LOCATIONS
A VISUAL GUIDE
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Tonga
Given the moniker “The Friendly Islands” by Captain James Cooke during his famous expedition, Tonga continues to be known for the warm hospitality of its people and the stunning natural beauty of its shores.
Antarctica
Unexplored until the 19th century, Antarctica is the southernmost continent on the globe and one of the most remote. Despite it’s isolation, the continent hasn’t been spared from the damaging effects of climate change and continues to be one of the fastest warming regions on the planet.
San Francisco
From the Gold Rush to the Tech Boom, the city of San Francisco has long had a history of innovation and entrepreneurial spirit. This tradition continues today and makes the city a fitting place to begin the Live Life Series.
Idaho
Known as the “Gem State” for its abundant natural resources, Idaho remains one of the last vestiges of the Great American West and reminder of a time when North America was largely untamed wilderness.
French Polynesia
A far-flung archipelago of over 100 islands and atolls, French Polynesia is home to some of the most varied and vital marine life ecosystems in the world. This abundance makes it a premiere destination for oceanographers and underwater enthusiasts alike.
Great Barrier Reef
Located off the eastern coast of Australia, The Great Barrier Reef is the largest coral reef system in the world. But as ocean temperatures rise and fragile coral reefs around the world die, the future of one of the planet’s great natural wonders is increasingly uncertain.
Rwanda
The smallest country in the African Great Lakes region, Rwanda is one of only two countries in the world where endangered mountain gorilla populations can be seen in their natural habitat. While civil unrest has marred the country’s reputation, Rwanda has made protecting it’s impressive ecological resources a priority in recent years.
Maldives
A chain of 26 distinct atolls in the Indian Ocean, the Maldives sea-level elevation makes them especially susceptible to rising sea levels. Like the Great Barrier Reef, the precious coral reef systems of the Maldives are also under threat from climate change.
Vietnam
With over 120 conservation areas and 30 national parks, Vietnam is one of the most bio-diverse regions in Asia. Despite its recent history as the site of the Vietnam War, the country has become a draw for tourists and is one of the fasting growing economies in the world.
Japan
Dubbed “the Land of the Rising Sun” by Prince Shōtoku in 6th century, Japan is a place where sprawling cities are built in the shadow of isolated mountain monasteries. Despite its modernity, Japan remains home to several notable natural wonders including the annual Cherry Blossom Bloom and the famed Japanese macaques.
Morocco
Contrary to popular conception of the country as primarily desertous, Morocco’s climate is actually punctuated by large, temperate mountain regions which are home to endangered animals species such as the the Barbary leopard and the Atlas bear.
Las Vegas
Rising out of the Mojave Desert in southern Nevada, Las Vegas has developed over the last fifty years to become the “Entertainment Capitol of the World” and one of the three most visited destinations in the United States.
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