North Queensland, with its Great Barrier Reef, rainforests, and Whitsunday Islands has plenty for tourists to see and do, and at the heart of North Queensland is the city of Townsville. Home to many of its own attractions, like The Strand, an aquarium, museums and more, Townsville is also a great base for exploring the nearby national park of...
When you want to escape from the hustle and bustle of Vietnam’s capital city, Hanoi, take a trip northwest into the mountains and head for the beautiful town of Sapa. This former hill station was founded by the French in 1922 and is today one of Vietnam’s popular tourist destinations, known for its striking scenery and rich cultural diversity....
When you’re visiting Vietnam, the country’s capital and second largest city is a great place to begin your trip. Hanoi is a charming city that’s filled with historic architecture including the atmospheric narrow streets of its old quarter, monuments, parks and gardens all in a scenic setting along one bank of the Red River and around an assortment of...
Fast paced, exciting and fun are three ways you could describe both Hong Kong and Macau. Separated by an inlet of the South China Sea, these two ‘special administrative regions’ are now part of China but only for the past few decades. Hong Kong was a British territory until 1997, and Macau was Portuguese until 1999. Wander around the...
With its interesting mix of architecture, museums, beaches, parks and temples, Sri Lanka’s commercial capital and largest city has plenty to keep tourists entertained or relaxed. Colombo sits on the island’s west coast and you’ll find there’s influence today from all three of Sri Lanka’s ruling colonists: the Portuguese, Dutch and British. Not too far to the south, the...
If you’ve never visited Manila before, the distinct South American atmosphere of this city is probably going to be one of the first things you notice. Spanish colonial architecture offers proof of Spain’s influence in the establishment of this, one of the world’s oldest cities, and today one of the most densely populated cities in the world, yet Manila...
Colorful, busy, and energetic are just three of the words you could use to describe Ho Chi Minh City, the largest city in Vietnam. Still commonly known by its former name of Saigon, Ho Chi Minh is filled with culture and grand architecture, and it’s a city that pulses with energy 24 hours a day. Once you’ve experienced the...
Still known to many as Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City is famous for its role in the Vietnam War and features many war-era and war-related attractions such as the War Remnants Museum and Independence Palace. But it’s not just a place for history buffs, Ho Chi Minh City also has beautiful French colonial architecture and a lively atmosphere. If...
Capital of the Philippines, the City of Manila is sure to surprise you with its exciting mixture of architecture, both old and new, and its vibrant and welcoming atmosphere. Known as the Pearl of the Orient, this trend-setting city offers something for everyone in its many museums, historic buildings, family-friendly attractions, and some of the best shopping in Asia....
Filled with glorious architecture dating as far back as the 16th century, Delhi has so much to see and do: Jama Masjid Mosque and the Red Fort are just a few of the highlights, but there are gardens, bazaars, temples, and tombs that could fill several weeks, if you can make it through all the traffic and crowds. Once...
