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The 10 Best Food & Drink in Messina, Sicily

At Sicily’s northeast tip, Messina is the first city being kicked by mainland Italy’s boot, just three miles across the Strait of Messina. It's a main port of entry for visitors via hydrofoils and ferries. Trains board the ferry, too, before continuing service. The 12th-century Norman cathedral, rebuilt after a 1908 earthquake destroyed it and much of the town, is the most famous attraction.

What to do and see in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei-Muara District: The Best Architectural Buildings

Bandar Seri Begawan is a city of two terrains: the stilted water villages that make up some of the city's historic aquatic districts stretch out into the sea, while drier districts spread out over the flatter areas of land. The beaches around the area offer vibrant undersea life, drawing scuba enthusiasts and snorkelers from around the world. Above ground the gold-domed Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque dazzles with its intricate marble design and museums provide ample cultural stimulation.

The 5 Best Hidden Gems Things to do in Breaux Bridge, Louisiana (LA)

The crawfish capital of the world, Breaux Bridge is a great place to explore authentic Cajun culture in southern Louisiana. With its relaxing atmosphere, quaint downtown streets and traditional Cajun and funky Zydeco music, it's the perfect culturally-rich getaway. Sample unusual local specialties such as seafood gumbo, gateau syrup cakes or sweet dough pies. The more adventurous can try alligator steak.

5 Architectural Buildings in Hawthorn That You Shouldn't Miss

Discover the best top things to do in Hawthorn, Australia including Hawthorn Railway Station, Hawthorn Presbyterian Church, The Auburn Tower, Glenferrie Railway Station, Auburn Railway Station.

What to do and see in Panguipulli, Los Rios Region: The Best Nature & Parks

Panguipulli (/ˌpæŋɡiˈpuːji/ PANG-gee-POO-yee; Mapudungun for "hill of the puma") is a city and commune in Valdivia Province, southern Chile, administered by the Municipality of Panguipulli. The town is known for its natural environment, and is called "City of roses" (Spanish: La Ciudad de las rosas). Panguipulli is located on the western edge of Panguipulli Lake, and is on a moraine in the Chilean Central Valley. Most of the commune lies on Andean mountains and valleys.

What to do and see in Fredrikstad Municipality, Eastern Norway: The Best Bars & Clubs

Discover the best top things to do in Fredrikstad Municipality, Norway including Nini Bar, Omg Bar & Restaurant, Holwech, Tiger Tiger, Voodoo Nightclub, Alibi.

The 8 Best Zoos & Aquariums in Lower Austria, Austria

Lower Austria (German: Niederösterreich, pronounced [ˈniːdɐˌʔøːstɐʀaɪ̯ç] ( listen); Czech: Dolní Rakousy; Slovak: Dolné Rakúsko) is the northeasternmost state of the nine states in Austria. The capital of Lower Austria since 1986 is Sankt Pölten, the most recently designated capital town in Austria. The capital of Lower Austria had formerly been Vienna, even though Vienna has not officially been part of Lower Austria since 1921. With a land area of 19,186 km (7,408 sq mi) and a population of 1.612 million people, it is the largest state in Austria, and in terms of population second only to the federal state of Vienna.

Things to do in Napa Valley, Napa Valley: The Best Hiking & Camping Tours

Vines, wines and the people who love them are central to the economy of Napa Valley. Other treats for taste buds are in store, too, in the form of local olive oils, tomatoes, cheeses and mustard. The other senses are catered for with a vibrant visual arts scene. Rent a car or book a taxi or limousine to get between sights safely. The Napa Valley Wine Train offers an unusual way to experience the views and vintages. A relaxing array of spas and mud baths and the Old Faithful geyser are attractions in Calistoga.

