This New England state is home to some of the largest ski areas in the East Coast, giving it its nickname ‘The White Mountain State’. In fact, there are so many ski resorts that it is a major tourist destination, with visitors coming to New Hampshire from all over the world. Still, it is a …
A city of culture in a constant state of flux, Bucharest has been shaped by earthquakes, war and the whims of a dictator. And now in the middle of a construction boom there’s a new wave of snazzy glass facades and high-rise towers that multiply by the year. But you can still find big patches …
In Central Ukraine’s Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, Kryvyi Rih is a working city that doesn’t receive many tourists. The main employers are the iron mining and metallurgy industries due to the rich deposits of iron deep underground. Beginning in the 1800s this gave rise to a column of headframes and blast furnaces than 130 kilometres long. You …
The industrial city of Zaporizhia in southeastern Ukraine is rather young, having only sprouted in the 1920s and 1930s. The catalyst for this development was the Dnieper Hydroelectric Dam, which made this section of the river navigable for the first time, and powered the city’s new heavy industry. Neighbourhoods were built quickly, in the Soviet …
Founded by Catherine the Great towards the end of the 18th century, Dnipro (formerly Dnipropetrovsk) is a city that grew on the back of a burgeoning manufacturing industry. Foundries, vehicle factories, weapons manufacturers and later an aerospace industry have been the backbone of Dnipro’s economy. And the plush mansions for the 19th-century industrialists and the …
Bermuda is a British territory in the western North Atlantic Ocean which is made up of seven distinctive islands and approximately 170 additional isles. Best known for its pink sandy beaches, crystal-clear waters and coral reefs lying close to the shoreline, there is a lot of history to discover in Bermuda – it was involved …
Cape Cod is one of the most popular summer destinations in Massachusetts. It’s a destination awash with historical family holiday homes, dozens of seafood shacks and some breathtaking views. A hooked-shaped peninsula is a great place for adventure. From food and wine to hiking and sailing, Cape Cod is an exciting and vibrant destination. Being …
The US State of Maine, located on the eastern seaboard towards Canada, experiences quite harsh winters. However, this means that both locals and visitors cherish its beaches even more during the warm summer months. Despite facing competition from warmer regions within the United States, Maine boasts a thriving tourist industry. Its allure lies in the …
The capital city of Austria, Vienna is a phenomenal destination for travelers who have a love of fine art. Once home to some of the most influential artists, composers, and authors of the past three centuries, Vienna is a cultural overload. There is a strong coffee house culture in Vienna and it is possible to …
The Villages in central Florida is the fastest growing community in the United States. Every year the population expands exponentially. Why? Because The Villages is situated in one of the best locations in Florida – within easy reach of Orlando, Tampa, Gainesville, Jacksonville, and not so far from the southeastern cities of Fort Myers and …