In the dry and distant Queensland outback, the city of Mount Isa was founded in the 1920s when a lone prospector came across one of the world’s largest metal deposits. Within a few years, Mount Isa would be a fully fledged town hooked up to the coast by railway. Mount Isa Mines has brought record-breaking …
Known for its long, golden beaches (the clue is in the name), Miami Beach, Florida, is the place to come for sun, sea, and sand on a bustling city backdrop. This destination is also famous for its storied 20th-century architecture, with its very own Art Deco Historic District an Instagram-worthy delight to any traveller with …
Renowned for its welcoming nature, lovely laidback vibe, and thriving cultural scene, Minneapolis is certainly a fantastic place to visit. Making up one half of the Twins Cities region, the ‘City of Lakes’ lies on the banks of the Mississippi River, surrounded by beautiful bodies of water. These lend themselves perfectly to all kinds of …
Famous for the picturesque array of Mediterranean-style white stucco and red-tiled buildings in its Historic Downtown, Santa Barbara is set on the central Californian Coast – and that also means beaches. With all these attractions, plus more history at the Santa Barbara Mission and a great wine-scene, this city is a must-visit. It’s a popular …
Tokyo feels like the capital city of all capital cities. A quintessential concrete jungle, this sprawling megalopolis is a sight in itself, let alone its selection of Buddhist temples, Shinto shrines, upscale shopping opportunities, and a wide range of high-quality dining opportunities – after all, Tokyo is the most Michelin-starred city in the world. Being …
Modern, cool, and a commercial hub filled with skyscrapers, Dallas is the North Texas metropolis. It’s a centre of culture and the arts and comes with a good dose of nightlife to fill the gaps between those sunny city days. Numerous universities and colleges (more than 40) keep the city on its toes, while its …
As it lies on the historic Route 66 with lots of gorgeous nature surrounding it, Flagstaff is a very popular place to visit. Its delightful downtown has lots of historical sights and an active cultural scene, as well as a myriad of great shops, restaurants and bars. Its main appeal, however, is its proximity to …
In the middle of the 19th century this coastal town at the mouth of the Richmond River was a centre for shipbuilding, and serviced whaling vessels on their way up and down the east coast. Whaling is long consigned to history, but humpback and southern right whales still bring people to Ballina, and you can …
The far-flung township of Alice Springs is a trifling 1,500 kilometres from the nearest city. You could not pick a better place to feel what it means to be in Australia’s Red Centre. The Arrernte Aboriginal people have made it work for tens of thousands of years, and discovering their culture and age-old survival methods …
While Washington D.C. might be known for its neoclassical monuments and buildings, a plethora of museums, and unmatched history and artifacts, there’s nothing quite like heading back to a comfortable room after a day of exploration. With endless hotel options in Washington D.C., picking the ideal one for your stay can be an overwhelming process. …