Dawes Glacier is a tidewater glacier in Endicott Arm, a deep fjord branching from the waters of southeastern Alaska’s Tracy Arm-Fords Terror Wilderness. The glacier descends from the Coast Mountains toward the head of the fjord, where ice meets seawater at a broad calving face. Towering mountains, steep cliffs, waterfalls, and dense coastal forest surround the fjord, creating a dramatic setting that is best experienced from the water.
A family vacation favorite with glorious weather year-round. There are 102 city parks on 2400 acres, five beaches, eight public swimming pools, 2 municipal golf courses, plenty of tennis courts, fine shops, museums and restaurants to explore and enjoy in St. Petersburg.
Maracas Bay Village is a small coastal community on Trinidad’s north coast, set around the well-known Maracas Bay and surrounded by the forested Northern Range. The village lies at the end of the Maracas Valley, where steep green hills descend toward the Caribbean Sea. Its economy and daily life are closely connected with the beach, fishing, small businesses, and visitors from across Trinidad.
Trapani, located on the western coast of Sicily, Italy, is a captivating destination nestled between the Tyrrhenian Sea and the Strait of Sicily, providing stunning sea views and easy access to the Aegadian Islands. Known for its scenic harbor, Trapani has been a significant port since ancient times, serving as a key center for trade and culture as well as an ideal base for exploring the surrounding area.
Jamestown is the capital and main settlement of St. Helena, a remote British Overseas Territory in the South Atlantic. The town lies in a narrow valley opening onto the sea, with steep volcanic cliffs rising on both sides and historic buildings lining the main streets. Its compact centre contains many surviving structures associated with the island’s East India Company heritage, reflecting Jamestown’s former role as an important mid-Atlantic port.
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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.
Other Popular Destinations in Hawaii
Honolulu, Oahu
Honolulu, the capital of Hawaiʻi and the largest city in the Pacific, blends the energy of a major urban center with the deep roots of Native Hawaiian culture. Set on the island of Oʻahu, it’s home to iconic beaches, royal history, and a rhythm all its own. This sunny capital city is the main portal to the larger Hawaiian archipelago, and the perfect base for exploring Oahu.
Kona, Hawaii
Kona started as King Kamehameha I's government seat, and is now a popular tourist destination with key landmarks like Hulihee Palace, as well as coffee farms, shopping and dining.