Lying on the Potomac River, Washington, DC, is the capital of the USA and a compact and fascinating city to visit. Among its neoclassical monuments and buildings are the three branches of Government: the Capitol, the White House and the Supreme Court. The city also has iconic museums and many fascinating attractions for the whole family to enjoy. Read on to find out...
As summer draws to a close in the northern hemisphere, South Africa is heading for the warmer months and exciting vacation options. Anyone seeking adrenaline sports has a treat in store when it comes to this country. Its coasts and inland areas offer a good selection of adventure and water sports. However, for those without a fear of heights, bungee jumping is one of...
In previous years, the iconic and beautiful Sevilla has always come out number one city with more than 80,000 residents in the Top Twelve listing. This year, Sevilla was beaten to second place by Granada. With the incredible Alhambra and more historic buildings, the city thoroughly deserves the award. The most beautiful city in Spain was picked by an online poll run...
Located close to Flagstaff, Arizona, Sedona is a desert town, known for its steep canyon walls, red-rock buttes and pine forests. Meanwhile, it is also known for its mild climate, making it a great place for a family vacation. As for parents, the town has a vibrant arts community, and is full of art galleries, New Age shops and spas. For energetic families, Sedona...
The Algarve coast offers 120 km (75 mi) of stunning coastline, along with perfect sunny weather. Idyllic sandy beaches backed by craggy and scenic rock formations and several seaside resort towns along the way make it perfect for a family vacation. One particular resort town for the family is the lovely Albufeira. Read on to find out what Albufeira has to offer the...
Cape Town is rightly dubbed the “Mother City” of South Africa, as it was here the settlers first landed. These days the city is a modern Mecca, but still has its roots in the past, with colorful places to explore its history. Meanwhile, Cape Town and the Atlantic Seaboard offer endless, beautiful sandy beaches for fun in the sun. Moreover, the city is backed by the...
Nestled off the coast of West Africa, Tenerife is one of the Canary Islands of Spain and a popular destination. With its beautiful scenery and idyllic black- or gold-sand beaches, the island is dominated by El Teide, the third-largest volcano in the world. Meanwhile, Tenerife is dubbed the Island of Spring for its pleasant temperatures all year round. Whether you...
Nestling on Puget Sound in the Pacific Northwest, Seattle is surrounded by mountains, evergreen forests and water. Meanwhile, the city itself offers many green spaces in its many acres of parkland. The largest city in Washington State also hosts the Microsoft and Amazon headquarters and is famous for the futuristic Space Needle, its most iconic landmark. However...
Also known as “Queen City” or “Cinci,” the city of Cincinnati straddles the Ohio River. Among its attractions, the Over-the-Rhine district boasts 19th-century architecture, including the popular Findlay Market selling food and crafts. Meanwhile, the Cincinnati Museum Center is the place to go for history, science and children’s museums, housed...
Head up into wild Alaska this year to visit America’s biggest state right at the top of North America. The state borders Yukon and British Columbia in Canada to the east and shares a maritime border in the Bering Strait to the west with the Russian Federation’s Chukotka Autonomous Okrug. Here, the most stunningly beautiful wilderness surrounds you, full of wildlife...