Adelaide, the capital of South Australia was founded in 1836 with the reading of a proclamation under a gum tree at Glenelg. Incidentally, the gum tree is allegedly still...
Nestled between the mountains of Conway National Park and the waters of the Coral Sea, Airlie Beach was part of the region first explored by the world renowned Captain Cook...
Located right in the heart of the Red Centre, the town is located approximately two and a half hours by air from all the major cities in the country ...
It’s very hard not to envisage images of hazy cafés and scantily clad women moving provocatively in red-lit windows when thinking of Amsterdam. Travellers the world over return from Mother...
From cobblestones to contemporary fashions, Antwerp has a great selection of sights and sounds for you to enjoy during your stay. Add to that a wide choice of restaurants and...
Along with Rome, Athens has the best documented history in Europe. Where Rome was home to the emperors, Athens was home to the Gods. Due to the number of ancient...
The fertile isthmus, upon which Auckland is located, was initially inhabited and farmed by the Ngati Whuata tribe some 800 years ago. The white, sandy beaches of the Waitemata...
Home to pristine beaches, dense jungle, beautiful temples, great shopping opportunities and a host of culinary delights, Bali is a mesmerising place. In recent years, this island has suffered through...
Just over four hundred years ago, the city of Bangkok was little more than a village consisting of a few houses on the banks of the Chao Phraya River. ...
1992 was a good year for Barcelona. This was the year the Olympic Games were held in the Catalonian capital, thus drawing millions of people from all over the world...
Beijing has been the capital of the People’s Republic of China since it was founded back in 1949. Before this, however, it had also served as the capital through...
With a population of approximately 300,000 people, Belfast is a city steadily reaffirming its status as one of the top destinations with travellers. The troubles which plagued it for over...
Seldom missed by those travelling to Germany, and frequently returned to by those who have been there before, Berlin is one of Europe’s electric, historical and sprawling cities. Home to...
Bled is the jewel in Slovenia’s crown, and a very popular tourist destination. Its pristine lake, imposing medieval castle and picturesque mountain backdrop make it a favourite with visitors to...
Bogota’s history goes back as far as 1538 when it was founded by the Spanish conquistador, Gonzalo Jiménez de Quesada and named Santa Fe de Bogotá. After it...
Bohinj is around 26 kilometres from Bled. Located inside Triglav National Park, this alpine valley is also part of the Julian Alps. Formed around the glacial Lake Bohinj, the area...
Known as Bombay until 1996, Mumbai is a city of stark contrasts. The country’s financial centre, over 40% of its population live in slums. All of this somehow...
Located in the south-western part of France, Bordeaux sits on the Garonne River, close to the Atlantic Ocean. It is the capital of France’s Aquitaine Region. Bordeaux covers an area...
The gateway to New England, Boston is one of the oldest cities in the US. Originally founded in the early 1620’s, its most famous nickname is the ‘Cradle of...
Visitors to the Slovak capital are as diverse as the city itself. Some come here to sample all that the city’s famed historical centre has to offer, while others are...
Brisbane is the capital city of Queensland and is situated about half way up the east coast of Australia. The presence of the Gold Coast in the south and...
Located at the northern tip of Western Australia, Broome’s early development was due almost entirely to its pearling industry. Today, the industry is still very much part of the...
Thanks to its enchanting squares, medieval buildings and cobweb of canals, Bruges is like something out of a fairytale. Unsurprisingly, it is Belgium’s most popular tourist destination.
Dating back...
For anyone who has never been to Brussels before, the first time visit usually offers a pleasant surprise. Because, despite all the less than favourable comments which you may...
Known at one time as the Paris of the East, Bucharest is Romania’s largest city and its capital. It is a city full of busy streets, amazing architecture and one...
Built on the River Danube and divided into two distinct sides, Budapest is a city that still bears the scars of communism but one that is constantly developing into one...
Buenos Aires is a great metropolis with eleven million inhabitants and one of the largest in the world. It is also the most elegant and busiest city in South America...
Home to sufers and those who enjoy the alternative lifestyle, Byron Bay is also home to both hippies backpackers. With numerous beaches, national parks, and one of the country’s...
Thanks to the presence of an international airport just a few kilometres outside the city centre, Cairns has established itself as the capital of the far north and one of...
Even though when most people think of Cairo they think of ancient civilizations and pyramids, much of Cairo is actually quite modern with wide streets. The River Nile runs...
Aborigines, and the Ngunnawal tribe in particular, have inhabited the Canberra region for approximately twenty thousand years and the city itself has been home to European settlers since the early...
