Mention Hollywood and the first thing that springs to mind for most people is the glamour of the TV and film industry. Indeed, you don’t have to venture too far during your trip to notice these influences. Most of the top activities in this Los Angeles neighborhood revolve around TV, film and celebrity culture. But …
On the River Ribble, ten miles before it reaches the Irish Sea, Preston is a former market town granted city status in 2002. In the 14th century Flemish weavers settled in Preston, establishing a textile industry that would power the economy until the mid-20th century. Sir Richard Arkwright, the man who invented the revolutionary spinning …
A traditional market town in easy reach of London, Sevenoaks is the centre of the namesake district which makes up a big wedge of western Kent. Inside the Sevenoaks District’s borders there’s an implausible number of plush country houses, starting with the marvellous Knole on the southeast fringe of the town. Epoch-changing figures like Winston …
A prosperous commuter town, Woking is couched in London’s green belt, less than 25 minutes by train from Waterloo station. The town grew up in the Victorian period on the edge of what was then the largest cemetery in the world. In the 1880s the first mosque in Northern Europe was built in Woking, while …
Denver is the capital of the U.S. state of Colorado, and with its rapidly growing population, it is also one of the biggest cities. Denver is known for hosting sophistication coupled with adventures and cultural charm. It features a number of attractions for tourists as well as locals, such as breweries, dining and music scenes. …
Nashville is an interesting destination that is known as the heart of country music in the United States. The city also offers many culinary delights, nearby historical sites and, of course, the wide open arms of Southern hospitality. A great way to experience the many different faces of Nashville is to take a guided tour. …
On the Isle of Thanet, Ramsgate’s stone-built harbour goes back to the start of the 18th century and was the navy’s main point of departure during the Napoleonic Wars. In 1821 King George IV was so well-received by the people of Ramsgate that he designated it a Royal Harbour, the only one of its kind …
The Isle of Wight’s county town is also the cultural capital, with museums, a dynamic performing arts centre and some big-hitting sights. Carlsbrooke Castle was where Charles I languished for 14 months awaiting his execution, while a local resident struck upon a Roman villa here in 1926 while building a garage. Newport’s streets have pretty …
Home to the US space program, the sprawling Kennedy Space Center is an enthralling place to visit. Its wealth of interactive exhibits, spectacular space memorabilia, and real-life rockets make it a very popular tourist destination. Some of the many highlights on offer are the opportunity to touch moon rocks, meet an astronaut for lunch, and …
Famed for its beautiful landscapes, Scotland is a mesmerizing country to explore. Visitors will surely fall in love with its wild and desolate scenery that looks so spectacular. The sweeping valleys and craggy mountains are marvelous and are perfectly complemented by the regal castles and glimmering lochs that punctuate the countryside. In addition to the …