Located approximately 50 miles west of Chester, along the northern Welsh coast, is the beautiful small town of Conwy. In 1283, King Edward I set out to build a series of magnificent castles, of which Conwy was one of the largest. In addition, the town was fortified with walls which still exist today, making this one of the finest surviving fortified medieval towns in the world.

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

Franconia is a small town in northern New Hampshire set within the White Mountains, with a landscape shaped by steep forested slopes, mountain valleys, and the Pemigewasset River. The town is closely associated with Franconia Notch, a dramatic mountain pass that separates the Kinsman and Franconia ranges. Its location places it near several of the region’s best-known natural landmarks while retaining a distinct village identity.

Located in northern Washington State, near the Canadian Border, Bellingham is the southern port for the Alaska Marine Highway System. Area attractions inlcude the San Juan Islands, winter skiing and the popular resort of Semi-Ah-Moo.

Merida was once the sprawling capital of the Mayan empire and the center of their universe. Merida is now the center of a cosmopolitan universe, built on Mayan heritage, and given a unique twist by French and Mediterranean immigrants. Days are spent exploring the city's many museums and equally fascinating shopping districts. At night, local music can be heard from just about every park in the city, inviting newcomers to enjoy a romantic and fun-filled evening.