Brussels Belgium is the location of the European Parliament and thousands of staff who work for the EU live there and many others commute from all over Europe. A wide variety of nationalities and cultures makes Brussels a very diverse and interesting city with a very lively night life and many different ethnic restaurants. The…
Belgium Facts Population: 11.2mLanguage: Dutch (Flemish), French, GermanCapital: BrusselsWeather: Temperate maritime climate affected by the North Sea and Atlantic Ocean.Cool summers and moderate winters. Currency: EuroVisa Requirements: Visas are not required by other EU residents but a residence permit is needed if staying over 3 months.Special Visa requirements apply to Non EU nationals. For a…
These are some of the best hotels in Barcelona. Each one has its own specialities but all have one thing in common – they all out the comfort of their guests first and provide a first class service. Click on each hotel to see more detail of their accommodation and services The Gran Hotel La…
London has so many tourist attractions that it is difficult to select five that will define the city. These may not be the top 5 London tourist attractions in terms of visitor numbers but they are nevertheless, very popular and among the most visited. They might be considered ‘Must See Sights in London’. The Tower…
Paris has hundreds of great hotels ranging from basic to luxurious. But how do you find one that is a little different, that stands out from the crowd?Here are five unique hotels in Paris that offer an individual style and personality.Just because they are unique hotels in Paris does’nt mean that they are necessarily expensive….
Shanghai, once a fishing and textiles town, is now one of the fastest developing cities in the world and one of the world’s leading trade centres. The population is estimated at over 23 million. It is a very popular tourist destination due to its huge shopping districts alongside historical landmarks including the City of God…
The Brandenburg Gate Beside the very attractive Pariser Platz square is the structure which has become a symbol of Berlin – the Brandenburg Gate – probably the best-known of the Berlin landmarks. It took 3 years to build and was finally revealed in 1791. Originally it was amongst numerous gates enclosing what was, back then,…
Beijing is becoming one of the fastest growing visitor destinations in the world. Visitors from China’s vast population and from worldwide flock there daily to sample some of its great attractions. A vast wealth of old architecture, art and culture have survived numerous upheavels and revolutions and are on display to the public. The Forbidden…
China is one of the fastest growing economies in the world. This huge country has thousands of visitor attractions, the most famous probably being The Great Wall. The capital, Beijing has become a modern city full of great hotels and 21st century architecture while preserving much of the culture including many temples and fortresses. The…
There is so much going on in New York City that deciding what to do becomes a problem. Here to help is a selection of unusual things to do in New York. New York has the distinction of being the city with more pieces of art than anywhere else. On the face of it, this…
Poznań is Poland’s fifth largest city an important centre of trade, industry, education and international trade fairs. Poznań has many historical and cultural sights, especially in the ‘Old Town’. The Stary Browar shopping center contains many high-end shops and is among the best in Europe. Poznań is one of the venues for the Finals of…
Munich Germany is to be found north of the Alps, on the banks of the River Isar. It is the capital of Bavaria, a province in Germany, and has nearly 1.5 million residents, making it the third largest city in Germany. It is a highly popular destination for tourists, and has recently received the accolade…