California is known for its beautiful beaches, amazing amusement parks and exciting big cities such as Los Angeles and San Francisco. But California is also dotted with a slew of interesting and lovely small towns. Many of these little hidden gems … Continue reading
Austria is known for its soaring mountains and beautiful big cities, such as Salzburg and Vienna. And while most people tend to concentrate their visits on these big cities with their world-class museums, opera houses and historic attractions, it is … Continue reading
Peru's towering mountains catch clouds drifting over the Pacific forcing them to drop feet of rain from November through April. All that rainwater fuels a spider web of spectacular rivers that drop from the mountains through rainforests. Peru's … Continue reading
The Kingdom of Cambodia is a scenic and diverse destination. Surrounded by Laos, Vietnam, Thailand and the Gulf of Thailand, Cambodia is teeming with ancient ruins and exciting cities. Cambodia is also home to a large number of beautiful coastal … Continue reading
China is westernizing so rapidly, even old China hands may not recognize it when they return for a visit. Beijing and Shanghai are fast-paced metropolises no different from, say New York City or London. But the old China, the one of our pre-conceived … Continue reading
Occupying a long, narrow band of land wedged between the Andes Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, Chile is well known for its geographical diversity. Landscapes, cultures and climates change dramatically as you travel the length of the South American … Continue reading
Whether they’re made by Mother Nature or man, there are some wonderfully beautiful lakes in France. Some are tiny, with an aura of peacefulness that makes you want to gaze at them for hours on end. Others are large and beg to be surfed or sailed on. … Continue reading
Whether it's the altitude, the crystal-clear water or the beauty of the surrounding landscape, there's something extraordinary about the sparkling lakes in Switzerland. Nestled in the country's four major river basins are hundreds of postcard-perfect … Continue reading
Lakes in Canada, particularly British Columbia and Alberta, are undeniably gorgeous. That’s not to say their eastern sisters are ugly – they’re not; they are pretty in their own way. But, you must admit, the western lakes, with their turquoise water … Continue reading
India is a land of many temples. They range in size from tiny structures located in the middle of roads to massive ancient temples carved out of rock. Some are famous and accented in gold, while others are much more modest. There are even some … Continue reading
