Scenic mountain views and a bustling cultural scene help make Salt lake City a hugely popular destination, with no shortage of fun things to see and do. A visitor to the Natural History Museum of Utah peers at an exhibit (Photo: Natural History Museum of Utah) One could have forgiven the builders of modern Salt Lake – as it is commonly referred to – if they had rested on their laurels given its spectacular scenery of mountains and canyons. But this is also a truly contemporary city packed with top-class urban amenities and attractions. If you’re coming to the Utah capital and would like to p ..read more

Home to more than 5,000 kilometres of sun-kissed Adriatic coastline, Croatia is one of the world’s most idyllic yacht charter destinations. Yachts moored off the Croatian island of Hvar (Photo: Arnie Papp via Flickr / CC BY 2.0) With its wealth of islands, ports, harbours and bays, not to mention beautiful cities such as Zadar and Split, Croatia has burgeoned in popularity in recent years, as word has spread over its majestic natural scenery, mouth-watering food and affordable prices compared with many of its western European counterparts. The country’s key yachting areas are concentrated ar ..read more

Pensacola International Airport (PNS) is situated just three nautical miles northeast of the central business district of Pensacola in Western Florida. It chiefly acts as a hub for domestic flights coming in from the Eastern part of the US. Pensacola (Photo: Mason B / Unsplash) Like everywhere else in Florida, renting a car is the best way to explore, especially around the Pensacola Bay area with its magical, sugar-white beaches. Luckily, all the major car rental companies are located next to the baggage claim section. To pick out which of these deserve the top spots across three separate ca ..read more

The warmth and culture that embodies Accra extends to the city’s buzzing nightspots, among which are a growing number of pulsating bars and lounges. (Photo: Republic Bar and Grill) Known for its colourful textiles, contemporary art, and popular nightlife and entertainment scenes, the Ghanian capital received a major tourism boost in recent years when it was dubbed “Africa’s capital of cool” by no less than the New York Times newspaper. And nothing exemplifies the city’s turn towards the trendy than its burgeoning bar and lounge scene. Here are 7 of the best that Accra has to offer. Republic ..read more

Tokyo is huge, magical and slightly bewildering – it is one place where getting a private tour guide definitely helps. Here are seven of the best Tokyo private tours. (Photo: Getyourguide.com) Tokyo is one of the biggest cities in the world and can be confusing to first-time visitors. Of course being bamboozled by Tokyo’s pulsating lights and neon charm is all part of the appeal but there comes a point when having someone to show you around a bit sure is useful. Luckily help is at hand. There are some great private tours to be had with expert local guides showing you everything from the best ..read more

One of the world’s busiest airline hubs, travellers flying in or out of London’s Heathrow Airport are catered to with a large choice of hotels within easy reach of the main terminals. (Photo: Marriott Hotel) It’s hard enough having to wait patiently at baggage collection after a long flight without then dragging yourself all the way home, when all you want to do is get some shut-eye. That’s where airport hotels come to the rescue, often situated tantalisingly close and with the added bonus of a cooked breakfast in the morning, if you’re really lucky. For early morning flyers, they also remov ..read more

The Berlin Wall not only cut through the German capital, it was an emblem of a world divided during the Cold War. Here is a short guide to Berlin Wall Museums and Memorials. (Photo: William Warby via Flickr.com / CC BY-SA 2.0) It could be argued that the Berlin Wall is one of the most important pieces of reinforced concrete in history. Built in 1961 to physically disconnect West Berlin from the GDR, following the division of the city following WW2, the Berlin Wall did more than just separate a country, it put the Cold War in the deep freeze. The whole world became divided, with nuclear arms ..read more

Denver, Colorado is a great jumping off point for a campervan vacation because of its city highlights and surrounding natural beauty. PHOTO: RV-Denver.jpg: The Front Range as seen from the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. (Photo:James St. John via Flickr / CC BY 2.0) The Mile High City is surrounded by thousands of acres of wilderness with nine state parks a short drive from downtown Denver. Hundreds of campgrounds, RV parks, and campsites are located in and around The Front Range, a 200-mile corridor from Pueblo, Colorado, to Cheyenne, Wyoming. Colorado National Monument, several nati ..read more

The French capital of Paris has a thriving short-let market with a huge choice of homes and apartments available on Airbnb across the city – and numerous companies offering their property management services, too. Traditional facades of Parisian apartments (Photo: Tony Kent via Flickr / CC BY-SA 2.0 DEED) One of the world’s most iconic cities, Paris attracts huge numbers of visitors every year. Catering to them are a wide choice of accommodation options dotted across the city, including many Airbnb properties available for short-term rent. For Parisian Airbnb owners, there are several manage ..read more

There are plenty of fancy hotels in Berlin but somehow the grungy Berlin capital suits a more budget-friendly hostel option – and there are some great ones to choose from.  a&o Berlin Friedrichshain (Photo: Booking.com) Berlin has become one of the best-loved destinations in the world in recent years, with a mix of full-on partying, fascinating history and a unique liberal attitude. But the last thing you want to do when heading to Berlin is drop all your money on an expensive hotel, leaving you with no cash to experience the legendary nightlife. Luckily Berlin has a lot of cool, af ..read more