Is Canberra Worth Visiting During a Trip to Australia?

Canberra, Australia has the nickname “Bush Capital” because it is surrounded by forest, farmland and nature reserves. The capital of Australia was established in 1913 and served as a compromise between Sydney and Melbourne. Home to under 500,000 people, highlights include the Parliament of Australia the National Gallery of Australia and more covered below. Many…

View overlooking an empty Australian parliament chamber

5 Great Playa Del Carmen Restaurants that are Not Tourist Traps

Playa Del Carmen, Mexico is popular for good reason. The area was developed for tourism when it was founded in 1937. Since then it is has become a vacation destination renown for resorts, beaches restaurants, clubs, shopping and great local eateries. Unlike Cancun and Tulum, it is much easier to walk to delicious local restaurants…

The salad bar at Costelao Playa del Carmen, Mexico with a Christmas tree and festive Christmas decorations.

Is Cardiff, Wales as Worthwhile to Visit as Bath or Bristol?

Cardiff, Bristol and Bath are distinctly different southwest United Kingdom cities. While each destination is worth visiting for a variety of reasons, you will likely have a favorite based on personal preferences. And if your time is limited, you may want to remove one of these cities from your southwest UK itinerary. I recently traveled…

A blue sky over Cardiff, Bay Wales

Tokyo or Singapore: Which is a Better Fit for You to Visit?

Tokyo is the world’s largest city with a staggering 37 million people. The metropolis is packed with modern infrastructure that transports visitors into a futuristic setting that coexists with centuries of historic sites and a traditional past. Singapore was once a sleepy fishing village that exploded into a modern Asian melting pot, with large populations…

Sensoji Temple in the Asakusa district of Tokyo, Japan with a clear blue sky.

Discovering Europe’s Best Spa Towns: A Guide to Relaxation and Wellness

Last updated on October 31st, 2024 at 03:18 pmEuropean spa towns have a mineral rich tradition of wellness. The ancient Greeks bathed in thermal waters, using their healing properties to alleviate a variety of ailments from skin conditions to anxiety. Subsequent centuries have seen opulent thermal spas flourish across Europe. These destinations are idyllic for…

A Flower garden on the front lawn of the beautiful Szechenyi Baths in Budapest, Hungary.