City Guides
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Abidjan |
| Abidjan, also known as “the lagoon pearl”, is the economic capital of Cote d’Ivoire. With 3,796,677 inhabitants, it is the most populated city in... | |
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Abu Dhabi |
| In just 50 years, Abu Dhabi has been transformed from a small fishing village into one of the most important financial cities in the world. The second... | |
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Accra |
| Ghana is considered the gateway to West Africa and Accra is at the very centre of the country. With a vast array of fun things to do and places to go... | |
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Ålesund |
| INTRODUCTION Ålesund is one of three cities in the county Møre & Romsdal, along with Molde and Kristiansund. The city is young at heart, but has... | |
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Algarve |
| A holiday paradise: Sun, sand, exotic architectural details, and historical sites.With some of Europe's most beautiful beaches, some of the continent's... | |
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Amalfi Coast |
| The Amalfi Coast is one of the world's beautiful places to holiday and a perennial summer destination for sybarities and jetsetters. Strictly speaking... | |
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Amman |
| Amman is the capital of Jordan and has experienced considerable development since the 1920s under the leadership of the ruling Hashemite family.... | |
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Amsterdam |
| Known for its intricate waterways and romantic, bohemian lifestyle, Amsterdam has long been christened “the Venice of the North”. Yet, the city’s... | |
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Athens |
| INTRODUCTION If you ask anyone about Athens, you will hear of the long and illustrious Athenian history, right back from the beginnings of the Greek... | |
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Baku |
| Neither Europe nor Asia, Azerbaijan is an amazing mix of contradictions and contrasts. In recent years, Azerbaijan’s capital city, Baku has become a... | |
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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... | |
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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... | |
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Barcelona |
| The capital of Catalonia and the second largest city in Spain, Barcelona is a must for any traveller to visit. It is the sixth most populous city in the... | |
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Basel |
| Basel is a unique and fascinating city full of charm, which has been described as the “cultural capital of Switzerland,” or the “university city”... | |
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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... | |
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Berlin |
| The capital of the largest country in Europe, Berlin is a city that has outgrown its past to emerge as a vibrant, adaptive and modern metropolitan center.... | |
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Bogota |
| INTRODUCTION One of the most important cultural and economic centers in South America, Bogotá is located 8,660 feet above sea level and is the capital... | |
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Brussels |
| Seat of the European Parliament, this inland capital city of Belgium is at the very heart of European administration and justice - symbolic of this exciting... | |
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Buenos Aires |
| Buenos Aires is one of the world’s most stylish, astonishing and endlessly beguiling cities. The capital of Argentina, it has all the glamour and excitement... | |
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Cairo |
| The largest city in Egypt and Africa, with over 18 million inhabitants, the megalopolis of Cairo never seizes to amaze and captivate its visitors. Skyscrapers... | |
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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... | |
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Côte d'Azur |
| There is a reason this slice of golden coast is dubbed the World’s Playground. When the sun is shining, the beautiful people flock to Cannes, Monaco... | |
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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... | |
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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... | |
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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... | |
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Dusseldorf |
| Dusseldorf is the capital city of the German state of North Rhine-Westphalia. Combining big city business with small town charm, Dusseldorf is Germany... | |
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Edinburgh and Glasgow |
| Any visit to Scotland would not be truly complete without a visit to either of its great cities, the historical and refined Edinburgh or the buzzing and... | |
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Florence |
| Florence is simply dazzling. Declared a World Heritage Site in 1982 by UNESCO, Florence is a living piece of art from the Roman quarter in the Piazza... | |
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Geneva |
| Geneva is the central crossroads of Western Europe and the city houses around 200 international organizations. Its humanitarian role in major international... | |
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Havana |
| ‘Habana is very much like a rose,’ said Fico Fellove in the movie The Lost City, ‘it has petals and it has thorns…so it depends on how you grab... | |
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Hong Kong |
| Hong Kong City Guide Hong Kong has long been known as “The Pearl of the Orient” but, in recent years, it has developed a reputation as... | |
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Ibiza |
| The sexiest and most renowned of the Balearics, Ibiza attracts droves of hedonists from across the spectrum. During the summer, the island is transformed... | |
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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... | |
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Johannesburg |
| A bustling hub of South African activity, people travelling to Johannesburg will be exposed to a variety of different cultures, traditions, cuisines... | |
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Koh Samui |
| In the past ten years, Koh Samui has transformed from a sleepy backpacker town into a buzzing, vibrant and hip destination to rival Ibiza and Mykonos.... | |
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Kuala Lumpur |
| Kuala Lumpur has come a long way since its humble beginnings as a tin mining town in the 1800s. Now famous for its sparkling skyline, the Petronas Twin... | |
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Lagos |
| Lagos is the most populated city in Nigeria, with the metropolitan area estimated at 300 square km. It is currently estimated to be the second fastest... | |
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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... | |
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Lebanon |
| The small country of Lebanon covers an area of about 4000 sq m on the eastern coast of the Mediterranean Sea, at the meeting point of three continents... | |
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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 are a short... | |
