The troubled region of Nagorno-Karabakh has had a turbulent recent past, and while the fighting may have finished with a Russian-brokered ceasefire in 1994, there is still no lasting peace. As with any conflict, there are victims on both sides, including the town of Aghdam, ethically Azeri, but controlled by […]

The Santa Ynez Valley is known for its sunny weather, friendly populace, and highly attractive surroundings. Buellton has the pleasant character of a small town combined with the benefits of a city of 4700 people. This locale has a number of nice parks, considering its small size. The parks are […]

Western Tokyo is home to 26 cities, three towns and one village which were not included in the former design of Tokyo. Occupying the space that was formerly Tokyo City, Western Tokyo is also known as Tama (separate from the city of Tama). Districts within Tama include: Akasaka District, Shinjuku […]

For centuries travellers from all over the globe have come to Prague for her ancient bridges, her soaring rooftops, her alchemistic leanings, her famous castles and her golden beer. Where No Wheelchair Has Gone But woe betide the unwary traveller who arrives with crutches, a wheelchair or a pram. Prague’s […]

Once known as Mogador, after the island that shelters its bays and sandy beaches from the Atlantic trade winds, Essaouira has had its share of the checkered history of Morocco. Carthaginians and Romans passed this way, and shellfish on its rocky shoreline provided purple dye for Imperial Roman togas. Most […]

Romantic getaways are special times for couples. Weddings, honeymoons or anniversaries are great special occasions for romantic getaways. And, what about those wedding proposals or Valentine’s Day? Whatever the occasion, a cozy setting with just the right touches is always memorable. Bed and breakfast inns in Vermont offer such settings […]