There are dozens of reasons to visit Berlin. The German capital has been an economic and cultural center since the Middle Ages. It has been home to pioneers in almost every art and science, as well as a famed military power with many different historical battles. Whether tourists want to see opera in one of… Continue Reading

With its unique position on the Atlantic and Mediterranean Sea and a history that dates back 35,000 years, few countries offer as wide a variance in landscapes and cultures as sunny Spain. A country of large geographic and cultural diversity, Spain may come as a surprise to those who only know of its reputation for… Continue Reading

Beijing is a rapidly Westernizing city that still retains remnants of its glorious historic past, from the beautiful Summer Palace to the iconic Temple of Heaven The Chinese capital is filled with museums that specialize in everything from coins to watermelons, as well as the Great Wall Museum at Badaling. The picturesque one-story concrete block… Continue Reading

This Mediterranean city has sat, in one form or another, along the Aegean Sea for much longer than recorded history. As cave paintings in the Cave of Schist has shown, Athens has been inhabited for somewhere between seven thousand and thirteen thousand years. Named for Athena, the goddess of wisdom, residents of Athens used the… Continue Reading

Germany is a country that could be considered existing on cultural and historic overload. It is a country that gave the world some of its greatest classical music computers, such as Bach, Brahms and Beethoven. Germany also gave the world some great writers, such as Goethe and Schiller. This Central European country also gave the… Continue Reading

In Europe, when it comes to the most fashionable cities, two stand out. In France, the clear winner is Paris. In Italy, it is Milan. This second largest city in Italy is the economic capital of the country, and fashion is its most famous industry.With a fashion center, the tourism industry is also huge, as… Continue Reading

For art, history, or architecture lovers, no trip to Italy is complete without a visit to the city of Florence. This is one of the most visited cities in the world, due to its role in being the birthplace of Europe’s Renaissance movement. The city was originally built as a garrison settlement in the Roman… Continue Reading

When traveling to Italy, there are many great cities to choose from. Everyone knows about Rome, and many have seen its splendors through the eyes of Audrey Hepburn in Roman Holiday. Fashion lovers will find the catwalks and shops of Milan to be inspiring. Those who love romance often head for Venice. The architecture lovers… Continue Reading

Central America probably won’t appeal to all travelers, just those interested in nature and outdoor activities, relaxing on white sand beaches, hiking through tropical jungles and rainforests, snorkeling, scuba diving, windsurfing, touring ruins of ancient civilizations, learning more about indigenous cultures, and enjoying fine dining and nightlife in major cities. Hey! Isn’t that just about… Continue Reading