We don’t even know where to begin describing the city of Los Angeles. There’s just an endless list of things to do in this ruggedly gorgeous city. Exploring LA thoroughly in one day is a very bold statement on its own because you’d at least need three days in LA to be able to cover…
Though Decorah is a rather small city in Winneshiek County, it punches far above its weight when it comes to things to do here. It’s one of the best small-town getaways in the Midwest with its restaurants, specialty shops, and unique attractions. However, given its size, you won’t find many hotels in Decorah, Iowa. In…
When it comes to exploring the City of Roses, you should start in the downtown area. Amidst the bars serving one craft beer after another, you’ll find plenty of choices of great hotels in Downtown Portland, Oregon. But we selected only the best to put you right in the center of the action. If you…
Often overlooked but never disappointing is what Vaduz is. The capital of Liechtenstein is one of the most beautiful capital cities in Europe. Take some time to explore this spectacle, and you’ll find yourself admiring the surviving medieval and interesting buildings. Among them are the Red House, a gabled stair structure with a large tower…
Oslo is a capital to be reckoned with. Apart from being the largest in Scandinavia, this Norwegian metropolis is also a great place to explore. There are ample destinations to keep you busy for months, ranging from quirky architecture to fabulous landscapes. There are also some cultural attractions and great food that definitely deserve a…
There’s just something magical about Kiev. Once plagued with the Mongol Empire, World War II, Chernobyl, and Soviet rule, it has survived all of them and now stands proudly as the capital of Ukraine. It’s filled with theaters, museums, religious sites, and modern buildings, making it the center of Ukrainian culture. This city always has…
The fall of communism was like a blessing in disguise for a number of European countries, including Warsaw. The Polish capital has undergone rapid changes in the last two decades. Once occupied by the Nazis and repeatedly contested by aggressors, Phoenix City has risen from the ashes. It’s now transformed into a thriving area, crammed…
Jerome is an old mining town in Arizona with a population of about 500 people. The town’s location at the top of Cleopatra Hill overlooking the Verde Valley means that you’ll enjoy some pleasant climate and great views. There are only a handful of hotels in Jerome, Arizona with the Conner Hotel being one of…
Staying in one of the many hotels in Oxford, England, will put you in the right place for exploring one of the country’s prettiest towns. It’s home to Oxford University, the oldest of its kind in the UK. Walk in the ancient halls of the college buildings and you’d think you were in Hogwarts. You…
Fairmont is a small city in Minnesota that was so named because of the rolling hills which surrounded the adjacent lakes. From its original name of Fair Mount, over time the name was shorted to its present name. It carries the moniker ‘City of Lakes’ because it has been built around a chain of five…
Cuba is oodles of undefinable magic wrapped in a timeless, magnificent layer. Its cobblestoned streets still tell tales of musket-totting pirates, with heritage structures and grandiose squares. At the same time, you’ll also find everything from modern architecture to avant-garde art studios. And of course, there are the pristine white-sand beaches. As compared to other…
Also known as the “living museum and showcase of evolution,” the Galapagos Islands are an archipelago part of the Republic of Ecuador. Located in the Pacific Ocean, these islands are home to one of the richest marine ecosystems of the world. Therefore, thousands of people travel here each year and look for the best hotels…
To describe the capital and the largest city of Romania, we have to say that it’s dynamic and energetic. In fact, visiting Bucharest can feel like quite an adventure. Many people are eager to see the city’s popular museums, stroll the parks, hang out at the parks, and explore the boulevards. Once called the “Paris…
Oklahoma City, abbreviated as OKC, has come a long way since its humble origins as a cowboy heritage town. Today, it’s not just the political capital of the state, but also its cultural capital. Historic sites, skyscrapers, museums, and natural beauty abound at OKC, which was once a bustling tourist stop on the famed Route 66.…
Located in the southwest part of the Caribbean, Aruba is probably the happiest island in the world. Known as “one happy island,” this 19.6-mile piece of land is the perfect beach destination. Aruba offers beautiful white-sand beaches, crystal clear waters, and sunny days all-year-round. It lies just outside the hurricane belt, avoiding hurricane season. Therefore,…
Budapest is the capital of Hungary which has a unique charm. This is a place where you’ll see the influence of communism for more than four decades, slowly starting to blend in with Western-style modernization. The city territory is divided by the great Danube river and consists of three combined smaller cities, namely Buda, Obuda,…
Soul-stirring and high-octane in equal measure, Naples is no less than an Italian masterpiece. Perched on Italy’s southeastern coast overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea, the city is the birthplace of everything from iconic food to art. Whether it’s artistic movements like Renaissance or classic comfort food like pizza, Naples has left its mark on the world.…
Surrounded by vineyards and the Little Carpathians, you’ll find the charming capital of Slovakia, Bratislava. Also called the Beauty of Danube, Bratislava is known for having plenty of restaurants, cafés, and bars. You can find all of them in the maze of pedestrian streets and squares of the tiny Old Town. There’s never a dull…
It’s safe to say that compared to other popular travel destinations, not a lot of people know about Baku and what it has to offer. That’s why we’re here to encourage you to visit the capital of Azerbaijan. While there are a lot of other great attractions in Azerbaijan, Baku is clearly number one. Sitting…
Shelton sits a the confluence of the Housatonic and Naugatuck Rivers in Fairfield County. Once an important industrial town, the city lost this status when one of the industries became the target of one of the largest arson fires in the history of the United States. However, once Route 8 was completed, businesses were once…