Laguna Beach is a coastal city in Southern California, set between steep hills and the Pacific Ocean in Orange County. Its shoreline is marked by sandy coves, rocky headlands, sea caves, tide pools, and coastal cliffs, while the surrounding hills contain chaparral and protected open spaces. The city has a compact downtown with galleries, restaurants, shops, and small public spaces close to the water. Unlike much of the more heavily developed Orange County coast, Laguna Beach retains numerous und

Guatemala is a country where ancient history and living tradition meet in unexpected ways. The ruins of Tikal, once a major center of the Maya civilization, rise from the dense Petén jungle. Visitors can climb stone temples that pierce the forest canopy and listen for howler monkeys echoing through the trees. Tikal National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, contains over 3,000 structures and still holds secrets under layers of earth and vegetation.

Oaxaca, nestled in the heart of southern Mexico, is a city where ancient traditions and vibrant culture thrive. Renowned for its rich history and indigenous heritage, Oaxaca offers a unique blend of pre-Columbian, colonial, and modern influences. The city's historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a testament to its past, featuring stunning colonial architecture such as the Santo Domingo de Guzmán Church, a masterpiece of Baroque art.

Kuna Yala, officially known as Guna Yala, is an Indigenous comarca along Panama's Caribbean coast, extending from the province of Colón toward the border with Colombia. Its best-known feature is the Guna Yala archipelago, made up of hundreds of small islands and islets surrounded by coral reefs and clear Caribbean waters. Many islands are low and covered with coconut palms, while others are uninhabited.

Stewart Island, known in Māori as Rakiura, lies off the southern coast of New Zealand and is the country’s third-largest island.