Perched on the northern coast of Spain, A Coruña (or La Coruña) is a captivating city with a rich maritime heritage and scenic beauty. Dominated by its iconic lighthouse, the Torre de Hércules, which is the oldest functioning lighthouse in the world, A Coruña offers a unique glimpse into ancient engineering.
Mexico City sits on the high plateau of central Mexico, layered with more than seven centuries of history and culture. Built atop the ruins of the Aztec capital Tenochtitlán, the city reflects a continuous dialogue between Indigenous foundations, Spanish colonial influence, and modern urban life.
A veritable paradise on Earth, Auckland combines the best of both worlds – a thrilling urban metropolis surrounded by striking natural areas, sparkling blue water, and colorful wildlife. New Zealand’s cultural and recreational hub, beautiful Auckland has something for everyone.
Sagres sits at the southwestern edge of continental Europe in Portugal’s Algarve region, where the Atlantic’s wide horizon meets rugged cliffs and open skies. For centuries this point was linked to maritime adventure and visitors can still feel that sense of discovery in the air. Here, people like Prince Henry the Navigator gathered cartographers, shipbuilders and astronomers in the 1400s to push beyond maps of the known world and shape the early Age of Discovery from Sagres’ dramatic headlands.
Albion, a small coastal town on the west coast of Mauritius, is known for its peaceful atmosphere and scenic setting by the Indian Ocean. Unlike some of the island’s more crowded resort areas, Albion offers a quieter escape while still showcasing the natural beauty that makes Mauritius a favorite destination.
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On the Oregon Coast, Lincoln City is more a collection of beach towns strung along 7.5 miles of ocean, than a city....Fans of sports or nature walks find pieces of heaven. River, lake or ocean, fishers can take their pick. The boutiques, shops, galleries and national brand factory outlets say that you've found a place where shopping really is a day at the beach.
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Newport
About halfway down the Oregon coast, the picturesque Yaquina Head Lighthouse welcomes you to Newport, a town known for its Dungeness crab and glorious harbor under the graceful Yaquina Bay Bridge. The historic Bayfront offers a mixture of shops, galleries, canneries and restaurants that serve fresh clam chowder, shrimp, oysters, crab and salmon.
Portland, Oregon
Portland, Oregon, is a city where natural beauty and urban innovation coexist harmoniously. Nestled between the Columbia and Willamette Rivers and framed by volcanic mountains, Portland offers an array of outdoor adventures alongside its renowned cultural scene. Visitors can explore the lush expanses of Forest Park, one of the largest urban forests in the U.S., or take a leisurely stroll through the Portland Japanese Garden, which showcases exquisite traditional Japanese landscape design.