Guayaquil, Ecuador, is a vibrant port city and a frequent starting point for cruises to the Galapagos Islands.

Wuxi is an industrial and resort city located along the Da Yunha (Grand Canal). Settled some 3,000 years ago, it has long been known for its silk production. Today, Wuxi is still known for its silk industry, which has been revitalized since 1949, as well as for its high technology industries. It is also the center of a rich agricultural area.

A picturesque mosaic of unique plant and animal habitats, rainforests, national parks, mountains, rivers, lakes and beautiful waterfalls, combined with some of Australia's richest agricultural lands and charming small "picture postcard" townships - all just a one hour drive from Cairns.

Dunedin is the second largest city in New Zealand and home to the world's only mainland-breeding albatross colony, the Royal Albatross Centre.

Hakodate sits at the southern tip of Hokkaido and combines historical charm with natural splendor.