Rodeo Drive, Spago, Mann’s Theatre, Sunset Boulevard. There is so much to see and do in this entertainment capital, you’ll have to be judicious with your time. Shop and sightsee as you keep your eyes open for Hollywood’s heroes and villains in their off-screen persona. L.A. has it all and then some. See the homes of the stars, or visit the Griffith Observatory and do some celestial stargazing

This southernmost enclave on the tip of the Baja Peninsula features unearthly rock formations, cantinas owned by rock stars, and a coastline that’s ideal for kayak exploration, snorkeling, windsurfing and whale watching. To learn more about this exciting port, please refer to our Port Explorer guide.

On cruises to Mexico, you might not be too familiar with the Huatulco cruise port and its surrounding areas, but you soon will be. In recent years, the Huatulco area has grown in popularity and has retained a natural beauty and a dedication to ecological preservation that few other resort towns can boast about. From the Parque Eco-Arqueológico Copalita to Huatulco National Park, there’s no shortage of nature to explore during your Huatulco cruise stop. Head on a boat tour along the coast’s various bays, including the Bahía San Agustín, Each of the nine bays has a different feel, from secluded to brimming with colorful coral. Beyond natural beauty, Huatulco is also known for its cuisine. From flavorful, chocolate-tinged mole to spicy mezcal, you’re in for a treat here. Tour a coffee farm or enjoy a mezcal tasting while you’re in port. Huatulco is the perfect place to experience life’s simplest pleasures for all five senses. While we don’t currently sail to Huatulco, you can still discover the beauty of the country on one of our Mexico cruises. Browse our luxury cruises to Mexico below.

Located along the Pacific coast of Costa Rica, Puntarenas is a great place to see native wildlife ranging from scarlet macaws to the alpha predator of Central America: the jaguar. Surfers from around the world regard this region of Costa Rica as prime surfing waters. As one of the country’s leading fishing ports, Puntarenas is the perfect place to enjoy fresh seafood, including ceviche de corvine – bits of fresh fish marinated in lime juice with onions, peppers and spices.

Uncovering authentic local finds and having experiences that make you feel like you’ve really connected with a place are important elements in ensuring an extraordinary vacation. We’re taking advantage of our partnership with Travel + Leisure to get their editors’ recommendations and insider tips on the places you will want to visit. Here are their picks for just one of the 150 destinations they covered.

Lima offers many opportunities for exploration and adventure. The city’s main square, the Plaza de Armas, is home to a majestic water fountain built in 1650. Experience the city’s architectural history highlighted by a visit to the Church of San Francisco. A visit to the National Museum of Anthropology and Archaeology provides a chance to explore the diverse heritage of Peru, including the Chavin, Nazca, Chumu and Inca cultures.

Lima offers many opportunities for exploration and adventure. The city’s main square, the Plaza de Armas, is home to a majestic water fountain built in 1650. Experience the city’s architectural history highlighted by a visit to the Church of San Francisco. A visit to the National Museum of Anthropology and Archaeology provides a chance to explore the diverse heritage of Peru, including the Chavin, Nazca, Chumu and Inca cultures.

One of the area’s main attractions in the province is the Paracas National Reservation, where 216 species of birds have been recorded. Generally used as a base to see the the abundant wildlife of the Islas Ballestas and Península de Paracas, the area is also of historical and archaeological interest, having hosted one of the most highly developed pre-Inca civilizations—the Paracas culture from 900 BC until AD 200. Pisco is also home to its namesake brandy, produced since the late 16th century in its wine-making region.

The entire town of Valparaiso seems to precariously hang on precipitous cliffs, crisscrossed by narrow, twisting footpaths, stairways and the city’s time-tested rapid transit system of funicular cars called ascensores. If you’ve never ridden one, you’re in for a treat.