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Other Urban Landmark in Beijing, China

One day while dining at a café in Haidian district, we chatted up the friendly waiter who told us that he was really happy to ...
Train Station in Vladivostok, Russia

For me the highlight of the Trans Siberian was the Dining Carriage. This may sound strange, but it was like a capsule ...
Tower in Paris, France

I've heard a lot of complaints about huge lines for going up the Tower, and I know that it's true: I live right by the tower, ...
Beach in Boracay, Philippines

I had a one-week vacation in Boracay but it seemed like the time frame was so short. Truly, time flies when you are having ...
Museum, Gallery, Exhibition in Paris, France

You can’t miss the iconic glass pyramids above the Louvre and the beautiful old buildings surrounding it make a real ...
Park in New York, United States

Not far from Belvedere Castle, and near the center of Central Park, is the pleasant Shakespeare Garden. It's designated as a ...
National Park, Nature Reserve in Stromness, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands

If you never understood why penguins normally get themselves aligned along icebergs, sort of waiting to see who will be the ...
Beach in Subic, Philippines

Subic is not for the weak heart. The varied activities you may want to try are all breathtaking in the real sense of the word. ...
Airport in Paris, France

So that’s how you master rail access to Charles De Gaulle airport. Remember to check your terminal number when leaving: ...
Shopping in London, United Kingdom

When I visit a new city, one of the things I look for is a neighborhood that's conducive to just walking around. In London, ...
Church, Cathedral, Chapel in Paris, France

It is here, in the heart of Paris that Maurice de Sully, bishop of Paris in the 12th century, began the construction of the ...
Zoo, Aquarium in Bangkok, Thailand

I had no prior knowledge of this particular place but it looked to be quite close. Indeed the sign stated that it was around 1 ...
Shopping in London, United Kingdom

If you’ve never been to London you can’t miss the market in Camden, Camden Lock Market. Apart from a lot of second-hand ...
Castle, Fortification, Palace in Granada, Spain

The inside of the Alhambra is magnificent and its beauty is almost beyond description. It looks like a palace out of a fairy ...
National Park, Nature Reserve in Mount Cook, New Zealand

Mount Cook has been the crown jewel in the New Zealand mountain chest since people first realised it was the biggest mountain ...
Entertainment, Festival, Amusement Park in Kampong Kopit, Singapore

Sentosa Island can be a wonderful choice if you want to experience fun and entertainment! A place with a variety of tourist ...
Museum, Gallery, Exhibition in Amsterdam, Netherlands

Somehow… the Diary of Anne Frank has eluded my reading selections. I did, however, know the story quite well, and I was ...
Castle, Fortification, Palace in Moscow, Russia

On another day we again attempted to purchase a ticket to the Armoury and were successful on this occasion. We spent a rainy ...
Park in Hull, Canada

When we still lived around Gatineau Park, sometimes my husband and I would go for camping. There are quite a few of camping ...
Other Urban Landmark in Paris, France

After travelling all this time in the narrow confines of a canal, the river Seine seemed huge. Upon entering, we could see ...
Sculpture, Monument, Statue, Memorial Place in Dachau, Germany

At about 1 hour from Munich you will find the village of Dachau. Surely you know this infamous place due to the first ...
Castle, Fortification, Palace in Prague, Czech Republic

The amazing Prague Castle was founded on 9th Century and rebuilt on baroque and neoclassic style around 1700-1800. The castle ...
Castle, Fortification, Palace in Vienna, Austria

Schoenbrunn Palace is a feature of Vienna. The rooms are ornate and beatiful; there's lots of red and gold. The furnishings ...
Entertainment, Festival, Amusement Park in Glastonbury, United Kingdom

The Glastonbury Festival’s offers a huge and diverse range of places to buy food and shop. Individual reviews would be ...
Mountain in Ranau, Malaysia

You should never miss the Butterfly Farm at the Poring Hot Springs as you get to see some rare butterflies here. You can also ...
Marine Park in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Just 20 minutes boat trip from KK there was a group of five islands that belonged to the Tunku Abul Rahaman Marine park. ...
Prehistoric, Classical Antiquity Site in Rome, Italy

I’m a tour guide. I talk to people nearly daily that say “oh, we’re going to try to do Rome in 3 days”, and just as ...
Entertainment, Festival, Amusement Park in London, United Kingdom

London Eye is located on the Thames, it is about 5 minutes walk from Waterloo station.
When I visited the London Eye, I ...
Prehistoric, Classical Antiquity Site in Lark Hill, United Kingdom

You cannot visit the United Kingdom without stopping by Stonehenge! I recommend studying up on Stonehenge before you visit and ...
Museum, Gallery, Exhibition in Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia

The museum is open Saturdays to Thursdays, 9:00am - 5:00pm and Fridays, 9am - 12pm and 3pm - 5pm. The museum is closed during ...
Beach in San Juan, Philippines

If you are a beach lover, you will surely come back to La Luz because of its crystal clear waters. But what if you are not ...
Prehistoric, Classical Antiquity Site in Morrisburg, Canada

What was really apparent while visiting Upper Canada Village was that back then people would share what little they had. This ...
Museum, Gallery, Exhibition in Szentendre, Hungary

On the way to Gingerbread house area, you will be passing 4 traditional ovens of the old-days Hungarians at Skanzen Museum; ...
National Park, Nature Reserve in Yellowstone (Lake), United States

There are a number of places in Yellowstone National Park where you can see mud pots. They aren’t as spectacular as the ...
Entertainment, Festival, Amusement Park in Orlando, United States

