The Hyde Park Barracks in Sydney, New South Wales.

Sydney’s Top 10 Historic Museums: Where the Past Comes Alive

For a relatively young city, Sydney in New South Wales is packed with history. And these ten Sydney history museums are among the best places to explore it. Australian National Maritime Museum Perched on Darling Harbour's waterfront, this museum opened in 1991 and celebrates Australia's…
The flagship Haribo store in Bonn, Germany.

Sweet history in Bonn: visiting the home of Haribo

Visit Bonn, the birthplace of Haribo, and explore the sweet history, from the flagship city-centre shop to the sprawling factory outlet, perfect for gummy enthusiasts. This article was updated in March 2026 to add more detail, opening hours and nearby attractions. Shopping on Am Neutor…

Aya Universe, Dubai: Ticket prices, hours & visitor guide (2026)

When I first stepped into Aya Universe, I thought I'd wandered onto a film set. Digital flowers bloomed underfoot, robotic lights danced across mirrored walls, and a waterfall flowed upwards — actually upwards — defying physics entirely. This isn't a museum or traditional attraction; it's…
The Aitutaki Lagoon, the Cook Islands.

10 astonishing lagoons around the world for your bucket list

Explore 10 astonishing lagoons around the world, from the Cook Islands and Bora Bora to Iceland's glacial Jökulsárlón, for your travel bucket list. There are few geographical features that are as reliably sexy as a lagoon. Usually, they're the stuff jealousy-inducing holiday photos are made…
The Tomb of Imam Reza in Mashhad, Iran.

9 massive cities you’ve probably never heard of

Around the world, there are several tiny places that for one reason or another, most people recognise. Stratford-upon-Avon, Lourdes and Waterloo fall into that category. But what about the flipside – the enormous cities that only the most ardent map geeks can bring to mind?…