Top 10 European food in Carquefou, Nantes,

Reviews on European food in Carquefou, Nantes, including La Table des Chefs de Didier, Manoir de la Regate, Lulu Paulette, L'archipel, Le Bouquet Garni, Auberge du Vieux Gachet, The Black Shelter, L'apostrophe, Auberge de l'Erdre, A Casetta

Top 10 Sights & Landmarks in Olympiades, Ile-de-France

Lingering over pain au chocolat in a sidewalk café, relaxing after a day of strolling along the Seine and marveling at icons like the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe… the perfect Paris experience combines leisure and liveliness with enough time to savor both an exquisite meal and exhibits at the Louvre. Awaken your spirit at Notre Dame, bargain hunt at the Marché aux Puces de Montreuil or for goodies at the Marché Biologique Raspail, then cap it all off with a risqué show at the Moulin Rouge.

The 8 Best Free Things to do in Maroondah, Victoria

Discover the best top things to do in Maroondah, Australia including Ringwood Library, Ringwood Lake, Tarralla Creek Trail, McAlpin Reserve, Mullum Mullum Creek Trail, Ringwood Clock Tower, Eastland Shopping Centre, Croydon Main Street.

Top 6 Things to do in Kenosee Lake, Kenosee Lake

Discover the best top things to do in Kenosee Lake, Saskatchewan including Golf Kenosee, Moose Mountain Provincial Park, Cannington Manor Provincial Historic Park, Kenosee Superslides, Kenosee Lake Riding Academy, The Red Market Barn.

Things to do in Toyama, Chubu: The Best Monuments & Statues

Discover the best top things to do in Toyama, Japan including Owara Monument, Toyama-wan Zushi Monument, Masatoshi Maeda Statue, Heiwagun Statues, Junshoku Keisatsukan Korehi, Tateyama no Sabo Hassho Monument, Moonflower Monument Heaven, Old Hida Route Starting Point, Sarumaru Dayu no Tsuka, Uji Chojiro Statue.

10 Transportation in Centro That You Shouldn't Miss

With its plentiful beaches, dramatic mountains, and backdrop of samba and bossa nova rhythms, it's easy to fall in love with Rio de Janeiro. Made famous in song, Ipanema Beach is still the place to stroll, sunbathe, and be seen. The largest Art Deco statue in the world, Christ the Redeemer, beckons visitors to Corcovado Mountain. Rio’s annual Carnaval celebrations are bacchanalian extravaganzas of feasting, music, dance, and costumed revelry.

10 Fishing Charters & Tours in Minamiuwa-gun That You Shouldn't Miss

Discover the best top things to do in Minamiuwa-gun, Japan including Ehime Tosen, Fishing Nakao, Higashimoto Tosen, Iroha Tosen, Matsuda Tosen, Minatoya Tosen, Sanyo Tosen, Sasaki Tosen, Shibatosen, Suemitsu Tosen.

What to do and see in Southwest Romania, Southwest Romania: The Best Monuments & Statues

Discover the best top things to do in Southwest Romania, Romania including Fantana Purcarului, Statue of King Decebalus, The Gate Of The Kiss, Ecaterina Teodoroiu Mausoleum, Monumentul eroilor / Monument to the heroes.

Things to do in Salt Lake City, Utah (UT): The Best Multi-day Tours

Known for the stunning backdrop afforded by the towering Wasatch Mountains – and the endless opportunities for outdoor recreation they provide – Salt Lake offers visitors a uniquely vibrant and dynamic urban experience. As one of North America’s most accessible destinations, Utah’s capital city offers year-round excitement and activities for the entire family, alongside a contemporary edginess and vitality that’s helped the “new” Salt Lake become a renowned culinary destination.

The 8 Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Dushanbe, Tajikistan

Translating to "Monday" in Tajik, Dushanbe was once a tiny mountain village known for its Monday market. Today that village has become a metropolis, but the Barakat covered market remains one of the most vibrant attractions in the city. Dushanbe's wide, tree-lined avenues are home to a number of monuments and museums, including the Unified Museum and the Museum of Antiquities, as well as a beautiful opera theater and myriad cafes and teahouses where visitors can sample Tajik sweets.