lining the banks of the Main.

Porto is a spectacular and inviting city, and one of Western Europe's rising travel destinations. History, nightlife, attractions and excellent tourist accommodations distinguish this coastal city.

Antigua, Guatemala's prized colonial monument, is just an hour from Guatemala City, and a pleasant alternative to staying in the capital. Good walking shoes are needed for its cobblestone streets. The most spectacular time to visit is Holy Week, when processions walk on handmade sawdust carpets with beautiful floral and geometric designs.

Most of Spain's border is surrounded by ocean; it is connected to the rest of Europe only by France to the northeast, and Portugal to the west. Spain is best known for its bullfighing, but there are scores of other reasons to visit: The Rock of Gibraltar, its many beautiful National Parks, fine art, castles, beaches, golfing, museums and shopping.