Steeped in antiquity yet bursting with all that's fashionably modern, Italy is the birthplace of La Dolce Vita - the sweet life that celebrates beauty and happiness.
Climate
Winters are long and cold in the northern alps; the summers can be rainy with frequent storms. The far south is warm but often lashed by the sirocco - [...]
As a holiday destination, Germany has a lot going for it - fashionable and dynamic big cities, quaint towns straight out of the Brothers Grimm, deep forests, fairy-tale castles, and to top it all off, an unequaled range of beers.
Climate
Located at the heart of Europe, Germany has a temperate climate with regional variations. The best [...]
France is the world's most popular tourist destination and with good reason. From the cultural splendour of Paris to the snowcapped ski resorts in the French Alps to the golden beaches of the south, France has treasures in every corner. And there are wonderful hotels, too. Check on the internet for the range, location [...]
If you want to experience another facet of Australia, head for Broome, an exotic oasis in the heart of the country's last great wilderness area.
Broome is an exotic blend of seaside resort and frontier town with and colourful mix of architectural styles. Add in a delightful beach and a rich and unusual history all [...]
Been hearing your neighbors brag about their trip to Italy and Tuscany and are dying of envy? Why not plan a trip and take off to explore the mountains to see what they were raving about? The place is as picturesque as it sounds, and the people there are extremely friendly, which makes the trip [...]
The island of Elba in the Tuscan Archipelago is one of the most popular tourist spots in Italy. The island is a unique combination of history and nature and you can find quaint old villages mingling with modern resorts and hotels on this island. The 225 square kilometer island has more than fifty picturesque beaches [...]
Greece is full of hotels. Its Mediterranean location is an ideal holiday spot, and it is still seeing tourism increase year after year, even though it has been steadily increasing by 10% a year for decades. The Olympics in 2004 only boosted its popularity further, as did the 2006 Eurovision Song Contest - there's no [...]
Cardiff is the capital city of Wales. It is also the largest city in Wales and the 14th largest in the United Kingdom. Situated in Europe's most beautiful locale, Cardiff is the dream destination for a fun filled and memorable holiday. The weather all year round and the warm and welcoming locals ensure that your [...]
Berlin: city of a new era
Today Berlin is a creative, dynamic place to visit with museums, theatres, many bars, cubs and restaurants. A city which was at the grim heart of 20th century European history, the Berlin of today has a tendency not to take itself too seriously.
Transport: how to get there and around
To reach [...]
Whistler is perhaps North America's best ski resort; certainly there is nowhere close for vertical drop, acreage of groomed runs and variety of expert terrain. However there is also a tremendous variety of rental accommodation, and before you make a choice it would be as well to be educated about the options and their [...]