Of course Space Mountain and Splash Mountain will be your favorites if you’re looking for more of a thrill and are a fan of ...
Castle, Fortification, Palace in Bangkok, Thailand

The Grand Palace or Wat Phra Keow is one of the most memorable places in Bangkok that can't be missed by any visitor.
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Church, Cathedral, Chapel in Barcelona, Spain

On trips through Europe, it's easy to have old Gothic cathedrals muddle in your memory and become one big blur of stained ...
National Park, Nature Reserve in Derwent Bridge, Australia

The weather on our last day is horrible. It is pouring down heavily and it is cold. Together with a French girl we are the ...
National Park, Nature Reserve in Cardwell, Australia

Soon after this we reach Ramsay Bay, the end of the trip and the destination for day-trippers. The pick-up point is across a ...
Entertainment, Festival, Amusement Park in Amsterdam, Netherlands

People tend to make a big deal out of the danger of the red light district, but one of the three times I went to Amsterdam I ...
Castle, Fortification, Palace in Heidelberg, Germany

If you are taking a trip to Heidelberg, Germany then you will be absolutely amazed at the castle that is there. One of the ...
Museum, Gallery, Exhibition in London, United Kingdom

The Tate Modern is one of my favorite museums in London, and that is saying something. There is a rotating exhibit in the ...
Castle, Fortification, Palace in Füssen, Germany

Actually, I am a tour guide that takes people to Neuschwanstein at least once every week, so I’m a little biased, but even ...
Bridge in London, United Kingdom

The bridge famously known as the London Bridge is in fact called Tower Bridge. A rich American purchased the London Bridge ...
Church, Cathedral, Chapel in Paris, France

The walk up the the Sacre Couer is probably harder than the walk up the Eiffel Tower, but definitely well worth it. It’s an ...
Natural Monument and Landmark in Yulara, Australia

To wlk up, or not to walk up? That is the question...

There are signs everywhere asking tourist not to walk up ...
Museum, Gallery, Exhibition in London, United Kingdom

I love the London museums, not only because they are beautiful and have incredible works of art and history, but that almost ...
Museum, Gallery, Exhibition in Saint Petersburg, Russia

Despite their ease, online ticket prices are inflated compared to what you can get with a little patience (and some warm ...
Church, Cathedral, Chapel in London, United Kingdom

One of the first sights I would recommend to first time visitors in London is St Paul’s Cathedral. I saw this impressing ...
Park in London, United Kingdom

On my countless visits to London, I've always idolized St James Park.
St James's Park is probably the most remarkable ...
Square in Marrakech, Morocco

The city of Marrakech is centered around the great square Jemaa el Fna, one of the most interesting squares in the world and ...
Park in Barcelona, Spain

We had been advised to see the Sagrada Familia as a priority in Barcelona and to take in other Gaudi stuff afterwards but we ...
Museum, Gallery, Exhibition in Rome, Italy

I really loved visiting the Vatican. It is true that we had to wait for one hour in the queue but the Vatican is absolutely ...
Museum, Gallery, Exhibition in Amsterdam, Netherlands

There are almost as many museums as there are tulips in Amsterdam. However, depending upon your tastes and time, you may not ...
National Park, Nature Reserve in Hervey Bay, Australia

Everybody who goes to Fraser Island knows about the danger of dingos. You can’t escape the signs that warn you to always ...
Square in London, United Kingdom

Piccadilly Circus is one of those places where you really seem to be in the middle of it all. People like me who enjoy the ...
Bridge in San Francisco, United States

Enjoy the park to the north where you can park your car and get out. You have a great view of San Francisco. Take the time ...
Square in London, United Kingdom

Tragalgar Square is such a beautiful place. Now that the pigeons are gone it is lovely to walk around the fountains, specially ...
Square in New York, United States

Times Square in New York City is definitely visually stunning. Huge billboards and flashing lights, it was in fact awe ...
Building in London, United Kingdom

As I approached the Big Ben for the very fist time I was taking aback by the size of it. It was incredibly beautiful and much ...
Quarter in London, United Kingdom

You have many options to do on Saturdays in London. However, no matter how you will spend your day in the city, I would ...
Shopping in Pasay, Philippines

I was told that Filipinos love malls. But I never really believed it until I saw the SM Mall of Asia. Simply put, this mall is ...
Beach in Taytay, Philippines

Although the resort do offer a range of pools, we were quite disappointed since most of them were closed. The beachwaves was ...
Park in Boston, United States

The Boston Common is an enormous and lovely park in Boston. You really shouldn’t miss it if you’re ever there. Apart from ...
Entertainment, Festival, Amusement Park in Llanberis, United Kingdom

Occasionally I found myself running behind an old man, or a really fat woman’s bottom, and I couldn’t help but run past ...
Shopping in Barcelona, Spain

This pedestrian walk runs from the Plaza Catalunya to the Christopher Columbus monument at Port Vell. There are a number of ...
Mountain in Majayjay, Philippines

One important thing to bring when camping in Taytay Falls is food. This place is not a resort or something, just to remind ...
Other Urban Landmark in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

At the opposite end of the spectrum from the beach scene of the Zona Sul is the arty neighbourhood of Santa Teresa, where ...
Quarter in Paris, France

The Montmatre area (18e) is one of my favourite in Paris. But that is probably because I like walking around aimlessly and ...
National Park, Nature Reserve in Darwin, Australia

One of the highlights of Kakadu National Park is definitely Twin Falls. A winding river leads through the gorge up to the pool ...


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