This is the most Moorish part of Portugal, the rich plain south of the Serra do Caldeirao, scalloped by the beaches and headlands of the Algarve. It is where, in early spring, blossoming almond trees carpet the still-brown hillsides with drifts of snow-like flowers, and the plain white facades of little houses are topped by intricately pierced chimneys that look like ice-cream cones.

Located along the British Columbia coast, it is the last northern road access to the coast and the a ferry port for the BC ferry system.

Kigali, the capital of Rwanda, is a city that blends modern energy with deep cultural roots. Set among rolling hills, it offers striking views at nearly every turn.

Haines is a charming stop in the Alaska Panhandle and a gateway to Glacier Bay National Park and Tongass National Forest.

Uzbekistan lies at the heart of Central Asia and is renowned for its pivotal role along the ancient Silk Road. The country is home to some of the world’s most storied cities, where intricate Islamic architecture and centuries of trade have left a rich cultural legacy.