On the eastern shore of France’s largest freshwater lake, Aix-les-Bans is a chic Savoy resort that radiates old-world glamour. In the 19th century the lake, mountains and curative waters contributed to one of Europe’s most fashionable destinations. Kings, queens, dukes, maharajas and counts all descended on the resort, and opulent art nouveau palace hotels were …
Wyoming is one of the most visited and most beautiful of the 50 states. Home to Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park, this is the best of wild and natural America. It’s a mecca for nature lovers and outdoor adventurers, but it’s also a testament to the country’s history, recalling the days of …
As the second largest city on the Italian Island of Sicily, Catania is an important economic hub for the country and is actually the 7th largest metropolis by area. With a population of 315,000 and a greater metropolitan population of 767,000, Catania lies on the eastern coast of Sicily directly in-between Pachino in the South …
Many visitors to Torrance won’t realize that this part of the United States is actually only 15 minutes away from LAX Airport, and offers an amazing getaway for those who choose to make the trip here. Torrance is known by locals as being a hidden gem in this part of California, and it the perfect …
Rome stands as one of the finest and oldest cities in the world. The history of Rome spans over 2500 years and it has been a center of power, politics, culture and development since its inception. Creation of the city is steeped in legend and mythology and there are various different accounts of how this …
Located in the Apulia region of Southern Italy, Taranto is a huge commercial and military port and is one of the most important cities in this area of Italy. Currently the city has a population of 200,000 and has several major economic industries including commercial shipping and trade, steel works, iron foundries and shipyards for …
Padua (Padova) is a commune located in the Veneto region of North East Italy – Although often considered to be part of the greater metropolitan area of Venice and Treviso, Padua has a distinct history and has been an important city since the Middle Ages. Located on the Bacchiglione River, Padua lies approximately 25 miles …
Modena is a city that has an integral history with the manufacture of famous Italian sports cars such as Ferrari, Lamborghini, Pagani and Maserati. Furthermore, it is a city that is rich in culture and history and contains a plethora of fantastic buildings and museums. Located in the Emilia-Romagna region of Northern Italy, Modena lies …
Venice is a city of immense beauty and historical significance, but it is also unique and not like any other city in Italy. As the capital of the Veneto Region of Northern Italy, Venice actually lies on 117 small islands that are connected by a series of bridges and separated by a network of canals. …
Nestled on a U bend on the Adige River, Verona is one of the most important cities in the Veneto region of Italy and is famed for its historical centre and myriad of stunning buildings and architecture. Verona is the second largest city in the region behind Venice and has a population of 269,000. In …