San Francisco is one of the most beautiful cities in the United States. It sits at the tip of a peninsula surrounded by the Pacific Ocean to the West and the San Francisco Bay to the East. Much of the central area can be explored on foot, but the city’s 43 hills can make for […]
Kuwait Travel Guide
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Kuwait is an Independent Arab Emirate situated at the head of the Persian Gulf, sandwiched between Saudi Arabia and Iraq. Most of the country is a dry, barren desert, with the exception of a few basins that occasionally catch rainwater. Commercial fishing on the Gulf is important to the economy, but not nearly as important […]
Japan Travel Guide
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The country of Japan is an archipelago that lies just east of mainland Asia. It’s a nation made up of four main islands and several thousand smaller isles. The geographical location is just along the Pacific Ring of Fire which is an area prone to frequent earthquakes. There are approximately 60 active volcanoes including Mt. […]
Prague Travel Guide
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Well known as one of the most beautiful cities in the world, it definitely lives up to its reputation. With a deep history and amazing architecture, few cities come close to this centrally located capital of the Czech Republic. The Vltava River runs through the center of Prague and is crossed by many bridges. The […]
Montevideo Travel Guide
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Montevideo is the largest city in Uruguay and also the nation’s capital. More than twice as large as any other city in the country, it encompasses nearly 50 percent of Uruguay’s entire population. The city lies on the East bank of the Rio de la Plata, and Buenos Aires, Argentina is almost directly opposite on […]
London Travel Guide
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Just as France has Paris and America has New York City, England is known for the city of London. Identifiable throughout the world as one of the most fashionable places to shop, it’s also home to some of the best theatrical plays. London has much to offer the tourist seeking excitement. No matter what your […]
Switzerland Travel Guide
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When you imagine the Alps, the first place that probably comes to mind is Switzerland. That’s not surprising considering that about two thirds of the country consists of alpine and sub-alpine areas. Its snow capped peaks, deep valleys, and high green meadows make it one of the world’s most beautiful countries. I’ve gotten around quite […]
Chile Travel Guide
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Chile is a country occupying a long narrow strip of land in South America. It’s squeezed between the Andes Mountains and the Pacific Ocean. The coastline extends for over 2,700 miles and the country is never more than 110 miles in width. Located directly along the Pacific “Ring of Fire,” Chile has around 2,085 volcanoes, […]
Liechtenstein Travel Guide
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When looking at an overall map of Europe, you’d probably skip right over the tiny country of Liechtenstein. Bordered by Switzerland to the West and Austria to the East, it’s one of the smallest independent sovereign states in Europe. The country is only about 16 miles long and 4 miles wide. From Zurich, Switzerland I […]
Hong Kong Travel Guide
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As one of Asia’s most popular cities, Hong Kong will widen your eyes with its vibrant energy and demonstration of wealth as seen in the architecture. After many years under British control, it is now a Special Administrative Region (SAR) of China. Hong Kong is covered by China in foreign affairs and defense, but is […]
Amsterdam Travel Guide
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Hookers, Weed, and Beer, Oh My! Considered by many to be one of the most free cities in the world, Amsterdam certainly lives up to its party reputation. Drawing in loads of tourists on a daily basis, it’s a popular destination for those looking to get away from the strict laws of their own society […]
Sydney Travel Guide
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Sydney is Australia’s oldest and largest city. Although not the capital, it is home to more than four million people. Located on the eastern coastline of Australia, Sydney spans a distance of 1,430 square miles. Sydney has one of the world’s most cosmopolitan societies as the population consists of immigrants from many nations. Here is […]
