From the Caribbean Sea on one side to the Pacific Ocean on the other, Central America is home to lush rainforests, volcanic peaks, and vibrant coastal towns.
Located on the coast of Sinaloa, Mexico, Mazatlán is a trendy resort town with spectacular beaches and thrilling nightlife. Centro Histórico (Old Town) and Plazuela Machado are replete with colorful, newly-restored neoclassical buildings.
Lake Havasu City rises from the Mojave Desert along the shores of Lake Havasu, a broad reservoir on the Colorado River that draws visitors with its radiant blue water and warm sunshine nearly all year. The most famous landmark here is the London Bridge, a granite-clad structure that once spanned the River Thames in England. This iconic span now connects the mainland to an island filled with shops, restaurants, and resorts, inviting visitors to stroll beneath its arches.
Tromsø, a gem nestled in the Arctic Circle, offers an unparalleled blend of natural wonders and cultural richness. Known as the "Gateway to the Arctic," this Norwegian city is famed for its spectacular Northern Lights. Between September and April, Tromsø becomes a prime location for witnessing the aurora borealis, a mesmerizing display of green, purple, and pink lights dancing across the polar sky.
Denmark is a country shaped by water, wind, and centuries of human ingenuity. In places like Roskilde, visitors can see five original Viking ships at the Viking Ship Museum and even try rowing a replica longboat across the fjord. In Copenhagen, the harbor once used by merchants and sailors now welcomes swimmers, kayakers, and ferries, with historic warehouses repurposed into restaurants and museums.