Welcome to Prague – the so-called ‘City of a Spires’ thanks to the thousands of spires reaching towards the sky from various churches, synagogues and onion-domed towers. Crammed with cobblestone streets, medieval bridges and alleyways, magnificent ancient castles and beautiful towering churches or wonders of modern architecture, add to this interesting museums and galleries,...
The Best Ways to Beat the Heat in Phoenix
There are several reasons why the city of Phoenix was named after the mythical bird of fire, and features a metropolitan area lovingly referred to as the “Valley of the Sun.” The sixth largest city in the United States, Phoenix is known for its oppressive summers, which often reach temperatures in excess of 110...
Popular Attractions in Houston, TX
America’s fourth largest city (behind only New York, Los Angeles and Chicago), Houston is full of opportunity and diversity. Blending Texas hospitality with the best of the southwest, Houston makes for a great holiday destination with gorgeous weather, amazing culture and a wealth of tourist attractions from music venues and world-class museums to art...
Athens for Budget Travelers
Athens, Greece is one of the world’s oldest and most beautiful cities, which with its ancient structures, spectacularly beautiful landscapes, rich culture and unique islands like Santorini, Rhodes, Mykonos and Crete to name but a few draws millions of tourists annually from all over the world. Like most tourist meccas, Athens offers plenty of...
Family Attractions in New York City
A popular holiday destination where dreams and reality come hand in hand, the stunning New York City, or the Big Apple as it’s more affectionately known as, welcomes adventure travelers from around the world for an experience of a lifetime. The cosmopolitan atmosphere, numerous parks and gardens, museums and galleries, shopping and dining venues...
Kyoto: Off the Beaten Path
Kyoto is an exotic destination rich in history and culture. It is home to shrines and temples, world heritage sites and is host to breathtaking, iconic festivals. All of these things and more draw tourists from all over the world. But what if you’re a traveler, not a tourist, per se? What if what...
Visiting Seoul’s Best Museums
Korea’s bustling capital for about six centuries, Seoul takes its place among the world’s greatest metropolitan areas. Ten million inhabitants live in this fascinating city, where there is no shortage of museums, historic temples and palaces, not to mention the many cultural and natural opportunities. Visitors can spend their day shopping, indulge in exciting...
Visiting Heraklion Crete
The largest of all of the resorts in Crete, Heraklion is a beautiful city that appeals to those interested in culture and archaeology, with a variety of hotels and restaurants to choose from and plenty of sightseeing to be done. Its rich and vibrant history that has seen the presence of Romans, Venetians and...
Welcome to London – Host to 2012 Olympic Games
London is one of the most, if not the most, fascinating and diverse cities on the planet. Plus, Great Britain’s capital is also one of the most visited cities in the world due to its time-honored attractions, like Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, the Tower of London, the numerous museums and theaters, lush parks and...
Visiting Beirut, Lebanon
The Lebanese capital and one of the most fascinating port cities in the Middle East, Beirut is a great place to visit. Once known as the ‘Paris of the East’ some thirty years ago until the civil war tore the city apart, Beirut is now thriving again with a wealth of attractions for tourists,...
5 Great Things to Do in Cuba
The largest of the Caribbean islands, Cuba is a captivating sun-kissed holiday destination with pristine beaches, stunning topography and delightful weather. Havana is the capital and the largest city in Cuba, where tourism features unique events, hot music scene and great architectural heritage. Cuba also offers plenty of opportunities for fun and adventure, from...
Masterpieces in the Hermitage Museum of St. Petersburg that You Must See
I love you, Peter’s great creation, I love your view of stern and grace, The Neva wave’s regal procession, The grayish granite –her bank’s dress… Alexander Pushkin One of the world’s largest and most respected museums drawing three and a half million visitors per year, the Hermitage in St. Petesburg is an art lover’s...
10 Exhibitions to see in New York in 2012
It’s a big year for New York art exhibitions in 2012; the city has a huge amount going on in the world of art so make the most of it. Book into one of the cheap New York hotels and you’ll be able to afford to stay for even longer to explore the arty...
Things to do in Ottawa
Ottawa is the capital of Canada, bordering provinces of Ontario and Quebec. Originally named Bytown, this city has endured a vast and interesting history. Visiting Ottawa will be an adventure with lot of things to do, no matter the time of year. Places to Go and Things to do in Ottawa There are many...
Visiting Geneva, Switzerland
Bienvenue à Genève or Welcome to Geneva – one of Europe’s priciest and internationally famed cities, that is definitely more than just wrist watches, chocolates, pocket knives and banks. A city of elegance and sophistication, Geneva is also referred as peace capital of the world and has much to offer its visitors in terms...