Known for its crystal clear waters and white sandy beaches, Cancun is located on the Caribbean Coast, and is part of the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico. Outdoor activities aplenty, top...
Considered one of the most beautiful cities in the world with its scenic backdrop of Table Mountain, the Mother City is South Africas oldest settlement.
Situated along the Cape...
Chicago is the USA’s third largest city and has all the characteristics of an American metropolis – a bustling day to day atmosphere, instantly recognisable skyline and huge population. In...
It is not without good cause that Christchurch is described as the most English of New Zealand cities. Punts can be often found gliding down the still Avon River,...
The Gothic Dom Cathedral towers over Cologne, a city found in the west of Germany along the banks of the River Rhine. Home to around a million people, Cologne boasts...
Copenhagen, or København as it is known in Danish, is Denmark's largest and capital city. It's located beside the sea, in the Zealand Island area of Denmark. Around 1.7 million...
In Cork city centre, the action is generally centered around St. Patrick’s Street. This shopping area is popular with visitors and locals, and can get very busy, especially at weekends....
There’s more to Dallas than just the infamous ‘grassy knoll’. This city has a lot to offer visitors with many interesting attractions and a vibrant nightlife.
Dallas is both the...
Darwin is the capital of Australia’s Northern Territory and has a population of about forty thousand people. Among the forty thousand residents are between forty-five and sixty different ethnic groups...
Historically, Dresden was famed for its beautiful art and architecture, so much so that it was referred to as ‘The Florence of the Elbe’. However, following the Allied bombing of...
Dublin is a charming city with welcoming people and a laid back culture. It's also a young city – approximately half of the one and a half million people that...
Undoubtedly the most popular destination in the whole of Croatia, the number of tourists setting foot on Dubrovnik’s tiled floors has been steadily increasing over the last five years. Now...
This city is a mecca for surfers due to the long surf beach which runs alongside the city. Initially it was only white tourists who travelled here during the...
This north-west German city has fought back against many disasters, such as the Thirty Years War and WWII to still maintain its charm and character. And even though after so...
Overlooked by an imposing castle, Edinburgh is a city which you will warm to straight away. Split into the Old Town and the New Town by Princes Street, the former...
A natural paradise on Australia’s west coast, Exmouth is located over 1,200 kilometres north of Perth. That’s around a two-day drive. It’s a small town with a permanent population of...
Birthplace of the Renaissance and located on the River Arno, Florence, or Firenze as it is known in the native language, is a true, classic Italian city. Built around Il...
Germany’s fifth largest city in the county of Hesse is Germany’s financial, commercial, industrial and media capital and resembles an American city more than a European one thanks to its...
Galway is Europe’s most westerly city and is also its fastest growing urban centre with a population of almost sixty thousand people - large by Irish standards. Widely known in...
Glasgow is the biggest city in Scotland and the third biggest city in the UK. Glasgow has a rich and interesting history, from the wealth of the 19th century to...
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Hawaii, the fiftieth US state, is the most remote island chain on the planet. Made up of over one hundred and twenty islands, reefs and shoals, only seven of...
Consisting of five suburbs, this town four hours drive north of Brisbane is one of Queensland’s largest. Its two major draw cards are Fraser Island (the majority of ferries...
Situated in the southern region of Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City, or Saigon, or HCMC (take your pick!) is Vietnam’s largest city and is the economical and commercial centre of...
Legend tells us that God sent an angel to adorn the earth but as he reached Interlaken he had used up almost his trimmings in other areas. He felt...
The former capital of three empires – Byzantine, Ottoman and Roman – today Istanbul combines the preservation of its past with looking forward to its modern future. Standing on the...
Johannesburg was born as a mining camp back in 1886 when an unemployed local miner discovered the first gold deposits in the South African province of Gauteng or the ‘Place...
Found on the east coast of New Zealand’s south island, this small village is popular with travellers due to it’s various wonders and attractions. First of all there is...
Kathmandu is the centre of everything in Nepal – tourism, restaurants, hotels and, as it is where the majority of tourists travel to, it is the gateway to the Himalayas....
While the rest of the country was being blasted during WWII, Krakow emerged from the war largely unscathed. As a result the city is now home to a unique...
Walking around Kuala Lumpur it soon becomes evident that this city is a fusion of old and new. The world’s second tallest building is here standing at 1,483 feet tall...
Officially known as La Paz de Ayacucho, Bolivia’s biggest city isn’t the official capital (which is Sucre), instead the ‘administrative’ capital. This makes it the highest capital in the world...
While the city may now be overrun with casinos, hotels and garish neon signs, it does have a past which wasn’t quite so cheap and colourful. Las Vegas is...
