Set amid the coastal Chugach Mountains, Anchorage defies popular visions of polar ice caps and frozen tundra. It’s also warmer than you think (averaging 65 degrees in summer), making conditions ideal for sight-seeing or taking on uniquely Alaskan opportunities like arctic biking or touring the fjords of Prince William Sound. In the winter, you can ski, dogsled or do both simultaneously by "skijoring," which is cross-country skiing while being towed by a dog. Hey, it's no crazier a winter sport than the biathlon.
Discover the best top things to do in North Caucasian District, Russia including Holy Trinity Spring, Kezenoy-Am Lake, Blue Lake, Khurla Kyol Lake, Samur River, Irganaiskoye Reservoir, Proval Lake, Blue Lake Chirik-Kyol, Donguz Orun-Kyol Lake, Kobanskoye Ushhelye.
The Emirate of Abu Dhabi (/ˌæbuː ˈdɑːbi/, /ˌɑː-/, or /-ˈdæ-/; Arabic: إمارة أبوظبي Imārat Abū Ẓaby, pronounced [ʔabuː ˈðˤɑbi]), is one of seven emirates that constitute the United Arab Emirates (UAE). It is the largest emirate by area (67,340 km), accounting for approximately 87 percent of the total land area of the federation. Abu Dhabi also has the largest population of the seven emirates. In June 2011, it was estimated to be 2,120,700 people, of which, 439,100 people (less than 21%) were Emirati citizens, which has risen to 2.3 million in 2012.
The brightest stars of Los Baleares are Majorca, Ibiza and peaceful Minorca. Situated between France and Africa, the archipelago's islands each have distinct characters. Majorca is the most developed and offers a mass of hotels, fast food joints and crowded beaches. Ibiza is loved by a hard partying set, including many gay visitors. It is also increasingly popular with upscale travelers, drawn by the chameleon island's reputation as "the new Provence." Pick an island and stake a claim on its sand.
Hiking trails and art galleries abound in Stellenbosch, but it's wine that takes center stage. More than 100 wine cellars, most open to the public, surround the oak-lined South African town, and tasting tours operate daily. Winter brings a four-day festival celebrating the local vintages. The historic town center houses the trading-post style shop Oom Samie se Winkel, the Neo-Gothic Moederkerk church, and museums dedicated to toys, military memorabilia, autos and early life on the Cape.
Discover the best top things to do in Luzon, Philippines including FAB, MegaPro Family KTV and Restaurant, Celebrity Lounge Family KTV and Restobar, Bonifacio Stopover, Rockstar KTV, Music 21 Plaza - Makati, Red Box, Mick'z Angels Rezto Bar, Music 11, Esquina Resto & Mi Amor Music Lounge.
Discover the best top things to do in Choiseul, St. Lucia including La Maison Creole, Choiseul Art Gallery, Irie Lucian ATV Trails and Hikes, Silver Star Luxury Transfers Saint Lucia, Jerry's Taxi Services, St Lucia Transfers and Tours, 7th Heaven Choiseul, Anse L’Ivrogne.
There is rich and beautiful history within Lagos’ 14th century walls, from its fortress to picturesque churches like Medieval São João Hermitage and the 17th-century São Sebastião. But that’s all appetizer. People come here for a main-course coastal buffet featuring more than a half-dozen beautiful beaches. Quiet sandy coves are sandwiched between dramatic cliffs. The sandy 2.5-mile stretch of Meia Praia caters to every water sport imaginable. And when you’ve had your fill, you can digest your day with some of the best nightlife in the Algarve region.
It’s always hard to fill the shoes of someone who used to do your job very well. If you’re the choirmaster at St. Thomas Church in Leipzig, guess whose shoes you have to fill? Bach’s. (No pressure.) Leipzig is closely connected to classical music—Wagner was born here, and Mendelssohn established a conservatory here in 1843. If you’re more of a melancholy, contemporary type, visit during the Wave-Gotik-Treffen, billed as the world’s largest "dark" (Goth, industrial, punk, etc.) music festival.
Discover the best top things to do in Panama Province, Panama including Panama RoadRunner Transportation, Xplora Panama Tours, Whitehawk Birding and Conservation, Rudy's Tours, Guided Bird Tours, Beny Wilson Wildlife Observation Service, Gem Charters - Day Tours, Panama Day Trips- Canal Eco Tours, CulTour, Pearl Islands Day Tours.
