Founded in 1768, it is one of the South's major industrial centers for textiles, machinery and food products.

Guimarães is a historic city in northern Portugal closely associated with the origins of the Portuguese nation. Known as the “Cradle of Portugal,” it developed around a medieval settlement whose historic center remains exceptionally well preserved. Narrow streets, granite buildings, arcaded squares, and traditional houses give the old town a distinctive architectural character.

France offers far more than its capital city. While Paris draws millions each year, the country’s true richness lies in its variety, from Alpine villages to Atlantic coastlines, medieval towns to Mediterranean markets. In Normandy, visitors can walk along the D-Day beaches or explore the towering abbey of Mont-Saint-Michel, which becomes an island at high tide. Further inland, the Loire Valley is dotted with over 300 castles, many of which are open for tours and even overnight stays.

Cooper Island is a small, rugged island off the southeastern coast of South Georgia, lying near the entrance to Drygalski Fjord. Its landscape combines steep rocky slopes, snowfields, glaciers, and sheltered coastal areas, with the island surrounded by cold waters often containing sea ice. The island is part of the protected South Georgia environment and is visited primarily for its wildlife and scenery. Expedition vessels may approach or land when conditions permit, although access depends on w

Three hours north of Auckland, a chain of verdant islands meet glittering turquoise waters in the Bay of Islands. This subtropical paradise will astound you with its abundance of natural beauty and marine life. Sail to the Bay of Islands, and you'll find plenty to see and explore. Hike to stunning Rainbow Falls, kayak along the shores of New Zealand's lush coastline, and keep an eye out for whales, dolphins, penguins, and a variety of colorful parrots.