Overland Park in the state of Kansas is said to date back to 1905 when it was founded by William B. Strang Jr. The reason for the name comes from the fact that this part of the United States is blessed by nature, and much of the area is made up of trails and parklands, …
A lot of the Midwestern states are overlooked when one is planning a trip to the U.S., and most people don’t consider spending time in a place like Ohio. However, they’d be missing out because Ohio has a lot to offer travelers from all walks of life. From bustling metropolitan areas like Cincinnati and Cleveland, …
Canada is an extremely diverse country that stretches from the Pacific to the Atlantic Ocean. It is the second largest country in the world, featuring a plethora of different terrain. Canada’s ten provinces and three territories are all completely different, with each having something to offer. Lakes, mountains, valleys, waterfalls and countryside are just a …
Erstwhile Burma – now Myanmar – has slowly but surely been coming into the tourist fold in the last couple of decades. As the iron-fist of its military junta slackens and fair elections sweep across the nation, there’s a newfound love for the backpacker and adventure traveler. The country -sandwiched between India and the mainstays …
Zimbabwe is a curious beast. Ravaged by wars and civil strife, it had a particularly tumultuous exit from the age of European colonialism in Africa. And while there are still lingering human rights complaints and authoritarian tendencies in the government here, the general consensus is that those dangers are slowly but surely subsiding. That means …
The capital city of Nova Scotia, Halifax has a rich maritime history, beautiful architecture and a magnificent coastline. It is home to one of the greatest natural harbours in the world, which today is still a busy seaport and a massive economic hub for all of Eastern Canada. Halifax is a fantastic tourist destination, what …
The Ardennes is the name given to a region of Belgium in the south that extends into Luxembourg, France and Germany. This southern region is totally different from the busy, industrial north. The things available to do in this region are as varied as you might imagine and include some great museums, plenty of beer …
Despite high poverty levels and an overreliance on copper prices to keep cash flowing through the governmental coffers, Zambia has weathered the upheavals of post-colonial Africa better than most all of its near neighbors. This is not a country of coups and counter coups, but rather of democracy and capital investment. It’s a place where …
Grand Rapids is the second largest city in the state of Michigan and lies next to the majestic Grand River that rages past in this beautiful part of the United States. The city is a haven for many things, but is especially worth a visit for anyone who is interested in art, as Grand Rapids …
Fayetteville in North Carolina is a place of rich history coupled with southern hospitality. Located close to Fort Bragg, Fayetteville is understandably proud of its military background, and you will find museums and monuments here dedicated to telling the story of the service of many of the men and women in the area. As well …