Farther from a continental landfall than any other group of islands on earth, the twelve Marquesas jut out of the open Pacific just south of the equator, shrouded in a constant cloud cover.

Located on the southern end of Baja California Sur in Mexico, the Los Cabos municipality is a popular resort destination. Including the stunning city of Cabo San Lucas, Los Cabos offers spectacular beaches, panoramic ocean views, and a variety of fun activities, including golfing, hiking, and snorkeling.

A tributary of the Rhine, the Moselle River flows through France, Luxembourg and Germany. The Moselle also lends its name to a region of France, a valley which it bisects, and a wine produced along its banks.

Blarney, a village just outside Cork in Ireland, is best known for its legendary Blarney Castle, where travelers from around the world come to kiss the famous Blarney Stone.

Scottsdale, Arizona is a resort destination on the Sonoran Desert, located just east of Phoenix. Scottsdale is best known for its golf courses, luxury resorts, and variety of outdoor adventures, including hiking, rafting, and off-roading.