The United Kingdom is an island nation established on the roots of myth and legend, from Scottish sea monsters and Irish giants to mythical kings and outlaws of England. Some of these stories are based on real locales that visitors with an interest in the unknown can go see for themselves. 1. Loch Ness, Scottish …
Nothing beats a day spent enjoying a spa service, from massages and facials to luxury manicures and pedicures, if you’re a local or a visitor to Boston. That’s even wonderful when done at a high-end spa, which Boston has plenty of. 1. G20 Spa & Salon G20 Spa & Salon (pronounced gee-two-oh) is Boston’s largest …
The United States is a multicultural nation. Immigrants moved to America not to give up their culture and heritage, but to enjoy the economic, religious, and political freedom to practice their homeland’s traditions while learning the ins and outs of their adoptive country. While many cities have a Chinatown or a Little Italy, you’ve merely …
Doha is the capital of a desert country (Qatar), so expect some beautiful, sandy beaches. Some are located in Doha and are generally associated with hotels, while others are located a short or long distance away and each provides something unique. Please be aware that ladies should be covered from the elbows to the knees …
Most of those extreme activities available in Canada entail navigating your way through the various landscape—exalted mountains, rushing rivers, gorgeous lakes, and far-reaching forests—but there are also urban adventures that will test your mettle. Here are a few of the most extreme activities available in Canada. 1. CN Tower EdgeWalk, Toronto Simply staring down from …
When the weather is nice, Letchworth State Park in western New York, about an hour’s drive southeast of Buffalo, is a wonderful place to go day hiking. The best time to visit is between April and October when the weather is milder and snow is less frequent (but it is always possible in April or …
Hawaii is an island that draws millions of visitors each year from all over the world. The availability of fresh and local products and proximity to the ocean’s bounty, and an excellent growing season make this state a restaurateur’s dream. We visited ten of the top restaurants in one of the world’s most beautiful cities. …
Georgia, a small but proud country of around 3.7 million people in Eurasia’s Caucasus area, is a small but proud country with significant cultural and culinary influences from Eastern Europe, Russia, and the Middle East. Because food styles differ by region, each Georgian dish can be prepared in a variety of ways. Discovering the cuisine …
The craggy mountains and the expansive ocean vista draw most people to Big Sur, but they aren’t the only draw. Natural hot springs abound in Big Sur, ideal for relaxing and soothing tired muscles. Soak in a natural pool with views of the Pacific Ocean, relax in a Japanese-style hot springs bathhouse at one of …
The Seychelles archipelago consists of 115 islands with clear blue oceans and pristine beaches for everyone to enjoy. From water sports to nature reserves, there is enough to do on the magnificent atolls that constitute this amazing tropical haven. Use this guide to help you choose among the cream of the crop beaches in what …