The city of Providence is also the capital of the state of Rhode Island and sits in the picturesque northern part of Narragansett Bay. The area is known for its historical roots, and to that end there are a huge number of culturally and historically important sites here, and if you are in the mood …
The quaint city of Rancho Cucamonga sits at the base of the magnificent San Gabriel Mountains in California. The area is close to the downtown district of Los Angeles, so with that in mind you can easily visit this city for a day trip, or spend a little longer if you prefer. Rancho Cucamonga was …
It is no disservice to the rest of Oxfordshire to say that the City of Oxford is the county’s crowning glory. The dignified home of one of the world’s oldest and most famous universities has to be visited at least once in a lifetime. But if you are eager to see more there’s a beautiful …
Without a city to speak of, the County of Suffolk is scattered with rural towns, and many of these are as divine as any you’ll see in England. In the south the idyllic countryside of water meadows and mills by the River Stour was immortalised by the 19th-century painter John Constable. Further west are the …
Santa Rosa in California is close to San Francisco which means that it is easy to visit if you want to get out of town and explore somewhere a little different. Many people won’t know that Santa Rosa is actually the home of the Peanuts cartoon as this was the hometown of Charles M. Schulz, …
In the East Midlands, Northamptonshire is a mostly rural county with just two large towns, Northampton and Corby. Everybody else lives in sleepy villages with thatched cottages and country pubs. Just like its neighbour Buckinghamshire, this county is littered with stately homes, more than you could hope to fit into one holiday. In fact, Northamptonshire …
In the West Country, Wiltshire is a county of chalk downs that meet the Cotswold Hills on the boundaries with Somerset and Gloucestershire. As one of the most fertile regions in England there’s abundant farmland in Wiltshire, interspersed with well-looked after towns, and villages prized for their cute thatched cottages. The county’s hilltops are crowned …
Aalst is a relatively small city tucked away on the banks of the River Dendre. It is often passed through as people travel between the neighbouring cities of Ghent and Brussels but it should not just be overlooked. The highlights within the city include some great museums and art galleries, stunning gothic architecture and, of …
During my visit to Port St. Lucie, located in the beautiful St. Lucie County, I had the pleasure of exploring the iconic scenery that makes this part of the United States so renowned. This charming destination offered an abundance of opportunities to immerse myself in the breathtaking Florida wetlands and mangroves, ensuring an unforgettable experience. …
The city of Santa Clarita is located approximately 35 miles away from Los Angeles, so with that in mind it is easy to make the trip out here if you are in the area. Many visitors to California overlook this city, which is a great shame as there is a huge amount to see and …