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Abu Dhabi

In just 50 years Abu Dhabi has transformed from a small fishing village in the Middle East, into one of the most important financial and political cities...

Amsterdam

Known for its intricate waterways and romantic, bohemian lifestyle, Amsterdam has long been christened “the Venice of the North”. And yet, the city’s...

Athens

Athens has been a popular destination for travellers since antiquity. Currently it is the sixth most visited European capital (and climbing) and, in the...

Bangkok

The original "City of Angels", Bangkok is often held up as the quintessential Asian capital – part urban sprawl, part exotic milieu of ancient temples...

Barbados

Bathed in sun three thousand hours a year Barbados is a paradise where it is always summer. Dubbed ‘Little England’ for the historic architectural...

Beijing

No longer is Beijing the grey city it once was. Hutongs and courtyards remain and the sound of the Peking opera still lingers, but at an astonishingly...

Beirut

Beirut is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful and unspoilt cities within the Middle East. It has a long and distinguished history, stretching...

Birmingham

England’s second city (although Manchester has also laid claim to that title) it may be, but until relatively recently Birmingham was more famous for...

Brussels

The European Parliament has found its ideal home in Brussels (Bruxelles in French, Brussel in Flemish). This inland capital city of Belgium, bordered...

Cairo

Being the largest city in Egypt, and Africa, with over 18 million inhabitants the megalopolis of Cairo never ceases to amaze and captivate its visitors....

Cape Town

Cape Town and the Western Cape is an area considered to be one of the most beautiful in Africa, a city with a diverse range of attractions, sights and...

Delhi

Delhi is a city that has long been a seat of power for the good, bad and very ugly rulers of India. Legend states that whoever creates a new city at Delhi...

Dubai

Some call Dubai the Hong Kong of the Middle East. It's a city of juxtapositions, where East meets West. His Royal Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid...

Dublin

"Ireland; the emerald of Europe, it sparkled and shone in the ring of this world, the most precious stone” Dr William Drennon. It is said that once...

Edinburgh and Glasgow

Any visit to Scotland would not be truly complete without a visit to either of its great cities, historical, refined Edinburgh or buzzing, metropolitan...

Geneva

Geneva is the central crossroads of Western Europe. The city houses some 200 international organizations. Its humanitarian role of major international...

Hawaii

A trip to Hawaii is said to be akin to a trip to paradise.  It is comprised of six major islands: Oahu, Lanai, Kauai, Molokai, Maui, and the Big Island;...

Hong Kong

Hong Kong has long been known as “The Pearl of the Orient” but, in recent years, it has developed a reputation as Asia’s “World City ”. Its...

Istanbul

The cultural epicentre of Turkey and on the cusp of both Europe and Asia, İstanbul has a dual identity that it is connecting in vibrant ways that has...

Johannesburg

A bustling hub of South African activity, people travelling to Johannesburg will be exposed to a variety of different cultures, traditions, cuisines...

Koh Samui

Samui - arguably the most famous island in Thailand - has so much to offer to either first time visitors or one who has stayed for months or even years...

Lagos

The most populated city in Nigeria, with the metropolitan area estimated at 300 square km, the Lekki Peninsula is the Mayfair of Lagos. A place for the...

Las Vegas

The notorious Sin City is synonymous with overindulgence and hedonism, making it the ultimate weekend getaway. Las Vegas is the fastest growing area in...

Leeds and York

Without a doubt two of the North’s most striking cities, virtually every kind of cultural & social pursuit is offered by Leeds & York, which...

Liverpool

There’s something for everyone in Liverpool - whether it be art galleries, theatres, sports, museums or designer shopping – so it’s little wonder...

London

London is all things to all men. Whether you search for thrills, peace or somewhere between the two, the city has something to offer everyone. It is something...

Los Angeles

Beautiful people and beautiful weather are the defining characteristics of this bustling cosmopolitan city.  Los Angeles can be as intimidating as it...

Macau

The former Portuguese enclave of Macau is often thought of as the poor man’s Hong Kong. Although it’s less hi-tech and cosmopolitan, Macau exudes...

Manchester

Widely regarded as England’s second city, Manchester has had a tempestuous and eventful history, beginning with its involvement in the slave trade and...

Maputo

The culturally diverse nature of Mozambique, with its large variety of ethnicities and languages, gives it a unique identity. Mozambique is located in...

Miami

INTRODUCTION Rightfully named the Magic City, Miami brings a certain enchantment to every aspect of life. The extensive mix of international culture...

Moscow

It was recently announced that Moscow was the most expensive city in the world. In today’s world of billionaire oligarchs and football club owners...

Nairobi

East Africa's most exciting and largest metropolis, Nairobi, a Masai name meaning ‘cool waters’ is the capital city of Kenya. It was once a railway...

New York

Known as the “Big Apple” or the "City That Never Sleeps", New York is a city of superlatives. The City comprises five boroughs: The Bronx, Brooklyn...

Oslo

The fastest growing capital of Scandinavia, the scenic city of Oslo is situated at the head of the striking Oslo Fjord and surrounded by forested ridges....

Oxford

Renowned for its architecture, history and perhaps most of all its university, Oxford is an intriguingly beautiful city, and undoubtedly a worthy subject...

Panama City

Panama City is the new “it” spot of Latin America with a booming skyline and an expanding economy. With its recent growth, the city has lots of attractions...

Paris

It is the genius of Paris that it lives up to so many of its own clichés. Romantic, sophisticated, bohemian, glamorous, artistic, seductive, Paris is...

Phuket

“The Pearl of The Andaman Sea” regales many a visitor time and time again who are attracted to Phuket for its beaches, serene waters and bohemian...

Rome

Rome is widely regarded as the world's most historic and imposing city; it is not known as 'the Eternal city' for nothing. It has inspired countless politicians...

San Diego

A city where blue skies keep watch on 70 miles of pristine beaches, and the perfect southern California climate beckons you to enjoy it. California's...

San Francisco

This densely-populated city has a character all its own and a vibe that can be translated simply as Bay Area Cool: a laid-back, clever attitude encompassing...

Seoul

Korea in a word? Dynamic. Korea in two words? Dynamic and conservative. Korea is a beautiful country with a history of over 5,000 years, boasting no...

Shanghai

Once the ocean gateway to the Middle Kingdom for foreign travellers, Shanghai's bustling port grew throughout the 19th Century due to the expanding opium...

Singapore

Singapore is a dynamic and multifaceted Asian city. Though steeped in colonial history and the rich traditions of its myriad immigrants, it is also a...

Stockholm

Surrounded by water, Stockholm is a city built on 14 islands. In spring and summer the waterways are busy with sailing and motor boats; in winter the...

Sydney

Sunny Sydney is Australia’s first city no matter what Canberra has to say about it. If it’s the legendary skyline and sun-kissed beaches that attract...

Tokyo

Having taken Kyoto's spot as the nation’s capital, Tokyo is now the most populated metropolitan area in the world. On the one hand Tokyo is an imperial...

Vancouver

Vancouver is the largest city in British Columbia and one of the most enjoyable cities in the world. With seven million tourists visiting it annually...

Venice

Between the waters of river, lagoon and sea, Venice is one of the most impressive cities you will ever visit. An old, open-air museum. Unquestionably...

Vienna

“Vienna is different” - that’s what the Austrians say about their capital but no-one really understands the meaning of the phrase until they have...

Washington DC

From its celebrated symbols of patriotism to its undiscovered neighborhoods, the sights and sounds of the nation's capital inspire all who set foot in...