Brazil covers nearly half of South America and is the continent’s largest nation. It extends 2,965 mi (4,772 km) north-south, 2,691 mi (4,331 km) east-west, and borders every nation on the continent except Chile and Ecuador. Brazil may be divided into the Brazilian Highlands, or plateau, in the south and the Amazon River Basin in the north. Over a third of Brazil is drained by the Amazon and its more than 200 tributaries. The Amazon is navigable for ocean steamers to Iquitos, Peru, 2,300 mi (3,700 km) upstream. Southern Brazil is drained by the Plata system—the Paraguay, Uruguay, and Paraná rivers.

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Tuscany is bordered by Emilia Romagna to the north, Liguria to the northwest, the Tyrrhenian Sea to the west and Umbria and Marche to the east. Its landscape consists of two thirds hills, one fourth mountains and the rest is plains that form the Valley of Arno River.

There is a magnificent sea coast and the area is a combination of both cities and countryside, as the rolling hills garlanded with cypress trees, lush wines and olive groves make way for sleepy villages and medieval hill towns. The gorgeous landscape, along with its artistic legacy, definitely make Tuscany a place worth visiting.

Palermo is a province of Sicily, which is an autonomous region of Italy and the largest island of the Mediterranean. Sicily is well known for its art, architecture, history, culture and cuisine. Palermo is situated on the north coast of Sicily and offers a wide variety of panoramas and scenarios.

There are eighty two towns within the province and thus has many significant sites. Amongst these are historical and cultural buildings and monuments, religious buildings, theatres and many more places to experience and enjoy. It is a phenomenal unique place which is guaranteed not to disappoint any of its visitors.

Sardinia is the second largest island in the Mediterranean Sea. It is an Italian region with a special autonomous statute. There are few large cities in Sardinia. In the south, the capital of the island Cagliari is the first metropolitan area, while Sassari is the regional pole in the north. The island contains numerous extraordinary tourist areas, including the Costa Smeralda.

The island is particularly famous for its beaches, but is also rich in other interesting places, such as some charming sea towns and archeological ruins. Sardinia is also one of the worlds most interesting musical destinations and has two airports to use.

Liguria is ideally situated as it borders France to the west, Piedmont to the north and Emilia Romagna and Tuscany to the east. The two main reasons to visit Liguria are La Riviera di Ponente, the phenomenal coast that stretches from France to Genoa, and La Riviera di Levante, the coast on the Italian peninsula.

The region also has the stunning Cinque Terre (five islands) which are five tiny picturesque fishing villages perched on the rugged, rocky hills that tumble into the Mediterranean. Furthermore, the journey along the Ligurian coast is spectacular as it goes through tunnel after tunnel bursting from darkness into sunlight with the sea sparkling beside. It is majestic place that will engulf all its visitors within its natural surroundings.

Emilia Romagna is the second richest region of Italy in both its cuisine and character. It comprises of the two historical regions of Emilia and Romagna and forms a rough triangle that is bordered by the Adriatic Sea on the east, the Po River on the north and the Apennine range on the south. Emilia Romagna consists of nine provinces giving a spectacular variety of natural and historical sites as well as sources of entertainment. It is a spectacular destination that will certainly satisfy each of the senses.

Malta is a small beautiful Mediterranean island with more than 7000 years of history. It is the ideal destination for romantic getaways but also an action-packed family destination. It is a mystic and historic place where you can relax and have fun at the same time. It has picturesque bays with crystal clear waters ideal for snorkelling – the multicoloured underwater gardens are amazing! Don’t miss to visit the harbours of Valletta, the St. George’s Bay where fun never stops, and the beautiful beaches in Gozo and to the North of the island.

Lefkada lies in the middle of Ionian Islands and the closest islands are Paxi, Corfu to the North and Ithaki, Kefalonia and Zakynthos to the South. It is the only island that is connected to mainland Greece through the narrow strip of dry land and the 50-metre long floating bridge from the coast of Aitoloakarnania. Many visitors choose Lefkada for its magnificent beaches; Porto Katsiki and Kethisma are just 2 of them. Of outstanding natural beauty is Gyra, with its magnificent lagoon. Lefkada is impressive even as it first greets the visitor and will definitely be a place you will never forget!

The island of Corfu (Kerkyra) is one of the most popular and impressive destinations of Greece. It is a part of Eptanisa (a clutter of seven islands) situated at the west of the Greek mainland, on the north of the Ionian Sea. Corfu lies at the entrance of Adriatic, characterized by a Mediterranean mild climate with lot of winter rainfalls. That is why Corfu is considered as one of the greenest islands in Greece with dense vegetation, wild plants and fully covered with evergreen olive trees. Corfu is the ideal place for everyone; it combines mountains and flat areas, lakes and rivers, mountainous villages that have kept their authenticity and elegant buildings at narrow streets downtown, sandy beaches and quiet rocky coves, relaxation and intense night life. In other words, Corfu is an amazing international tourism centre, attracting thousands of visitors from all over the world every year.

Cairo is a cosmopolitan town and the capital city of Egypt. It is located on the banks and islands of the Nile River in the north of Egypt. The visitors have the great chance to enjoy the historic monuments, the pyramids and the local culture. They can also find a large variety of restaurants, bars and shops. It is a perfect and interesting destination for everyone looking for a relaxing and joyful holiday. Cairo has its own international airport.