Town on East side of Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. Excellent shopping for native and maritime items with direct ferry access to Vancouver.

Port Arthur is a historic penal settlement from the brutal days of the convict settlement. It is located on the southeastern shores of Tasmania.

La Gomera, one of the Canary Islands, offers a unique and captivating escape with its lush landscapes and rich cultural heritage. Known for its dramatic terrain, the island is a haven for nature enthusiasts and hikers. The Garajonay National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is the crown jewel of La Gomera, featuring dense laurel forests that date back to the Tertiary period.

Palawan Island stretches along the western edge of the Philippines, shaped by seafaring routes, Indigenous cultures, and relative isolation from the country’s major urban centers.

One of the major rivers of the Iberian Peninsula, the Douro in north-central Spain and Portugal just might be the world's most beautiful wine region. Most of the river on the Spanish side isn't navigable, so river cruises generally travel roundtrip from Porto, on the coast of the Atlantic.