Located along the Atlantic coast in southern Florida’s Miami-Dade County, I found myself in Homestead, an oasis of small-town charm. It amazed me that this tranquil place was just 30 minutes south of Miami, the bustling hub of Florida, housing over six million people. As I explored Homestead, I realized that it offered visitors like …
A huge landlocked state in the northwestern area of the USA, Montana is the county’s fourth-biggest state. Known for its dramatic mountains, exciting wildlife, and abundant ways to get back to nature, Montana appears near the bottom of lists that detail the most densely populated states and the most populous states. That means there’s a …
A seaside resort amid brooding coastal scenery, Perranporth is home to one of the best beaches, not just in Cornwall but the entire country. Perranporth Beach is swarmed by surfers, but there’s ample room for everyone on these golden sands that seem limitless when the tide goes out. The South West Coast Path beckons you …
Just five miles from the Welsh border, Oswestry is an amiable market town in beautiful countryside. In Medieval times the Welsh Marches were fortified with hundreds of castles in what was then a bloody region prone to raids and rebellion. From that period, Chirk Castle and Whittington Castle are within striking distance of Oswestry, while …
Located in southwest Florida’s Lee County, Fort Myers has always been a place close to my heart. As a person who keeps coming back to this vibrant city, I can proudly say that it is one of the largest tourist destinations and economic centers in our region. When the last census was conducted, I remember …
Located in the western part of South Florida’s Broward County, the community of Weston was developed in the mid-’90s and borders the Everglades on its western edge. With a median family income that’s more than three times the national average, Weston has a reputation for exclusivity, but it’s surprisingly affordable by Florida standards. It’s also …
Neighbored by Wisconsin, Illinois, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Minnesota, Iowa is a state in the Midwestern United States which is bordered by the Mississippi River on the east and the Missouri River on the west. The state flag’s distinctive resemblance to the flag of France is due to the French influence in the city …
The USA’s second-smallest state, teeny Delaware is just 96 miles long and 35 miles wide at its widest point. Crossing the state at its narrowest point is super easy—it measures just nine miles. The state has just three counties, the smallest number in the country. The population may not be huge but, thanks to the …
At the northern boundary of Dartmoor, Okehampton is an agreeable town built from the local granite and defended by a once mighty castle. The ruins of Okehampton Castle may be 500 years old, but still hold the allure that attracted painters like J. M. W. Turner in the early 19th century. The arrival of the …
The county town for Rutland, England’s smallest county, is appropriately dinky, but has plenty for visitors to get stuck into. Take for instance the great hall of Oakham Castle, which looks a lot like it did when it was built in the 12th century. The parish church next door is a Medieval wonder, with rare …