No matter what side of the planet you may live on, there is always a warm sunny beach somewhere. Whether you’re thinking about a local summer vacation or a winter get-a-way, there are affordable vacation packages ready to whisk you away to another part of the world. According to United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) the top five international destinations in 2009 were: France, US, Spain, China and Italy. Here is a breakdown of some of the highlights from each of these countries’ best vacation sites:

Scooters have become more and more common on the streets, and handled not only by children, but also teenagers and adults. While not having the same capabilities as a bicycle, a scooter can certainly help your child get to school faster, for example. Rough terrain still remains a problem for most scooters, as their smaller wheels can not handle it, but things are slowly beginning to change.

Executive retreats and team building events are a mainstay in mid- and large-size companies, as well as many smaller businesses, and provide a supportive environment that is dedicated to establishing new goals, revising policies and procedures that are no longer effective, determining how best to guide and grow the company, and choosing the best tack for moving forward into a strong, successful future. In addition, they are a great way to bolster teamwork and cohesiveness within an organization. Whether or not your company is in need of a significant change in course, an executive retreat at sea is sure to provide the setting and motivation needed to deliver the results your firm needs.