The Province of Perugia (Italian: Provincia di Perugia) is the larger of the two provinces in the Umbria region of Italy, comprising two-thirds of both the area and population of the region. Its capital is the city of Perugia. The province covered all of Umbria until 1927, when the province of Terni was carved out of its southern third. The province of Perugia has an area of 6,334 km² covering two-thirds of Umbria, and a total population of about 660,000. There are 59 comunes (Italian: comuni) in the province. The province has numerous tourist attractions, especially artistic and historical ones, and is home to the Lake Trasimeno, the largest lake of Central Italy. It historically the ancestral origin of the Umbri, while later it was a Roman province and then part of the Papal States until the late 19th century.
Discover the best top things to do in Canton of Schaffhausen, Switzerland including Chupiteria, Underbar, BAR No13, Absturz, Cuba Club, Wiilaedeli zum Raben.
This Italian-speaking region in Southern Switzerland is on the border with Italy. Bellinzona is the capital, and Lugano is the most important city in the canton, known for its beautiful waterfront, steep hillsides and gorgeous lake views. Castelgrande is a lovely medieval castle overlooking the city that has recently been restored. The Centovalli Railway is a scenic train that operates between Locarno, Switzerland and Domodossola, Italy, traveling through the breathtaking "Hundred Valleys." Lake Como is nearby, the home of People magazine’s “Sexiest Man Alive,” George Clooney.
Discover the best top things to do in Mortegliano, Italy including Campanile di Mortegliano, Duomo di Mortegliano, Chiesa di San Nicolo di Arnaces, Chiesa della SS. Trinita, Pro Loco Comunita di Mortegliano - Lavariano - Chiasiellis, Villa di Varmo, Villa Bossi, Alc e Ce, Chiesa di Santa Maria Annunziata, Mulini Lungo La Roggia di Palma e Il Cormor.
Nebraska has something for everyone. From cowboys to wine industry, you’ll find many attractions when you visit this Great Plains state. If you are planning a family vacation to Nebraska, you won’t want to miss the Lincoln Children's Zoo in the state capital. Featuring more than 400 animals, you and the kids can see Amur leopards, Bactrian camels, river otters, eagles, crocodiles, reindeer, and more. At the zoo’s Butterfly Pavilion you can watch as butterflies emerge from their cocoon. The Aquacourt Family Water Park in Hastings features a wave pool, climbing wall and waterslides. In Omaha, Nebraska’s largest city, you won’t want to miss the Omaha Children's Museum. For history buffs, Lincoln is your place. This city is home to the Nebraska History Museum, with permanent exhibits that interpret more than 12,000 years of human experience on the Plains. You can make history personal in Lincoln with a visit to the Nebraska State Historical Society Headquarters, where you can research your family history. Omaha is also home to The Durham Museum, featuring restored train cars, 1940's storefronts and other historical artifacts. For a bit of Nebraska heritage, make sure you visit Front Street and Cowboy Museum in Ogallala and the Tri-State Old Time Cowboys Memorial Museum in Gordon. Learn about the area’s wine industry and history on a Nebraska Cork & Bottle Tour through Raymond, Pawnee City, Lexington and St. Paul, sampling fine wines and taking in the scenic views.
Discover the best top things to do in Eslov, Sweden including Medborgarhuset, Rovarekulan, Remmarlov Gardsbryggeri, Eslovs Leksaksmuseum, Skarhults Slott, Ellinge Slott, Eslovs Golfbana, Eslov Church, Trollenas Slott, Kanotcentralen i Stockamollan.
Discover the best top things to do in Koktebel, Crimea including Water Sports Club Dyadya Kava, Bird Park Dinoteriy Koktebel, FeoParagliding Paragliding Club, Contact Zoo Rebyatam o Zveryatakh, Karadag-Tur, BlackSea Kayak.
So many of Madrid’s buildings look like castles, you’ll think you’ve stumbled into a fairytale. Even City Hall is astounding, with its white pinnacles and neo-Gothic features. A self-guided architecture tour can begin by the great bear statue in the central Puerta del Sol. Wander by the fanciful Royal Palace before absorbing the natural beauty of Retiro Park, then visit one of the city’s many museums. You could happily cap off each day by nibbling on forkfuls of paella while sipping Spanish rioja.
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