La Rochelle sits on France’s Atlantic coast, shaped by centuries of maritime trade, independence, and outward-looking ambition.

Pacific coast Mexican state highlighted by the popular city of Acapulco, with its vibrant nightlife and beaches.

Huntington Beach, California, famously known as “Surf City USA,” is a paradise for beachgoers and surf enthusiasts alike. With over 10 miles of pristine coastline, the city offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and vibrant coastal culture. The Huntington Beach Pier, one of the longest on the West Coast, is an iconic spot for visitors to watch surfers ride the waves or catch a breathtaking sunset.

Tikal is one of the most extraordinary ancient cities in Guatemala, hidden deep in the Petén region’s tropical forests. Once called Yax Mutal by its Maya builders, these ruins reveal thousands of years of history in carved stone stelae and towering limestone structures, some of which rise more than 60 meters above the jungle floor. Today, visitors can walk among the Great Plaza and gaze up at the Temple of the Great Jaguar and the Temple of the Masks, reminders of the city’s long legacy.

Gaspé sits at the eastern tip of the Gaspé Peninsula in Québec, where the St. Lawrence River opens into the Gulf and the land feels distinctly maritime.