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Karlovy Vary, Czechia: A travel guide for first-time visitors

Bohemia’s spa town is health-driven and defiantly old-fashioned. What is Karlovy Vary all about? Karlovy Vary (formerly known as Carlsbad) in Czechia, has been a spa town for centuries. Huddled around a valley in the west Bohemian hills, Karlovy Vary has made its fortune and…

The Anzac Memorial in Sydney, New South Wales.

Plan your visit to the Anzac Memorial in Sydney: Opening hours, ticket prices and parking

The Anzac Memorial in Sydney stands as one of Australia’s most important monuments, commemorating the service and sacrifice of Australian men and women in war. Situated in Hyde Park South, this elegant Art Deco structure is both a place of remembrance and a museum offering…

A kangaroo on the beach at Cape Hillsborough, Queensland.

8 extraordinary beaches in Australasia

From pink or black sand to wildlife on the beach and incredible surf, these are eight of the most incredible beaches in Australasia. Cape Hillsborough, Australia Hefty Queensland tides change the look every few hours, covering and uncovering a causeway leading out to an island…

Plan your visit to Lane Cove National Park: Opening hours, ticket prices and parking

The bushland beauty of Lane Cove National Park offers a tranquil escape within Sydney’s northern suburbs. Here’s everything you need to know before visiting, from opening hours and ticket prices to parking and nearby attractions. History and overview of Lane Cove National Park Lane Cove…

The Africa Hinterland safari truck at Liliesleaf Farm, Johannesburg.

Liliesleaf Farm – the secret hideout where South Africa’s future changed

The museum at Liliesleaf Farm in Johannesburg offers fascinating insights into the struggle against Apartheid. Liliesleaf Farm in 1963 History is full of great what-ifs, and one of the moments those great counterfactuals swing on took place at Liliesleaf Farm. Now consumed by Johannesburg’s wealthy…

Alcázar of Segovia: Hours, ticket prices, parking & visitor tips

First time visiting Alcázar of Segovia in Spain? This guide covers opening hours, ticket prices, how to get there, what to expect — and nearby attractions. What is the Alcázar of Segovia The Alcázar of Segovia is a castle-fortress perched atop a rocky crag where…

The Giant Ned Kelly in Glenrowan, Victoria.

On the Ned Kelly trail in Victoria’s High Country

Explore the Ned Kelly trail in Victoria's High Country, visiting historical sites like the Beechworth courthouse and the infamous siege location of Glenrowan. The Stringybark Creek campground in the Wombat Ranges It is fitting that the crucial twist in the most Australian of stories took…

Seven Magic Mountains near Las Vegas, Nevada.

Is Seven Magic Mountains worth visiting from Las Vegas?

Visit Seven Magic Mountains, a striking art installation of brightly-colored rock towers in the Nevada desert. Find out if it is worth the drive from Las Vegas. What is Seven Magic Mountains? Seven Magic Mountains is a location-specific public art installation by Swiss artist Ugo…

Where locals eat and drink in Las Vegas

Find out where locals eat and drink in Las Vegas. Discover bars and restaurants off the Strip, including Carson Kitchen and The Laundry Room. Beerhaus Locals tend to avoid the Strip wherever possible, with the Beerhaus a notable exception – largely because it’s next to…

Cape du Couedic Lighthouse, Kangaroo Island: Hours, entry & visitor tips

First time visiting Cape du Couedic Lighthouse on Kangaroo Island, South Australia? This guide covers opening hours, entry details, how to get there, what to expect — and nearby attractions. Overview of Cape du Couedic Lighthouse Cape du Couedic Lighthouse stands on the rugged south-west…