At the centre of the Aleutian Islands, Unalaska has a long and interesting history. From the original inhabitants of nine thousand years ago. To the Russian fur traders who made this place their headquarters, the role in World War Two, to present day. There are plenty of places to explore on the island and many …
Though not all that far away from Phoenix and its millions of people, Queen Creek is pleasantly unique in many ways, and you’ll probably notice the difference immediately. With Arizona roots that run deep, Queen Creek is the kind of town that hasn’t traded in its old-time charm and identity, like so many other places …
Palermo is the capital of the Italian island and autonomous region of Sicily; an island which is not only the largest in the Mediterranean but which has played one of the most important roles in both the region’s history and current affairs. Palermo can trace its origins back almost 3000 years, to the times of …
Despite its small size and charming exposition, Harrisburg is one of the most historic and important cities in Pennsylvania. The seemingly unassuming city has a small population, but under the surface, Harrisburg has a lot waiting to be discovered – and not just within its boundaries, but in the wider region of Dutch Pennsylvania that …
Fresno is located in California and the city’s location places it virtually in the middle of the state. Although the coast is a few hour’s drive away, it’s still easy to day trip out to some of the most spectacular shorelines in the United States. At the same time, the inland natural wonders of places …
Nestled on Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula, Homer is focussed around the central point of the Homer Spit. A long strip of land where you will find shops, art galleries, bars and restaurants and beaches. There are plenty of things to see and do and a wealth of history and natural spaces to explore. The town is …
The New England State of Rhode Island was established by Royal Charter in 1663. In contrast with much of the eastern seaboard of the USA, Rhode Island – the smallest US State – still has farmland and a coastline that has not been over-developed. It is the coastline and the beaches that mark out Rhode …
The fifth largest state in the USA, New Mexico is an extremely diverse state, both in terms of culture and geography. Its landscape ranges from dry desert to snowy mountain peaks and everything in between, making it quite a stunning destination. New Mexico is home to the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, the Aztec Ruins National …
During your trip to West Virginia, you may need some solitude or downtime in nature; what better way to find this than to visit a waterfall. Whether it is the simple act of a gentle (or vigorous, if you choose) walk in nature or the sight of the water cascading over the rocks, your time …
Idaho is a state you do not want to miss on your United States road trip or vacation. The ecological treasures are like no other place in this world (at least, according to the people of Idaho). This state is filled with so many beautiful, diverse landscapes. At times, you might feel you are in …