The island nation of Cyprus is actually partitioned, with the southern two-thirds led by Greek Cypriots and the northern third by a Turkish Cypriot government. While tensions have never been fully resolved, this does mean a fascinating mix of cultures when visiting Cyprus. Meanwhile, most...
Nestling on Lake Michigan in Illinois, Chicago is one of the largest cities in the US. The city is renowned for its striking skyline of bold architecture and skyscrapers and for its iconic art galleries and museums. However, looking at architecture and exploring dry and boring museums...
Located on the North Atlantic coast of South America, Guyana, officially the Co-operative Republic of Guyana has had quite the past. The country was formerly a Dutch colony until it spent some 200 years as a British colony. At that time, it was known as British Guiana, and its capital...
If you are visiting Chicago and want a fun and alternative way to see the city you can enjoy a cruise on Fred A. Busse, a fireboat that was on duty from 1937 to 1981. Chicago Fireboat Tours offers a cruise through history, with fabulous views of the city all around. Chicago Fireboat Tours...
San Francisco is famous for its Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, Fisherman’s Wharf, Chinatown and the Financial District. However, those are mostly adult attractions, so how does this Californian city keep the kids happy and smiling? The city has incredible museums, like the Exploratorium...
South Africa is known for its major cities, including Johannesburg, Pretoria, Cape Town and Durban. Meanwhile, the African nation features game reserves, like Kruger National Park, Addo Elephant Park and more. However, South Africa also has a more hidden side, with intriguing locations to...