Valence is a city in southeastern France and the capital of the Drôme department in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. It stands on the eastern bank of the Rhône River, between Lyon and Avignon, with the foothills of the Alps rising to the east.

One of the most beautiful islands in the Sea of Cortez, with deeply indented shorelines and dramatically eroded cliff faces.

Bakersfield, located in the southern part of California’s Central Valley, is a city known for its agricultural significance, oil industry heritage, and vibrant cultural scene. Positioned at the junction of the Sierra Nevada and the San Joaquin Valley, Bakersfield offers a mix of urban amenities and easy access to California’s diverse landscapes.

Stretching across central Oman, the Wahiba Sands offer a dramatic desert landscape of rolling dunes that shift in color with the changing light. This vast sea of sand is home to towering ridges and open plains, creating an otherworldly backdrop for exploration.

Picturesque Cape Sounion is famous for its beaches and scenic views of islets and the sweeping Bay of Anavyssos, as well as the 5th century Temple of Poseidon. Cape Sounion is located approximately 65 km. south of Athens.