Surrounded by Passamaquoddy Bay, St. Andrews' relaxed pace can be linked to the rhythm of powerful tides that can rise over 28 feet. The intertidal zone is an ever-changing landscape that nourishes a rich diversity of marine creatures. A guided walk over the tidal flats will prepare you to explore the area's many coves and islands.

Almería is a coastal city and provincial capital in southeastern Spain, facing the Mediterranean Sea. It lies between a working port, dry coastal plains, and rugged mountains in one of the driest areas of mainland Europe.

Abu Simbel, in southern Egypt near the border with Sudan, is one of the most awe-inspiring archaeological sites of the ancient world. Built during the reign of Pharaoh Ramses II in the 13th century BCE, the twin temples were carved directly into the sandstone cliffs overlooking the Nile. The Great Temple, with its four colossal statues of Ramses II seated at the entrance, was designed not only to honor the pharaoh but also to project his power to neighboring Nubia.

Félicité Island, a pristine jewel of the Seychelles, promises an idyllic escape for travelers seeking natural beauty and tranquility. Located about 4 kilometers northeast of La Digue, Félicité is part of the Seychelles’ inner islands and is renowned for its stunning granite boulders, powdery white sands, and turquoise waters.

Bacalar sits on the tranquil shores of Laguna de Bacalar in southern Quintana Roo, Mexico, and has been a meeting place for people and cultures for centuries. Its name comes from the ancient Maya phrase Sian Ka’an Bakhalal, meaning “where the sky is born,” a reminder of how deeply this place figures in regional history and identity.