Drogheda, by the Boyne Estuary in East Ireland, is a town with captivating history in its backyard. The Brú na Bóinne World Heritage Site is a complex of three massive passage tombs dating back as far as 5,200 years and loaded with enigmatic stone carvings. The tombs at Newgrange and Knowth can be visited on …
As one of the oldest cities in the United States of America, Boston has a whole host of history and culture to explore. Being set in Massachusetts means that Boston is only a stone’s throw away from some of the East Coast’s most impressive scenery and historically significant settlements. Once you have had your fill …
Salt Lake City, the capital of Utah, lies on the glistening shore of the Great Salt Lake and is encompassed by jagged, snow capped peaks. Despite its major city status Salt Lake City retains a small town feel. Community orientated and family friendly, Salt Lake City is a relaxed and welcoming city to explore. Temple …
When the Dublin and Kingstown Railway arrived in Bray in 1854 this coastal town just 20 kilometres from Ireland’s capital became a seaside resort for Dubliners. Early on, Bray was planned as “Ireland’s Brighton” and the Victorian promenade and genteel front row of houses are holdovers from those early years of tourism. Intruding on this …
Contrary to popular belief the city of Sacramento is in fact the capital of California. Home to half a million people Sacramento lies at the confluence of the American River and the Sacramento River. Having played a pivotal role in the Gold Rush Sacramento is now somewhat overshadowed by Los Angeles and San Francisco. Nevertheless …
Dublin is a city rich in history and culture. Home to the famous Temple Bar and Molly Malone statue it’s easy to fall madly in love with the rustic charm of Ireland’s capital. With a whole host of famous landmarks and cultural sights to explore, a visit to Dublin surely keeps you on your toes. …
Nashville is Tennessee’s capital and most populous city and is particularly well-known for its abundant historic and country music attractions. Many visitors to the city of nearly 700,000 have no problem finding fun and educational ways to occupy their time within city limits, but for those who’d rather get out into the country and explore …
Cancun has become a Mecca for young party animals in search of a cheap holiday and an epic adventure. Consisting of two distinct areas El Centro, and Zona Hotelera, the city is awash with vast hotel resorts and tourist orientated bars wherever you turn. In Zona Hotelera you will find the party people, the beachfront …
Kansas City, spanning the border between Missouri and Kansas, is home to a hotchpotch of cultural activity owing to its deep-rooted jazz tradition, as well as having some fantastic barbecue-based cuisine and many excellent craft breweries. The city sits at the confluence of the Missouri and Kansas rivers, and was established as a city in …
Famously the home of the Magic Kingdom, Orlando is full to the brim with excited families year-round. There’s more to it than just Disney, though: Orlando is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, gorgeous Florida beaches, and intriguing historical sights, too. Orlando itself isn’t bad to look at, either – it’s not nicknamed ‘the City Beautiful’ …