At Riverside Museum, visitors are encouraged to interact with a number of the exhibits. In this way, they can get a proper sense of what it felt like to be a passenger on public transport in the olden days. The biggest attraction is the South African locomotive. At this most innovative of Glasgow Museums, they…
In 2011, the Bond Place Hotel was totally overhauled to give it a modern, stylish look. Whether you are staying here for work or pleasure, you are guaranteed to be given the ultimate in friendly service. Smoking is not allowed in any of the bedrooms, which are equipped with spa bathrooms and flat screen televisions….
Croatian continental dishes generally have early proto-Slavic origins. In more recent times, as Croatia has developed closer ties with countries which have very specific style of cooking, such as Hungary, Austria and Turkey, dishes using freshwater fish, various cuts of meat, and vegetables have become more popular. These ingredients now feature in the majority of…
Alter Wirt, beside Munich’s Isar River, offers traditional Bavarian dishes, like oven roast pork in dark beer sauce and marinated free range steaks. However, it also serves dishes from around the world, like enchiladas, fajitas and an assortment of homemade burgers. The menu at this munich restaurant changes regularly, with themed days like ‘American BBQ’…
Jingdong Grand Canyon (also known as Wulongtan Grand Canyon), located about 53 miles from downtown Beijing, spans about 607 hectares. Surrounding it is the Jingtai Mountain Scenic Area, a great place for walkers, hikers and rock climbers due to its mix of landscapes which vary hugely between mountains, valleys, hills, streams, rivers, caves and waterfalls….
The now disused Ancoats Mills Complex was once at the heart and soul of Manchester’s industrial community – a time now long gone. The imposing mills produced products like cotton, glass and chemicals and were affectionately termed “the workshop of the world”. What is now Anita Street was previously known as Sanitary Street, due to…
One of Québec’s many claims to fame is the size and quality of its national parks. Through exploring these protected treasures, one can fully appreciate just how rich in biodiversity this province is. Each national park is special for its own reason; whether it be as the last remaining stronghold of an animal or plant,…
The Montreal Biodome, in the Hochelaga-Maisonneuve district of the city, is home to 4800 creatures representing 230 species. There are also 750 species of plants. Here, the visitor is guided on a tour of four completely different ecosystems; start your journey in the Tropical Rainforest, continue on to the Laurentian Maple Forest, before entering the…
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…