Padang is the third largest city and the capital of West Sumatra. It is the biggest seaport along its west coast, and is a center of business and government. The terrain of the city is mostly flat, and the name Padang actually means "plain." But if you venture outside of the city limits, the scenery is quite lovely going towards the neighboring city of Solok.

The Isle of Skye rises from Scotland’s west coast with a shape that feels almost sculpted by hand. Its ridges and peninsulas stretch outward from a mountainous core, where the Cuillin range cuts a jagged line across the sky. Travelers often begin in Portree, a harbor town lined with brightly painted buildings and small seafood spots. From here, narrow roads lead to cliff edges, quiet bays, and sweeping views where golden eagles and red deer are part of the everyday scene.

Acadia National Park in Maine is home to the highest point on the United States’ East Coast. The bay side town of Bar Harbor, with its restaurants and shops, is a popular gateway to this 47,000-acre national park filled with dramatic, breathtaking scenery.

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Lahaina, Maui is the former capital of the Hawaiian Kingdom and was once the site of a whaling village. This popular tourist destination is now a cultural center perfect for fine dining, visiting Hawaiian art galleries, whale watching, and immersing yourself in this region's rich history.

Fitzroy Island sits off the coast from Cairns in Queensland, Australia, rising from the Coral Sea with rainforest and beaches that draw visitors year-round. A short, scenic ferry ride from Cairns’ marlin marina brings visitors to this tropical island, part of the Fitzroy Island National Park where rainforest meets reef.