Florence is a stunning old city that some have likened to a giant, open air museum – and for good reason! Its history and culture are evident at every turn. There's no way you can take in all the goodness of the historical districts in a mere matter of days, so hit up the Florence apartments directory and settle in for a relaxing week touring the districts of this grand old city. Duomo The Duomo district is home to many of the top … [Read more...]
So, Saipan…Surprise Me!
So, Saipan - we heard there wasn't much to see on your small island and our expectations were low after reading a number of negative reviews online. Sure there is poker in nearly every laundromat, an inordinate number of empty buildings, some falling into disrepair, an underlying problem with a gambling addiction, hence several 24-hour pawn shops - and nearly every market displaying permanent signs indicating "we accept food stamps" with … [Read more...]
A Lure to the Distillery District in Toronto: Stirling Room
On my way to Stirling Room, strolling down a brick-paved street edged by charming restored Victorian-era buildings of Toronto's Distillery District, I felt that I was in a previous age - a time when the upper crest of society enjoyed culture and life more fully at a slower pace than our busy life in this modern age. From their times we today can relish the renovated Victorian architecture in its pedestrians-only aura - no modern traffic to mar … [Read more...]
The Five Pillars of Paris
First time visitors should see some of the sights that make Paris famous - and then explore deeper into what makes the art, culture, food, fashion and western European lifestyle so intriguing. Paris is a city of museums, landmarks and history - and one can easily spend more than a few days visiting its attractions, but to start with, here are five "must sees". And once you have visited these, there is plenty of other stuff to do in … [Read more...]
Magnificent Macau
As a tourist destination in Asia, Macau pretty much has it all. Bustling nightlife with amazing casinos and gambling entertainment, beautiful beaches, an amazing heritage of Portuguese and Chinese culture and luxury resorts offering accommodation at low prices all vie for your attention on this small, densely populated island. Gambling is the number one industry in Macau and the multitude of casinos are a huge attraction for visitors as Macau … [Read more...]
What to see in Bangkok
Bangkok is a vibrant city full of lively experiences, fascinating sightseeing and colourful culture that makes it a great place to visit for those heading to South East Asia. It is the capital city of Thailand, the most densely populated urban area in the country and the political and financial centre, which makes it an essential stop on the route for anyone visiting this part of the world. If you're planning a trip to the 'Furnace of the earth' … [Read more...]
Top 10 Best Street Food Cities
When asked what your favorite street food, is your first thought of crepes or pretzels? No! Any world traveler worth half their passport stamps can tell you that street food is not just a simple snack - in many countries, it is a storied tradition and a celebration of a collective national heritage. From Bangkok to Brussels, we've collected the best cities for street food, with both the "target rich" spots for hawkers and the local delicacies … [Read more...]
Exploring the best Art Museums in Barcelona
Barcelona is much more than the capital city of Catalonia; it's a unique, multi-faceted grouping of unique metropolitan areas, mixed with historically rich Gothic neighbourhoods. Each distinctive district offers a remarkable amount of unique things to do, especially for art aficionados. Barcelona is one of the best cities in Spain because of its art museums, whether you are interested in Spanish art, European art, art from oriental cultures, from … [Read more...]
The most cultural island in the world
Visitors to Berlin shouldn't miss Berlin's Museum Island. Even though the museums contain thousands of years of history, the creation of the island filled with museums has a historical past too. Over 170 years ago, the concept of an island of museums had its beginning. The first museum, the Altes, was already in place at the location. By 1859, two museums were complete with the addition of the Neues Museum. The last three, completing the island … [Read more...]
Dropping onto Saipan
Dropped into Saipan in the dead of night - starry skies, the blackness of the sea greeted us - disturbed only by the lights emanating from this small island. I had only done cursory research before our visit here and after speaking for nearly 2 hours to my seatmate who lives here now - I wasn't really sure what to expect. He spoke of sweat shops (now extinct), high alcoholism, a hub for smuggling drugs in from China, unemployment, gambling … [Read more...]
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