As it is the gateway to Machu Picchu, and it commands vistas of the Pacific Ocean on one side and the Andes on the other, Lima is one of the...
With a population of just under 700,000, Lisbon is a pretty small capital but is big on culture and things to do. Situated on the River Tagus, an earthquake...
Liverpool in the north of England is famous for the Beatles, the British Grand National and two of the country’s biggest football clubs. Running along the banks of the...
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With a population of over seven and a half million, and covering approximately 650 square miles, London is one of Europe's largest cities. Ethnically, it's also Europe's most diverse metropolis:...
Although it is quite difficult to imagine when you look at the city today, Los Angeles started out as a farming settlement which was established by the Spanish back in...
Home to traditional tapas bars, classic museums, a nightlife which never seems to end and the world’s most successful football club, Madrid is one of the great European capitals. Chosen...
Situated just eight kilometres from Townsville, Queensland’s northern capital, Magnetic Island is so far removed from the mainland that you would be forgiven for thinking you had lost your mind...
Bidding to be the European capital of culture in 2016, Malaga is an interesting mixture of sun, sea, sand, attractions and nightlife.
This city is the second biggest in Andalusia...
Often referred to as the North of England's capital, Manchester is one of the country's most visited cities. And it's not hard to see why. Not only does Manchester boast...
While most people don’t spend very long in Manila during their stay in the Philippines, it certainly shouldn’t be bypassed as it does have a great deal to offer its...
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Melbourne is Australia's second largest city with a population of around three million, about half a million less than Sydney. It experienced its greatest period of development during the reign...
The site where Mexico City stands today has been inhabited for over 20,000 years making it the longest continuously inhabited city in the western hemisphere. The Aztecs arrived in the...
Miami’s position as a major US tourist resort didn’t really come about until 1884 when an English couple, Charles and Iabella Peacock, opened their first hotel. But, while they...
With a population of approximately 1.3 million people, Milan is steeped in history but in recent times has become both the economic and fashion capital of Italy. This is...
The area where you will find Mission Beach today was first explored by Edmund Kennedy who landed there in 1848. The region, however, takes its name from the Aboriginal...
Once-empty shops have become expensive restaurants, designer boutiques and 24-hour convenience stores. Nightlife, which used to be restricted to cheesy singers at bad restaurants, has exploded into one of the...
Known as Bombay until 1996, Mumbai is a city of stark contrasts. The country’s financial centre, over 40% of its population live in slums. All of this somehow...
Having become one of the most modern cities in post-war Germany, Munich was founded by Henry the Lion, Duke of Saxony and Bavaria in 1158, although the first settlers were...
Capital of Campania, Naples is like an amalgamation of various Italian cities – it has the attitude of Milan, the sights of Rome, the passion of Venice and the culinary...
New Orleans is one of America’s most famous cities. Its nightlife is legendary, it attracts thousands of visitors annually for the Mardi Gras festival, it is the birthplace of jazz...
Arriving in New York City for the first time is a very surreal experience. This is the world’s most famous city which is largely due to the number of films...
Newcastle is the capital of England’s northeast and home to the ‘Geordie’. Famous for coal mining, it enjoys many other industries such as shipbuilding and steel making. One...
Capital of the French Riviera, Nice is the fifth largest city in France. Due to its location on the south coast, it is a haven for sun worshippers. ...
Situated on Australia’s Sunshine Coast, just north of Brisbane, is Noosa. This town, which incorporates three separate areas (Noosa Heads, Noosa Junction and Noosaville), has a reputation as the...
Oslo is no stranger to striking scenery, surrounded as it is by fjords and forestry. However, this popular Scandinavian destination has a lot more going for it than just a...
There is one thing that strikes you the minute you begin to wander around the streets of the French capital – the Parisians are a very passionate race. From the...
Welcome to Perth…the city with lights, sun and surf. With silver skyscrapers glinting in the sun, a remarkably blue sky, energetic outdoorsy vibrancy, and the sparkling Indian Ocean and glorious...
Located in the Tuscany region in the north of Italy, Pisa is best-know as the home of the world-renowned Leaning Tower. That’s not the only string on the bow of...
Famous for its six imposing bridges and its medieval old town, Porto is home to hilly streets, leafy park areas, golden beaches and friendly natives. Situated along the Douro River,...
It’s a tired cliché when it comes to many European cities, but Prague really is an enchanting mix of the old and the new. On one side you’ve got the...
Situated over one thousand feet above sea level, Queenstown has the enviable location of being on the shores of Lake Wakatipu in the Southern Alps of the country’s South Island,...
