Kushiro is located in the eastern part of the Japanese island of Hokkaido and is the coldest city in Japan. When in Kushiro, you should visit the wonderful Kushiro National Park, where you will find unspoilt nature shaped by volcanoes, crater lakes and forests.

The city of Anchorage is the largest city in Alaska and was founded in 1914 as a labour camp for the Alaska railroad. Due to a severe earthquake in the 60s, some historic buildings were destroyed. The Alaska Botanical Garden, with over 445,000 square meters, is a paradise for friends of plants and animals.

Juneau is the capital city of the State of Alaska and is full of natural and cultural attractions. Surrounded by the stunning Alaskan landscape, there is a huge amount of activities available to embrace nature, such as flightseeing, kayaking, whale watching and fishing. There is also a wealth of cultural experiences to be discovered with museums, historical sites, art galleries and more. Juneau is sure to impress all visitors, whether you would like to visit glaciers and fjords or see the whales and dolphins local to the region.

Sitka is a city which is located on Baranof Islands of the Pacific Ocena in the U.S state of Alaska. It is only accessible by plane or boat and this can sometimes be affected in the winter due to weather. Sikta is the largest area in the United States. Sitka is known as the most beautiful coastal town in Alaska with a forest walk to the water, unprecedented fauna and culture. The people that live in Sitka are extremely welcoming and friendly making you feel at home from the moment you step foot in Sitka.

Seattle is located on Lake Washington and Puget Sound. The city is the largest in the US state of Washington. The unique spirit of the city is widely captured at the Pike Place Market, located down by the waterfront. The Olympic Sculpture Park is a free park full of unique sculptures and offers fantastic views over Seattle and the harbour. Seattle is often synonymous with the Seattle Space Needle which towers over the city. The Space Needle offers a restaurant complete with panoramic views, in addition to an Observation deck offering views that are not to be missed.

Ketchikan is an American city in Alaska, which is known mainly for its tourism and fishing. The city provides a perfect platform to explore the Misty Fjords National Monument, which is characterised by its steep valleys formed by volcanic activity providing spectacular views. There is a strong cultural history in Ketchikan with evidence of Native Alaskans seen in the totem poles and the Totem Heritage Center. Known as the 'Salmon capital of the world', Ketchikan will serve up fine salmon, crab, oysters and more in a variety of restaurants.

The former gold rush town of Skagway, is located on Taiya Inlet, a bay of the Lynn Canal. The city is also known as a living museum of the gold rush era, as many relics can still recall the time of the gold rush. The ideal way to discover Skagway is a sightseeing tour, whether through the town itself discovering the historic buildings or taking to the skies in a helicopter to discover Skagway's natural beauty from above. From the magnificent fjords to the fascinating wildlife, Skagway has sights in all places that will be sure not to disappoint.

The Hubbard Glacier is a glacier in the Elias chain in the state of Alaska and the Yukon Territory. It stretches over 122 km in the Yakutat Bay, making it the longest water-ending glacier in Alaska. Hubbard Glacier is an active glacier which continues to grow and consists of two major peeks.

The Misty Fjords National Monument is located in southern Alaska and is a well-known nature reserve. It lies 22 miles east of Ketchikan it is a mosaic of sea cliffs, rock walls and steep fjords. The monument is covered in rainforests and waterfalls which enhances the beauty of the fjord. A visit to the area is a treat for nature-lovers, as you will see beautiful granite mountains and glaciers rising above green forests as well as fjords making their way through the beautiful scenery.

Victoria, the provincial capital of British Columbia on the southern tip of Vancouver Island, impresses with European flair, narrow streets and Victorian architecture. Many of the buildings built before 1945 are listed buildings and the red double-decker buses for city tours are reminders of the British Empire. Not to be missed are the Parliament Building, the Fairmont Empress and the Royal British Columbia Museum. The tearooms, antique shops and galleries are all sure to impress and the abundance of cycling routes make the city easy to navigate.