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Lisbon |
| Lisbon is a historic capital, a potpourri of unusual character and charm, where 800 years of cultural influences mingle with modern trends and lifestyles... | |
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Liverpool |
| There’s something for everyone in Liverpool - whether it be art galleries, theatres, sports, museums or designer shopping – so it’s little wonder... | |
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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... | |
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Los Angeles |
| Beautiful people and beautiful weather are the defining characteristics of this bustling cosmopolitan city. Los Angeles can be as intimidating as it is... | |
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Macau |
| In the past five years, the former Portuguese enclave of Macau has undergone massive changes. From being a relatively small and sedate town, the city... | |
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Madrid |
| The capital of Spain, located in the heart of the peninsula and right in the centre of the Castilian plane - Madrid is a city steeped in history, culture... | |
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Manchester |
| Vibrant, entrepreneurial, multi-cultural, revolutionary – that’s Manchester. A thriving cosmopolitan city, it relentlessly reinvents itself as it... | |
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Maputo |
| The culturally diverse nature of Mozambique, with its large variety of ethnicities and languages, gives it a unique identity. Mozambique is located in... | |
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Marrakech |
| The city of Marrakech, capital of Marrakech-Tensift-Al Haouz, provides an exceptional setting that meets the high expectations of visitors. Besides the... | |
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Mauritius |
| The Republic of Mauritius, known as the majestic green island of the Indian Ocean, is situated to the east of Madagascar with a total population of approximately... | |
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Miami |
| INTRODUCTION Rightfully named the Magic City, Miami brings a certain enchantment to every aspect of life. The extensive mix of international culture... | |
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Milan |
| As the business capital of Italy and a European city par excellence, Milan is not just a centre of economic power but also a city of secret charms, filled... | |
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Moscow |
| Moscow is one of the most dynamic developing cities. Home to 11 million people, it is a curious blend of traditions and modernity, historical heritage... | |
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Mumbai |
| Mumbai is the biggest metropolis of India and home to fifteen million people. Industrialists, film-stars, artists, teachers and clerks all are living... | |
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Munich |
| Located in the South of Germany, Munich is the capital of Bavaria and also the gateway to the German Alps. The city's native name is derived from the... | |
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Mykonos |
| Mykonos is one of the most exciting and cosmopolitan of the Greek islands, and an unmissable destination for any serious connoisseur of exotic adventure... | |
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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... | |
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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... | |
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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.... | |
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Panama City |
| INTRODUCTION Panama City is the new “it” spot of Latin America, with a booming skyline and an expanding economy. With its recent growth, the city... | |
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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... | |
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Phuket |
| “The Pearl of The Andaman Sea”, Phuket's powder sand beaches, tranquil seas and bohemian parties have proved massively attractive to visitors, who... | |
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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... | |
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Saint-Tropez |
| Saint-Tropez is now synonymous with many things; wealth, glamour and a pre-meltdown Brigitte Bardot. This is a far cry from its origins, when it was named... | |
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San Diego |
| A city where blue skies keep watch over 70 miles of pristine beaches, and the perfect Southern California climate entices you to enjoy it. California's... | |
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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... | |
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Santorini |
| Santorini is arguable the most magical and extraordinary island in the Aegean Sea. Visitors cannot help but fall in love with the bewitchingly beautiful... | |
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São Paulo |
| São Paulo is the largest city in Brazil, the largest city in the southern hemisphere, and the world's 6th largest metropolitan area. The city... | |
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Sardinia |
| Sardinia is a land where the unspoilt and impenetrable mountainous hinterland enchants just as much as the spectacular rugged cliffs, white sandy beaches... | |
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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... | |
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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... | |
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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... | |
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Stockholm |
| Stockholm, a city built on 14 islands. In spring and summer the waterways are busy with sail and motorboats; in winter most often the waters freeze and... | |
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Sydney |
| Sunny, laid back Sydney – Australia’s first city, no matter what Canberra has to say about it. If it’s the legendary... | |
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Tokyo |
| Only taking over from Kyoto as the nation’s capital relatively recently, Tokyo is now the most populated metropolitan area in the world. On one hand... | |
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Toronto |
| INTRODUCTION Toronto is ranked as the world’s 4th most liveable city and is the most cosmopolitan city in Canada. With a population of 2.48-million... | |
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Vancouver |
| Vancouver is the largest city in British Columbia and one of the most enjoyable cities in the world. With seven million tourists visiting annually, this... | |
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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... | |
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Vienna |
| INTRODUCTION “Vienna is different” - that’s what the Austrians say about their capital but no-one really understands the meaning... | |
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Washington DC |
| From its celebrated symbols of patriotism to its undiscovered neighbourhoods, the sights and sounds of the nation's capital inspire all who set foot in... | |
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