The city of Rochester in New York has a long and illustrious history, although many visitors here will not be aware of the fact that this part of the United States was actually the biggest manufacturer of flour in the country. The city grew as a result of this industry, but nowadays it is better …
Irving sits neatly between the cities of Dallas and Fort Worth and is an easy place to access and visit if you are looking to get away from it all and spend some time in a gorgeous setting deep in the heart of Texas. Due to the fact that Irving is so close to other …
Located in the center of Coastal Virginia, the city of Chesapeake is known in the state as a place of great historical and cultural significance, as well as being the home to a whole host of natural beauty spots. There are over 22 miles of waterways in Chesapeake that include canals, rivers, and lakes, and …
Located close to the city of Dallas, Garland in Texas is known for being a vibrant and diverse place to come, with many all-American Texan features to enjoy, as well as some gorgeous outdoor scenery and some fun indoor attractions. Many visitors won’t know that Garland is actually a manufacturing hub in the United States, …
When people think of gambling and casinos in the United States, they usually think of Las Vegas. As such Reno is often overlooked, which is great shame for anyone travelling here and missing out on the best that this city has to offer. Along with the bright lights of the casinos here, there are a …
Many visitors to Winston-Salem don’t realize that this part of the United States dates back to the 1700s when Moravians, Protestants who spoke German, founded the city. Winston-Salem is also famous for Salem College which the Moravians also founded in 1772, and is actually the oldest college for women in the whole of the country. …
If you’re a horse enthusiast in need of holiday ideas the town of Saumur in the Loire Valley would be a great shout. France’s cavalry has been based in Saumur since the 1700s, and you can come to see how things are done at the eminent riding school, the Cadre Noir. Horses were retired from …
The haunt of pirates for hundreds of years, the “Cité Corsaire” has always done things its own way: In the 1590s it even declared itself an independent republic. Saint-Malo is still defended by its historic ramparts, while the tidal islands next to the city continue to be fortified by 17th century bastions. Step through the …
Auvergne’s capital is dominated by volcanic peaks to the north, west and south, in a setting that will give you goosebumps. If you come by car the first landmark you’ll spot below is the cathedral, made with jet black igneous rock and like no other church in the country. Clermont-Ferrand is crammed with engaging history, …
Martinique’s capital is an enticing clash of the French and Caribbean. On the fun and amiable streets of this port city are landmarks like the wonderful Bibliothèque Schœlcher, an art nouveau masterpiece built in Paris and shipped in pieces to Martinique. Be tempted by the Creole markets with tropical flavours and fragrances, and find out …