Many South American capitals boast magnificent locations. Quito is just another one to add to the list. Surrounded by mountains and volcanoes, it is flanked on all sides with breathtaking...
Riga is both the capital city of Latvia and the biggest city in the Baltic. It covers an area of over 307 square kilometres. More than 722,000 people call Riga...
No other South American city is as famous as Rio. Although it isn’t the Brazilian capital, it the destination on top of most travellers’ itineraries when going to Brazil....
All that surrounds a visitor in Rome—the stunning art and architecture, the terrible traffic, the grandeur of scale and even the lively citizens—guarantees an unforgettable visit.
Ancient Rome is...
A cultural and scenic wonderland, Rotorua was first settled back in the 14th century by Maoris from the Arawa tribe who originally settled in the Bay of Plenty but began...
Dating back to around 1250, the first settlement in Rotterdam was around the River Rotte by a group of fishermen. Ninety years later it received city status in the...
Located in the centre of the country, Salzburg is Austria's fourth largest city. It's an extremely picturesque city, surrounded as it is by mountains. Salzburg's old town is a shining...
Even though San Diego is California’s second largest city after Los Angeles, this doesn’t make it as busy as its northern neighbour. Instead San Diego is far more laid-back with...
In comparison with other American cities, San Francisco is different in many aspects. It only covers an area of 47 square miles making it one of the country’s smaller...
One of the most beautiful areas in Northern Spain’s Basque country, San Sebastian is the place to go if you’re looking to mix sandy beaches with great sights, local culinary...
With the Andes providing a backdrop for the city, Santiago de Chile is one of the largest cities and most fascinating cities in South America. And despite its size it...
Seville is a warm city that makes you feel welcome when visiting. While its city centre is a bit squashed, a walk along the Río Guadalquivir is perfect for a...
Before Siem Reap was founded, the site where the town is today was occupied by a series of pagodas. From these places of worship a number of quaint villages were...
Separating the Bay of Naples from the Gulf of Salerno, Sorrento is one of Italy’s most popular resorts. It is also one of the best places in Italy to take...
Stockholm gives you the opportunity to do over a couple of hours which, in other destinations around the world, would take a number of days – island hop. Built over...
Located about eighty kilometres from the state capital, Brisbane, Surfers Paradise is the main attraction of the forty-two kilometres of coastline and beaches which make up the Gold Coast. ...
Sydney, Australia’s oldest and largest city was founded in 1788 when Captain Phillip arrived in 1788 at Farm Cove, today just east of the Opera House, making it quite a...
With a population of approximately 2.6 million people, Taipei is not just the capital of Taiwan but also one of China’s provincial capital cities. It is a peculiar mix of...
Evidence shows that the Taupo region has been inherited by the Maori people for as long as seven centuries. Information about these early settlers is pretty scarce, however, but...
Established as a settlement in 1909, Tel Aviv is now a bustling city of two million, a vibrant center of entertainment, culture and big business. It is also blessed with...
When thinking of different cities around the world, it’s hard to think of one as fascinating as the Japanese capital. Home to approximately 12 million people, a better way to...
The most American of all the major Canadian cities, Toronto is a cosmopolitan metropolis with trademark highways, skyscrapers and the like. But, unlike some of its counterparts south of...
Valencia wasn’t a city that sprung to everyone’s mind when thinking of Spain until over the last decade. Before that tourists were flocking to the surreal architecture of Barcelona and...
Vancouver is the largest city in the Canadian province of British Columbia and is situated in the southwestern corner of the country. In the centuries which preceded the arrival...
Built on over 115 islands that are divided into two main sections by the aptly named Grand Canal, Venice is one of the most photographed, filmed and famous cities in...
A number of destinations usually spring to mind when planning a trip around Europe. London is one; Paris is another. One city that doesn’t get mentioned enough (but should) is...
Capital of Lithuania, the city of Vilnius is one of Europe’s most multinational – less than 60% of the city’s population are Lithuanian nationals. The remainder of the population are...
Warsaw is the capital of Poland and the country’s largest city. Covering an area of over 516 sq km, it is the 8th largest city in the EU. It straddles...
After considering numerous locations as the capital of the United States of America, the congress eventually settled upon declaring Washington DC as the mighty nation’s capital at the end of...
Located on the southern tip of the North Island of the country, Wellington is currently home to a population of about three hundred and fifty thousand people. Named after...
Zürich is Switzerland’s largest city, and is known both for its natural beauty and its wealth of attractions. As a result, huge numbers of people visit this enticing alpine city...
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