Switzerland is a famous tourist destination with stunning natural beauty and marvellous views of the Alps that attract many tourists every year. Zurich This major city of Switzerland includes many cafes, boutiques and many other items representing contemporary life. Zurich has many churches, parks and museums. Zermatt This small town is a perfect place for ice skating enthusiasts. It includes many beautiful ski resorts and is located at the foot of the Matterhorn, the famous peak of the Swiss Alps. This town includes lots of designer stores, so shopaholics can enjoy shopping on their visit to Zermatt. Geneva This cosmopolitan [More]
A travel guide for visiting the town of Stanley in Hong Kong. Highlights are Stanley Market, Stanley Promenade, Stanley Main Street, Murray House, Pak Tai Temple, Tien Hou Temple, and views of Stanley Bay. Stanley is a great day trip to get away from the crowds of Central and Kowloon.
New Zealand (Māori: Aotearoa) is an island country located in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. The country geographically comprises two main landmasses ‒ that of the North and South Islands ‒ as well as numerous smaller islands. New Zealand is situated some 1,500 kilometres (900 mi) east of Australia across the Tasman Sea and roughly 1,000 kilometres (600 mi) south of the Pacific island nations of New Caledonia, Fiji, and Tonga. Because of its remoteness, it was one of the last lands to be settled.
In this travel video guide from Barcelona visit the capital of the autonomous region of Catalonia. Explore the Gothic Quarter, check out the best of famed architect Antoni Gaudi, and visit the site of the 1992 Olympics.
Summer is just around the corner and most of us will travel with our kids by airplane or by car for hours, and hours, and hours… Your destination might only be 3 hours away, but when you are asked “Are we there yet?” every few minutes, you can mentally say goodbye to relaxation and hello to anxiety attacks. But travel with kids shouldn’t stop you from seeing the world! Here is some helpful advice on how to plan for your trip: To prepare, tell your children as much as possible about where you’ll be going. If appropriate, involve your kids [More]
Tunisia is located only a few kilometres away from Sicily, the Roman influence is therefore still very obvious. In 800BC the Punic Tunis was only a small village in a shadow of Carthage. Today, Tunis is a modern city with 1.2 Million inhabitants. Things To See: Amphitheatre of El Jem. Also spelt ‘El Djem’, it is the largest amphitheatre in North Africa and an UNESCO World Heritage Site. This amphitheatre held up to 35,000 spectators. Dating from the 3rd century, the ruined amphitheatre offers a quality of construction comparable with the Roman Coliseum. Animals, prisoners and gladiators, awaiting battle, were [More]
Overlander interviewed Richard Maddrell, who works in the tourism industry. If someone has a day to spare in Sydney, Richard suggested taking a harbour cruise, and visiting the fish market.
With a population of 1,604,000 as of 2007, Marseille is the second-largest city in France and number one port. Marseille takes pride in its uniqueness and diversity. Indeed it is not like the rest of France; being the major gateway from Africa, it has a Mediterranean flavour that may remind you more of Africa than Europe. Marseille is by far the oldest city in France, dating back 2500 years. Its rough and tumble history is still evident today. Many travellers may consider Marseille to be a bit of a dirty and rough place, but at the same time it may [More]
When travelling abroad, luggage needs to be light, expandable, and it needs to have wheels. Learn about the importance of carrying a bag that has a compartment for a computer in this video on buying luggage.
Take a tour of Bangkok, Thailand — part of the World’s Greatest Attractions series by GeoBeats. Number ten, Wat Arun. Bangkok has one of the greatest collections of temples in the world. This Buddhist temple, also known as “Temple of the Dawn” is quite spectacular. Number nine, Lumpini Park. Bangkok is a massive city; Lumpini Park offers an excellent escape from the city’s hustle and bustle. You can just relax or engage in an activity. Number eight, Wat Pho. It is said to be the largest and oldest Buddhist temple in Bangkok. An extremely large statue of a reclining Buddha [More]
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Travelling alone can be scary and dangerous. Watch “Solo Travel Safety Tips” to learn ways to make you more confident about your safety when you travel. This will give you ideas on how to safeguard your purse, money, avoid muggers and problem makers.
Join Heidi Van Sewell, Rick Steves’ tour guide, as she shares tips and insights for traveling in Italy. I would start the video at 3.15 unless you want to watch the promotional stuff! After that it’s a really good guide about what to see in Italy. You’ll almost be able to smell the linguini and taste the vino rosso as we explore enchanting Italy. The north is home to cosmopolitan Milan, time-tripping Venice, serene lakes, and the Alpine Dolomites. In central Italy we’ll visit the Renaissance capital of Florence and the quaint hill towns of Tuscany and Umbria. On the [More]
Take a tour of Top 10 Travel Attractions of San Francisco, California – part of the World’s Greatest Attractions series by GeoBeats. Number 10: Cable cars. One of San Francisco’s icons, cable cars are not only fun to ride, but also an efficient means for getting to various attractions within San Francisco. Number 9: Fisherman’s Wharf, a popular tourist attraction. Fisherman’s Wharf many activities, like boat cruises and you may even be able to watch sea lions in action. Number 8: De Young Museum. Located inside the Golden Gate Park, the museum houses many great works of art. Natural elements [More]