Astoria, Oregon is the state's oldest city. Located on the Columbia River near the Pacific Ocean, Astoria is rich in history, including fishing, canning and the Lewis and Clark Expedition.

Nestled on the southern shore of the Firth of Forth, South Queensferry is a picturesque town in Scotland that offers a delightful blend of historical charm and stunning natural beauty.

Sudan, located in northeastern Africa, is a country of diverse landscapes, from the vast Sahara Desert in the north to the fertile Nile Valley in the center. The Nile River, one of the world’s longest, runs through the country, shaping both its agriculture and history.

What sets Kaikōura apart are the extraordinary marine encounters that begin just off the shoreline. The Kaikōura Canyon, an underwater gorge that plunges to great depths close to land, creates currents rich with nutrients that attract a remarkable array of sea life year-round. Sperm whales are a common sight here and are frequently spotted on local boat tours. Dusky dolphins twist and leap in large pods, and colonies of New Zealand fur seals laze on rocky outcrops along the coast.

The North Sea stretches between the coasts of Northern Europe, touching countries like the United Kingdom, Norway, Denmark, Germany, and the Netherlands