Posted on August 31, 2011 by sguese

Marble, monument and museum heaven in the United States can truly only be found in one place. The nation’s capital builds on the American dream, and seems to be what most dream of when they think about America. Washington D.C. is America’s front yard, home to the President, Congress and of course, Fonzia’s jacket. The [...]

Posted on August 31, 2011 by sguese

Located in the southeast of England in the Hampshire region, Southampton regales in its history as a flourishing medieval trading centre. Its history is tied to the city’s position on Solent, the 8-mile inlet into which the Itchen and Test Rivers flow. The city was no stranger to hardship. Southampton faced heavy bombing throughout World [...]

Posted on August 31, 2011 by sguese

Stemming from the Gaelic word meaning ‘mouth of River Ness’, Inverness lives up to its name. The primary city and shopping centre of the Highlands of Scotland positions effortlessly along the River Ness. While shopping, historic sights, clubs and restaurants abound throughout the city, many are here to tango with a monster. The famous and [...]

Posted on August 30, 2011 by sguese

At the tropical tip of Australia’s north coast, a city composed of people hailing from 56 countries buzzes. The mellow, the modern, the metropolis of Darwin has become a place where non-Aboriginal meets Aboriginal. At the same time, urban fraternizes with remote. Darwin’s contradictions meet head on through its markets, restaurants and pubs. Outdoor public [...]

Posted on August 29, 2011 by sguese

The capital of Tunisia has not only been making the news, but it is also trying to lure visitors to stay on longer rather than heading out for more attractive locales in the country. Tunis is not for everyone, but the facts are there. It is a modern, safe and pleasant base while exploring Tunisia. [...]

Posted on August 29, 2011 by sguese

It is hard to find a more complete country than Italy. Italy boasts being stylish, cultured, good humoured, and historical all at the same time. The centre of the Roman Empire, the trigger to the Renaissance, and the 44 UNESCO World Heritage Sites alone make Italy a country high on most travellers’ bucket lists. The [...]

Posted on August 28, 2011 by sguese

Windhoek may be a long way from Germany, but its northern roots are ever present. Namibia’s capital city blends innovative modern design and that old German colonialism. However this city may be more laid back, funky and eclectic than some traditional German towns. It also awards visitors a prime location on central highlands in an [...]

Posted on August 28, 2011 by sguese

Cardiff positions in the south of Wales. Being the capital city of Wales you would think the city is just that, a cosmopolitan city. While Cardiff has its moments of being a busy and buzzing capital, it still very much boasts a small town, know everyone on every street corner feel.   The historical gem [...]

Posted on August 27, 2011 by sguese

Churchill said of Calais, “Never in the field of human tourism have so many travelers passed through a place and so few stopped to visit.”  The statement seems to be true as Calais is a port town through and through. Just 40 kilometers from Dover, Calais remains the busiest French passenger port. While the city [...]

Posted on August 27, 2011 by sguese

Finding brightness in between South Downs and the sea, Brighton booms on the south coast of England. Beachfront cool radiates from this vibrant and colourful city. Known for its nightlife, restaurants and funky art scene, Brighton claims the title of one of the first great seaside resorts in all of Europe. It is hard to [...]