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Ethiopia has no shortage of attractions and adventurous visitors can choose from hiking in the Simien Mountains to participating in watersports like angling and whitewater rafting. The country offers unique geographical features such as the Sof Omar Caves, the longest cave system in Africa. Ethiopia...

Calgary is beautifully situated in the Great Plains with the impressive Canadian Rockies looming in the distance. Calgary is the closest major city to Banff National Park and Lake Louise. It lies 185 miles south of Edmonton and 600 miles northeast of Vancouver.

Reykjavik in Iceland is not your usual capital city. Located in perfect surroundings with a moderate population density, many comment on how friendly the people are. In a survey, Icelanders ranked as the people most satisfied with their lives in all of Europe.   TABLE OF CONTENTS:  Introduction...

Situated in the Northwest region of Germany, where the river Dussel flows into the Rhine, is Germany’s financial, fashion and cultural capital, Dusseldorf. It is the state capital of North-Rhine Westphalia, Germany’s largest metropolitan region, consisting of over 11 million inhabitants. The city,...

Siena is a medieval Italian city in Tuscany, seventy kilometres south of Florence. It is known for its colourful horse race, Il Palio that is held twice each summer.   TABLE OF CONTENTS:  Introduction to Siena - Overview - Culture - Location & Orientation - Climate & When to Visit...

The Costa Dorada (Costa Daurada) is a Spanish Catalan area of many contrasts, from the scenic views of the Sierra de Mont Sant to the fantastic Tarragona carnival. The varied coastline has fantastic beaches, areas of outstanding natural beauty and beautiful seaside towns.

On the southern Mediterranean coastline of Turkey is the Turkish Riviera, one of the most up-and-coming tourist destinations in Europe. With over 1500 km of sunny coastline, ancient cities, modern accommodation, and a vibrant cultural scene, the regions leading city of Antalya attracts visitors from...

Phuket in Thailand is the Pearl of the Andaman Sea and is one of the world’s most famous beach destinations. Phuket attracts tourists from the world over to its turquoise blue waters and lush green backdrop. Visitors enjoy the local Thai culture and typically love the rich flavors and spices of...

Historic Cairo is Egypt’s famous capital city. It is the largest city in all of Africa as well as the Arab world with a population of 19 million. Egypt’s world famous Pyramids are just a few miles away in the suburb of Giza. Downtown Cairo is the city’s exciting, modern centre with busy streets...

  Enjoy your trip to Victoria with the Victoria B.C. Travel Guide: Sights, Culture, Food, Shopping & Fun.   The Quick Trips to Victoria Series provides key information about the best sights and experiences if you have just a few days to spend in the exciting destination...

Malta is a port-of-call on many Mediterranean cruises. The island attracts thousands of tourists annually with the beauty of its beaches and architecture as well as its impressive UNESCO World Heritage sites. The small Maltese archipelago of islands is located in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea,...

  Enjoy your trip to Germany with the Black Forest Travel Guide: Sights, Culture, Food, Shopping & Fun.   The Quick Trips to Germany Series provides key information about the best sights and experiences if you have just a few days to spend in the exciting destination...

Marmaris is a popular tourist destination on the southern Mediterranean coast of Turkey. Once a sleepy fishing village, it was from where Lord Nelson planned his attack on the French.  Bodrum on the west coast is a scenic and beautiful city located on the Gulf of Gökova. It is a smaller...

The Tunisian island of Djerba (also called Jerba) is a lush, golden oasis located off Tunisia’s southeastern coast in the Gulf of Gabes. With an area of 500 square kilometers and a population of around 140,000, it is one of the most popular holiday destinations in Tunisia.