In Vienna, the coffee house isn’t just a hangout: it’s an institution. Lingering over a newspaper with a pastry and a strong espresso drink is, according to UNESCO, officially a Viennese cultural pastime. Walk off your slice of Sachertorte with a self-guided tour of the city’s stunning traditional, Secessionist, and modern architecture, such as the Imperial Palace, the State Opera House, the Kirche am Steinhof, or the Kunsthistorisches Museum, an exercise in ornate geometry.
Is there anything better than stretching out like a cat in a warm patch of Jamaican sun? Only if you sprinkle your island vacation with a dash of adventure. Known fondly as “the land of wood and water,” Jamaica’s forests feature prime hiking and bird watching. History buffs can the heritage sites of Trelawny, while reggae and dancehall fans will love the authentic music clubs of Kingston. Montego Bay is perfect for snorkeling and shopping, while the spas of Ocho Rios can make any stresses melt away.
Dún Laoghaire (Irish pronunciation: [d̪ˠuːn̪ˠ ˈɫeːrʲə]) is a suburban coastal town in County Dublin, Ireland, about 12 km (7.5 miles) south of Dublin city centre. It is the county town of the Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown district. Formerly a major port of entry from Great Britain, it was known as Dunleary until 1821 when it was renamed Kingstown in honour of King George IV's visit that year, and in 1920 was given its present name, the original Irish form of Dunleary.
Huntsville is the fourth-largest city in Alabama, located in the northernmost part of the state. A city with a 200-year Southern heritage, visitors will find activities that celebrate Huntsville’s rich history, as well as attractions that highlight the city’s scientific side. At the Alabama Constitution Village, villagers in period clothing take time from their daily chores to guide you through eight reconstructed Federal style buildings. Younger visitors will love the 150 hands-on activities at the Sci-Quest Hands-on Science Center and older kids will learn what it takes to be an astronaut at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center. Looking for outings with a cultural flair? Landmarks such as the Huntsville Botanical Garden and Huntsville Museum of Art are must sees. The National Trust for Historic Preservation named Huntsville to its "America's Dozen Distinctive Destinations for 2010" list.
Discover the best top things to do in Kurgan Oblast, Russia including Kurgan Regional Local Lore Museum, Dalmatovo Historical Museum N.A. Zyryanov, Stalingrad Glory Museum, City History Museum, Kargapolsky Museum of Revolutionary Glory in Labor and Battle, The History Museum of Development of the Center of the Academician G. A. Ilizarov, Aviation Museum, Kurgan Regional Art Museum, Shadrinsk Town Museum of Local Lore named after V.P. Biryukov, Decembrists' Museum.
Discover the best top things to do in Tring, United Kingdom including Ivinghoe Beacon, Natural History Museum at Tring, College Lake Nature Reserve, Tring Local History Museum, Canalside Reservoirs, Tring Park, Tring Memorial Garden.
Discover the best top things to do in Izmir Province, Turkey including Arkas Art Center, KEY Museum, Kostem Zeytinyagi Muzesi, Saat Kulesi (Clock Tower), Tarihi Asansor, Kordonboyu, Alsancak, Cesme Castle, Forum Bornova, Pirlanta Beach.
Located on the shores of Lake Michigan, Milwaukee is perhaps best known for its famous breweries and the Major League Brewers, but there's more to the city than beer and baseball. Milwaukee is rich in historical and cultural attractions, making it the perfect place for a weekend of exploring. Check out the newly expanded Milwaukee Art Museum or the Mitchell Park Horticultural Society, which hosts an annual show of the same flora and fauna seen in Georgia O'Keefe's paintings. Those interested in the city's history can visit the grand Pabst Mansion, former home of one of the city's famous beer barons, or the Milwaukee Public Museum, to see what life was like in Old Milwaukee. If the kids are along, don't miss the Milwaukee County Zoo or the Betty Brinn Children's Museum. Of course a trip to the "Genuine American City" would not be complete without a tour of the Miller Brewing Company and a Brewers game at Miller Park.
Denison is a city in Grayson County, Texas, United States. It is 75 miles (121 km) north of Dallas. The population was 22,682 at the 2010 census. Denison is part of the Texoma region and is one of two principal cities in the Sherman–Denison Metropolitan Statistical Area. Denision is known as the birthplace of Dwight D. Eisenhower, the 34th President of the United States.
Maine has several unique regions, each with its own distinctive culture and activities. With miles of coastline, thousands of lakes, endless rivers and deep forests, visitors can find their perfect vacation spot, whether it's on a sandy beach, at a family campground or walking along Main Street in a bustling city or town. Maine is also known for abundant outdoor recreation opportunities in all four seasons, from swimming and boating in the warmer months to excellent skiing in the winter.
Discover the best top things to do in Rochefort, France including Pont Transbordeur - Maison du Transbordeur, Musee des Commerces d'Autrefois, Association Hermione-La Fayette, Musee De l' ancienne ecole De Medecine Navale, Musee Hebre, Musee de l'Aeronautique Navale, Office de Tourisme Rochefort Ocean, Corderie Royale, Musee National de la Marine, Conservatoire Du Begonia.
Barcelona feels a bit surreal – appropriate, since Salvador Dali spent time here and Spanish Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí designed several of the city’s buildings. Stepping into Gaudí’s Church of the Sacred Family is a bit like falling through the looking glass - a journey that you can continue with a visit to Park Güell. Sip sangria at a sidewalk café in Las Ramblas while watching flamboyant street performers, then create your own moveable feast by floating from tapas bar to tapas bar.
Discover the best top things to do in Tobe-cho, Japan including Tobeyaki Traditional Industry Museum, Shinmin Sakamura Memorial Museum, Tobe Pottery Museum, Hatsuyukihai Brewery Museum, Talk Gallery Shion, Mura-no-Eki Gohommatsu, Kyonoyakata, Saibi Gallery.
Discover the best top things to do in Palatinate Forest, Germany including Dahner Felsenwanderweg, Burgruine Hardenburg, Fritz Walter Stadion, Dynamikum, Gradierwerk Bad Durkheim (Saline), Gartenschau Kaiserslautern, Burg Hohenecken, Planet Bowling, Klosterruine Limburg, Weingut Fitz-Ritter & Sektkellerei Fitz.
Discover the best top things to do in Anan-cho, Japan including Kajika no Yu, Michi-no-Eki Sinsyuniinosengokudaira, Wachino Onsen, Anan-Cho Rural Cultural Tradition Center, Anan-Cho Fossil Museum.
Market Harborough is a market town within the Harborough district of Leicestershire, England. It has a population of 22,911 (2011) and is the administrative headquarters of Harborough District Council. It sits on the Northamptonshire-Leicestershire border. The town was formerly at a crossroads for both road and rail; however the A6 now bypasses the town to the east and the A14 which carries east-west traffic is 6 miles (9.7 km) to the south. The town is served by East Midlands Trains with direct services to Leicester, Nottingham, Sheffield, Derby and St Pancras International. Rail services to Rugby and Peterborough ended in 1966.
French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.
Discover the best top things to do in Grey County, United States including Loft Gallery, MacLean's Ales Inc., Coffin Ridge Boutique Winery, The Olde Stanton Store, The Thornbury Harbour, Tom Thomson Art Gallery, Indian Falls Conservation Area, Pretty River Valley Provincial Park, Harrison Park, Beaver Valley Orchard and Cidery.
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