Melbourne is heralded as the cultural capital of Australia, and for good reason. The city plays host to a variety of events ranging from sports to music and cultural festivals, along with a great number of sights and attractions, perfect for both th
London's world famous New Year's Eve fireworks were spectacular. The moment Big Ben struck midnight, 12,000 fireworks were set off from the London Eye on the south bank of the Thames to create a breathtaking display of gold, silver and coloured showe
The many immigrants who’ve made the City of Light home over the years (many from onetime French colonies and current departments) have left an exotic mark tasty enough to justify a visit by itself — especially if you’re curious about unusual cuisines
Kawagoe is a traditional and lively Koedo (“Little Edo”) city just 30 minutes north of Tokyo along the Tobu Tojo Line. Its spring festival, held from late March through early May, is an annual cultural highlight
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The United Arab Emirates - and in particular Dubai - attract more than more than 21 million vacationers per year (quite a few honeymooners among them) - with a rich diversity of sometimes astounding offerings - much of them modern and man-made - a
I’m a travel writer. Words are what I do. My stories may not always sing, but I usually can put one word in front of another succinctly enough to craft a quasi-well-written article. But when I heard about the newly opened Planet Word several blo
In addition to impressive sites and fabulous dining, Hong Kong is a territory full of wonderful experiences, deeply rooted in both traditional and modern culture. Here are nine not to miss:
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Astride Lake Michigan, the USA's third largest city is a fantastic place to visit, from its highrise downtown - with famous buldings including 47-year-old Willis Tower (once the world's tallest building, and known as the Sears Tower) and the 1920
The Côte d'Azur is famous for its number of cities and towns that are haunts of the rich and famous. Among the best known of these is this city of 73,000, best known to the rest of the world for its glamorous film festival. But there are also a n
Read more…Often opening up a new chapter in our lives can be daunting. Especially when it's moving and finding the best place for a new beginning. Fortunately, the capital of Ontario province and Canada's largest city (pop. 2.7 million) is a welcoming as
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Home to 10,000 eateries from humble to haute, the Lone Star State's biggest city has in recent years been evolving into a foodie powerhouse, fueled by the addition of multicultural cuisines from 70 countries to its traditional base of good old S
Las Vegas has long been one of the most popular and accessible travel destinations in the whole world. An estimated 42.5 million people made the trip to North America's foremost adult playground in 2019, for example, up from just under 36 million
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While we do continue to dream of international travel, with the flair of the exotic and unknown, we often crave easier trips that blend the immense beauty of the American outdoors with wonderful culinary explorations. To that end, ever since I mov
Denmark's capital is a dream, and it’s worth every krone you’ll spend to visit. However, it's also notoriously pricy. So I’d like to share a few tips on how you can cut your costs to get the most out of "wonderful, wonderful Copenhagen."
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The Big Apple is one of the world's most visited cities - more than 14 million each year - for very good reasons, including its energy and its attractions. So many of them, in fact, that it would take thousands of words to cover them all. But if
With its picturesque landmarks - a legacy of the grand Austro-Hungarian Empire - and lively rooftop bars, Hungary's handsome capital is a great experience for any visitors but is ideal for newlyweds, a diverse blend of attractions, landmarks, and r
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The United States's sprawling, second largest urban area is a great all-round destination for every type of traveller young and old, from fun-seeking singles to parents in search of family fun with their little ones. The kid appeal starts with t
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For many around the world (and even in the United States), New York City is essentially synonymous with its central borough, the island of of Manhattan, which hogs much of the wealth, glamour, and attractions of this metropolis. And of course i
The capital of Austria boasts an extraordinarily rich history and plenty of attractions, thanks mostly to its legacy as the centre of the Austro-Hungarian Empire of the late 19th and early 20th century, but of course going back much further. So wh
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The Northern Beaches district on a peninsula on Bantry and Caneel Bays in the coastal suburbs of Australia's biggest city offer something special - most particularly beautiful golden strands and spectacular views. With 30 kilometres of shoreline,
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