It is easy to imagine that the New World is all about the arrival of the Europeans. But this vast continent, whilst seeming familiar, is in fact an exciting mixture of amazing scenery, with vast mountain ranges, extraordinary river basins, rainforest and jungle, deserts and plains, with huge lakes, intricate coastlines, and a host of indigenous wildlife. Add to that a rich culture, both native and imported, and you have a destination you will never tire of.

The breathtaking wildernesses of Alaska and the Pacific Northwest are an adventurer's paradise, with the most amazing scenery, loads of opportunities for active exploration both in and out of the water, and so much wonderful flora and fauna that will captivate you.

The magical Baja California and the Sea of Cortez offer up riches such as you never imagined, a World Heritage Site of extraordinary discoveries.

Further south still, the mountainous lands of Central America, with a glorious bio-diversity, offer a wealth of opportunities to explore, or you can delve into the aquamarine waters of the Caribbean, where adventurers will love the chance to investigate marine life, beautiful bays and a rich colonial history.