The main city of northern New England, Portland is set on the Maine coast. The city is known for its 19th-century architecture set along its historic waterfront, its growing reputation as a gastronomic hub, food and drink festivals, and, of course, its diverse nightlife opportunities. Complete with an Arts District and other great centres of …
An export powerhouse for Australia, Port Hedland in Western Australia‘s Pilbara region is one of the largest and busiest harbours in the world. The main cargo is iron ore, which is mined in mindboggling quantities in the ranges outside the town. This is then transported to the harbour via trains so long they’ll take several …
Blending staggering coastal scenery, awesome natural wonders and an origin story that demands investigation, the Western Australian town of Broome has a lot going for it. Broome’s modern story begins with the pearling industry in the 1870s. The local abundance of pinctada maxima oysters created a pearl-diving boom, as well as Australia’s first genuinely multicultural …
The little city of Colac has a first-class location, beyond the northern foothills of the Otway Ranges and right on the edge of the Western Victoria Volcanic Plains. This puts a real variety of scenery close by, from huge saline and freshwater lakes to volcanic craters, biodiverse rainforest, lush fern-bedded gullies, picture perfect farmland and …
Maui is a beautiful place to visit. The second-largest island in the Hawaiian archipelago, it’s home to abundant nature and boasts 30 miles of shoreline. Staying here means being able to explore the sprawling Haleakala National Park, drive the Hana Highway for a fantastic road trip, or try out a spot of surfing. With all …
Hawaii is an incredible place. These far-flung Pacific islands are awash with wild volcanic activity, a haven for surfing, and famous for their white sand beaches. There’s unique cuisine, friendly people, and incredible hiking opportunities in the national parks. Needless to say, there’s a whole ton of things to occupy your time on a Hawaiian …
The picture perfect city of Armidale is posted high in the Northern Tablelands, where there’s a soft climate and four distinct seasons. Growing in the Armidale’s urban parks are deciduous trees that put on a dazzling display of reds and yellows in autumn. East of Armidale the landscape becomes rugged and wild, and Waterfall Way …
Born in the early 20th century near the head of the Spencer Gulf, Whyalla developed fast in the post-war years with an integrated steelworks and shipyard. The Broken Hill Proprietary Company (BHP), the world’s largest mining group, was here at the very start. They founded Whyalla’s first settlement in 1901, at the terminus for a …
Napa is a city of about 76,000 people. It’s situated in the Napa Valley and is the largest city in Napa County. When you hear the name Napa, you likely think of the vineyards and wineries the region is known for; however, Napa and its surrounding areas are known for so much more. Napa is …
A Minnesota port city on the north shores of Lake Superior, Duluth is the place to come for relaxing lakeside ambience and a touch of historical heritage. With landmarks such as the 1905 Aerial Lift Bridge and museums dedicated to its heyday of trade and industry, there’s more to this city than its beaches. Though …