The Boston Harbor Hotel is located at Rowes Wharf, one of the oldest in the United States. Situated where a battery from the 1600s once stood, this arched structure is at once part of history and part of the regeneration of the Wharf. All around are fine dining restaurants and unique shops, ensuring that your…
Locals and travellers alike agree that one of San Francisco’s main appeals is its size: about 127 square kilometres. This, along with the excellent transport network, makes getting around all of the city’s attractions quite easy. This is a huge plus, considering just how many attractions San Francisco has to offer! One could quite feasibly…
When visiting California you should consider walking in LA. There are some great areas for walking with some stunning views. Some walks are quite easy but some demand a moderate degree of fitness. Here are five walks in Los Angeles to start with: The Heart-of-Hollywood Hike brings the walker on a loop around the Runyon…
Lisbon is a beautiful and diverse city. There ar many things to do in Lisbon including sightseeing, eating out at one of its many restaurants or visiting some of its historic sites and buildings. Dating from the Middle Ages, the district of Alfama is the ‘Old Town’ of Lisbon. Like most historic quarters, it has…
The International Museum of the Reformation is situated on the ground floor of the very impressive Maison Mallet. This is located beside Saint-Pierre Cathedral, on Rue du Cloître. Through various artefacts such as writings, primitive prints and artworks, this museum teaches the visitor about the cultural and religious reasons for the Reformation, and how Geneva…
Funchal, capital of Madeira, began life as a pirate town, cultivating fennel. Nowadays, it is a vibrant city, with a host of upmarket hotels and restaurants. It is very popular all year round with tourists, as it is sunny whatever the season. Here, one will find sun, sea, sand, history, culture and easy access to…
If you are visiting Portugal Albufeira, capital of the Algarve is one place you should consider visiting. As well as being a beautiful sunny holiday resort with sandy beaches, it is a city with a rich heritage and history. Albufeira’s location on the coast means that it is relatively easily accessible by a number of…
If you visit Granada in Spain the first place on your list of places to visit is likely to be The Alhambra. This Moorish fortress is one of the most visited places in Spain and well worth visiting but don’t forget some of the other fascinating places awaiting you in Granada. The Park of Sciences…
Looking down on the Neva River’s south bank and Palace Square, the Winter Palace is undoubtedly one of the most well known of the St. Petersburg Palaces. Over the centuries, this imposing building has played a very significant part in the cultural and political life of the city. Some sections of this early 18th century…
Las Palmas is the capital city of Gran Canaria. It is found to the north east of the island; this is a particularly beautiful area, set amongst two scenic coves. In between these coves are the Playa de Las Alcaravaneras and Playa de Las Canteras beaches; two perfect spots for soaking up the rays and…
The Canary Islands Music Festival is hosted around Tenerife and Gran Canaria each January and February. 2013 will be the 29th year of the festival. Ever since it began in 1985, it has been counted amongst Europe’s most impressive festivals of classical music. Although each year there is something different, audiences are guaranteed that the…