Posted on February 28, 2013 by sguese

  Chile’s capital city of Santiago knows a thing or two about location. Spread out between the Andes and a coastal range, the city sets up with best of landscapes. Between Rio Mapocho and Rio Maipo, the benefits of perusing this scenic, cultural and historic city are endless. Beginning in Santiago, a massive city, might [...]

Posted on February 28, 2013 by sguese

  According to Greek mythology, Theseus abandoned Ariadne on the island of Naxos. Ariadne didn’t seem to mind as she took up with Dionysus, god of wine and ecstasy. It would seem she got the better end o f the deal. Myths aside, Dionysus is still the Greek island of Naxos’ favorite deity. Producer of [...]

Posted on February 27, 2013 by sguese

  Slap on a nice helping of Dijon mustard to your next sandwich and think of the city for which it comes from. Dijon is mostly known as the mustard capital of the universe. However it is also one of France’s most appealing provincial cities for other reasons besides the condiment. Dijon covers in elegant medieval [...]

Posted on February 27, 2013 by sguese

  Vienna always steals the attention away from Austria’s other cities, specifically its second largest, Graz. However, Graz doesn’t seem to mind as it takes on a more relaxed tone compared to other cities in the country. Surrounded by vineyards, mountains, forested hills and thermal springs, you might think you just stepped out of the [...]

Posted on February 26, 2013 by sguese

  Zagreb often falls under the category of stopover, not destination. However, Croatia’s capital city should be a destination, even if you have to work a little harder to find out why. At the crossroads of Western and Eastern Europe, Zagreb carries an urban energy you can feel. Those visiting will find this capital city [...]

Posted on February 26, 2013 by sguese

  In the fair city of Verona we set out stage, a city founded by the Romans in the 1st century A.D. The northern Italian city is not only the supposed setting for the one of the most romantic stories of all time, Romeo and Juliet, but it is also known as “little Rome”. Miniaturized [...]

Posted on February 25, 2013 by sguese

  Cairns is no secret, largely everyone’s major gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. 1,120 north of Brisbane, Cairns is far removed, but nonetheless tourism conscious. Used as a starting point for exploring Far North Queensland, it is the only place on earth where you will find two World Heritage listed sites right next to [...]

Posted on February 25, 2013 by sguese

  Set up on the southwestern edge of Australia, Perth is considered the world’s most isolated capital. It is not that this capital of Western Australia is in time-out or a bit of a loner. Rather, Perth appreciates splendid isolation, where you can take in the Indian Oc ean and desert sands of Nullarbor without other [...]

Posted on February 22, 2013 by sguese

  Step off the cruise ship in Montego Bay and you might think this town is overly charged. The bustling town hides its turbulent history, especially when the spring breakers roll through each year. While home to the island’s busiest airport and cruise-ship port, Montego Bay does have more appeals outside of hotels, bars, and [...]

Posted on February 22, 2013 by sguese

  Melbourne’s roots begin with gold. Back in the 1850s, the city was founded, coinciding with the discovery of gold in its surrounding hills. British settlers freely colonized the city, ultimately building up Melbourne into what it is today, Victoria’s capital. Distinctly European in feel, Melbourne is often dubbed Australia’s culture capital for its vibrant [...]