If you are visiting other spots on the island of Hokkaido such as Sapporo then you may as well also swing by some of the smaller towns in the area. One of these that is not to be missed is Otaru which is not well known outside of Japan but which is famous on the …
When people picture domestic seaside holidays in the UK, the Victorian resort of Blackpool is still the first destination that comes to mind. Never mind that the weather can be erratic and the Irish Sea a bit nippy, Blackpool pulls in millions of holidaymakers a year, seeking light entertainment, old-time amusements and the timeless fun …
If you are visiting the island of Hokkaido then you should definitely think about taking a trip to Abashiri which is a city that is located in one of the most northerly parts of Japan. This means that Abashiri has a different feel and culture compared to many other spots in Hokkaido and it is …
Asahikawa is famous across Japan as it is known for being the coldest city in the country and sits on the scenic but less visited island of Hokkaido. If you plan to visit in the winter months, make sure that you wrap up warm as the record is a low of -41°C which happened in …
The county of Hampshire’s largest city, Southampton is a historic port where many of the world’s largest cruise liners continue to dock. One such ship, the Titanic departed from Southampton on its ill-fated maiden voyage. The city also has an aviation background as the place where the Spitfire fighter plane was assembled in the 1930s. …
Until the steam age the university city of Exeter was a thriving port for the wool trade, bolstered by one of the UK’s oldest ship canals. Exeter escaped heavy industry in the 19th century because it was set too far from fuel sources, and this has helped it keep some of its Tudor character. This …
The Western area of Japan known as Kansai is home to the aesthetically stunning city of Osaka, brimming with culture and peppered with unmissable sites and experiences. From ancient feudal castles surrounded by cherry blossoms to gorgeous temples, Japan’s second largest city has an incredible amount to offer the intrepid traveller. The Kansai region, however, …
The most north-western state in the USA and most western point in all of North America, Alaska is filled with natural beauty. So much so that it is an outdoor lover’s dream, what with its wildlife, snowy peaks, 66,000 miles of coastline, fjords and waterfalls. Alaska is extremely diverse, with various terrain at various elevations. …
Rochester is New York State’s third largest city, perched attractively on the boundary of the gorgeous Lake Ontario. It was America’s first boom town, giving it a true sense of history, but in the modern day it storms forward into the future with the notable research programs embarked upon by its universities. For visitors though, …
Though it is widely considered to be a playground for the wealthy with its high-end shopping malls, astoundingly luxurious hotels and Michelin star restaurants, Singapore also has a wealth of historical and cultural significance, with vibrant ethnic districts and gorgeous green spaces. While you should by all means indulge in the high-end temptations of the …