Madrid and Barcelona may be the two topmost visited cities in Spain, but there are other places that are charming and just as wonderful to spend a few days in. One …
Seville city guide: what to do and see in one of Spain’s best cities
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Rio de Janeiro city guide: what to do in the “Marvelous City”
Before the Portuguese landed in Brazil in the 1500s, the continent was inhabited by native tribes. The Portuguese began to build colonies in the New World, but Rio was not …
Out and about in Malaysia’s capital city, Kuala Lumpur
The city of Kuala Lumpur was established only a few hundred years ago in 1857. At first, the area was a jungle, turned tin mine, turned trading center for tin …
Consider adding these sites to your next trip to Tehran
A semi-recent discovery has revealed that society lived in the Tehran area 7,000 years ago. However, the earliest mention of Tehran only dates back to the 13th century. For many …
Prague: what to do in the “City of a Hundred Spires”
One of Europe’s most beautiful cities is Czech’s capital, Prague—a destination that should be at the top of your list. Not only does the city have a deep history that …
Bucharest city guide: exploring Romania’s cultural capital
When one thinks of Romania, vampires and castles may be the first thing that comes to mind, but the country is full of much more than that. From cities to …
World’s best cities for couples
With love in the air, and Valentine’s Day just a few days away, couples are (or have already begun) planning the details of how they will be spending the day, …
Don’t miss these must-see sites in the historical city of Lahore
Historians believe people settled in Lahore, Pakistan over 2,000 years ago, however, the most concrete documents that mention the current city dates back to 982. For many centuries, the city …
Dublin city guide: hidden gems that can’t be missed
Evidence of settlers in Dublin can be traced backer 1,000 years ago to the time of the Vikings, who ruled over the area for more than 300 years until the …
Helsinki city guide: our favorite spots in this vibrant seaside destination
Founded by the Swedish King, Gustavus Vasa, in 1550, Helsinki was ruled for several centuries by the Swiss until Finland was conquered by Russia in 1809. It wasn’t until more …