One of the oldest cities in the United States, Charleston, South Carolina has both history and character. With cobblestone streets and decorative front porches, the buildings of Charleston provide a visible record of America's history from its pre-Revolutionary days. Introduction to Charleston, South Carolina - Overview - Culture - Orientation/Location - Climate and When to visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Magnolia Plantation and its 300-year-old Garden - Mount Pleasant across the Cooper River - Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie - Two Relics of Naval Defence - Waterfront Park - The Angel Oak Tree...
One of the oldest cities in the United States, Charleston, South Carolina has both history and character. With cobblestone streets and decorative fron...
With its pleasant climate and proximity to northern Europe, the Costa del Sol has been attracting tourists for centuries. The famous resort cities of Marbella, Puerto Banus, Torremolinos and Benalmadena are quick and cheap airline flights away from the colder European winters. Introduction to Costa del Sol - Overview - Culture - Location/Orientation - Climate and When to Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Marbella - Puerto Banus - Estepona - Fuengirola - Benalmadena - Mijas - Nerja - The Balcony of Europe - Malaga - A Day Trip To Gibraltar - Recommendations for the Budget Traveller - Places to...
With its pleasant climate and proximity to northern Europe, the Costa del Sol has been attracting tourists for centuries. The famous resort cities of ...
The French Riviera, also known as the Cote d'Azur, is the stunning coastal area of southeastern France. Practice your French for a great vacation filled with breathtaking sights, exciting events and amazing gastronomical fare. Adjacent to Monaco and bordering the Mediterranean, the French Riviera delights vacationers of all ages and styles. Introducing the French Riviera - Overview - Culture - Orientation/Location - Climate and When to Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Antibes - Cannes - Eze - Frejus & Saint Raphael - Grasse - Hyeres - Menton - Monaco - Nice - Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat - Saint...
The French Riviera, also known as the Cote d'Azur, is the stunning coastal area of southeastern France. Practice your French for a great vacation fill...
Havana, the capital of Cuba is one of the Caribbean's most exciting cities and is the island's centre for trade and commerce with Cuban cigars being its most famous export. More than a million tourists come to Havana annually. The city is particularly popular with Canadians and Europeans wanting to escape their winter climates. Introduction to Havana - Overview - Culture - Climate & When To Visit - Orientation - Sightseeing Highlights - El Capitolio - Museum of the Revolution & Granma Memorial - Havana Cigar Factories - Parque Historico Morro y Cabana - Plaza de la Catedral - Plaza de Armas -...
Havana, the capital of Cuba is one of the Caribbean's most exciting cities and is the island's centre for trade and commerce with Cuban cigars being i...
The Italian Riviera is beautifully situated between the French Riviera, Monaco and Tuscany on Italy's Ligurian coast. Its chief city is the centrally located Genoa, which was the birthplace of Christopher Columbus. On the coast, Portofino attracts the rich and famous to its beautiful marina. Welcome to the Italian Riviera - Culture - Orientation & Location - Climate & When to Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - A Walk around Genoa - Via Garibaldi - Mura della Citta - Church of San Siro - Galata Museo del Mare - Felice Ippolito National Antarctic Museum - Museum of Etnomedicine "Antonio Scarpa" -...
The Italian Riviera is beautifully situated between the French Riviera, Monaco and Tuscany on Italy's Ligurian coast. Its chief city is the centrally ...
Lisbon, the capital city of Portugal, is located on seven hills near the Tejo River. In spite of the hilly terrain, the city can be easily explored on foot. Lisbon has a good transportation system, which includes hill elevators known as "funiculars." The longest bridge in Europe and some of the world's oldest neighborhoods are also located here. Lisbon is also one of the cheapest major cities in Europe. Introduction to Lisbon - Overview - Culture - Orientation - Climate & When To Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Cristo Rei - Santa Justa Elevator - Castelo de Sao Jorge - Ponte 25 de Abril...
Lisbon, the capital city of Portugal, is located on seven hills near the Tejo River. In spite of the hilly terrain, the city can be easily explored on...
Melbourne is Australia's second largest city and the capital of the state of Victoria. The city is often mentioned as Australia's finest and offers numerous galleries, parks, museums and theatres alongside beaches, cafes and shopping. Many people use the city as a base from which to explore the surrounding areas of the Great Ocean Road and the Grampians National Park. Introduction to Melbourne - Overview - Culture - Climate & When To Visit - Orientation - Sightseeing Highlights - Federation Square - Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI) - Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne - National...
Melbourne is Australia's second largest city and the capital of the state of Victoria. The city is often mentioned as Australia's finest and offers nu...
If you are the type of traveller to sneak away from group tours to check out what's down a little side-alley, or fancy booking a holiday to a place none of your friends have heard of before, then Montenegro should be your next destination. This tiny country in the Balkans has had its share of strife, being a part of Yugoslavia's civil war in the 1990's, but now, with its Mediterranean climate, sandy beaches, beautiful forests, and historical buildings, Montenegro is moving up the charts on traveller's go-to lists. Introduction to Montenegro - Overview - Culture - Orientation/Location -...
If you are the type of traveller to sneak away from group tours to check out what's down a little side-alley, or fancy booking a holiday to a place no...
Rio de Janeiro is the second largest city in Brazil and is world famous for its memorable landscape, its vibrant beach culture and for the world's best annual carnival. The harbor of Rio de Janeiro is one of the "Seven Natural Wonders of the World" and has spectacular sights including Sugar Loaf mountain, Corcovado Peak (Christ the Redeemer statue) and the Tijuca hills. Introduction to Rio de Janeiro - Culture - Location/Orientation - Climate and When to Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Christ the Redeemer on Corcovado - Carnival in Rio - An unforgettable event - Sugarloaf Mountain - Beaches...
Rio de Janeiro is the second largest city in Brazil and is world famous for its memorable landscape, its vibrant beach culture and for the world's bes...
Sao Paulo, affectionately called "Sampa" by its residents, is the leading, business-oriented city in Brazil. The urban center also offers an exciting nightlife and unmissable, all-you-can-eat steakhouses (churrascarias). With many museums, cultural attractions, concert halls, and theaters, Sao Paulo is one of the cultural centers of Brazil. Introduction to Sao Paulo - Overview - Culture - Orientation/Location - Climate and When to Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Ibirapuera Park - Vila Olimpia Nightlife - Hiking in Serra da Cantareira - Mercado Municipal - Sao Paulo Museum of Art - Sao Paulo,...
Sao Paulo, affectionately called "Sampa" by its residents, is the leading, business-oriented city in Brazil. The urban center also offers an exciting ...
