Historical destinations

St Louis, Missouri

Sitting near the confluence of two great North American rivers — the Mississippi and the Missouri — the St. Louis region has been a favored destination since Lewis & Clark began their historic westward discovery here in 1804. St. Louis is spread along 19 miles of the Mississippi River shoreline. Dubbed the “Gateway to the West,” St. Louis welcomes its visitors with the world’s tallest arch (630 ft.) which was completed in 1965 as a monument to Thomas Jefferson and the westward expansion of the United States. The Gateway Arch is the centerpiece of the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial and has become an internationally famous symbol of the city.

Taormina

Over the years, Taormina has been a magnificent source of inspiration for artists from all over the world - celebrated as the idyllic spot par excellence, it represents the ideal place to escape from the chaos of the city life. Romantically located 200m above the sea level, it has picturesquely settled on a coastal terrace, overlooking the vastness of the Ionian Sea. The mild temperature that rarely goes below +11 and the natural beauty of the hill where the city has risen up, are complemented by the view of the Etna Volcano in all its magnificence.

Muscat

Nestled between the imposing Al Hajar Mountains and salty waters of the Arabian Sea is Muscat, the cosmopolitan Omani capital. Now home to almost half the country's population, the city is an expat's darling and has a lot to offer in the way of historical sights, culture and entertainment. Muscat has managed to remain relatively concealed from the touristic eye and retains a sense of inwardness and an unspoiled quality long lost by some of its comparable Emirati neighbors.

The London Story - Tower of London

Meet Barney, Yeoman Warder of The Tower of London, in his home and workplace at the royal palace and discover his legendary London story from his passion for making sure the ravens stay at The Tower to his pride in carrying out one of the oldest traditional ceremonies in history. Discover more London stories www.visitlondon.com/story

London Showreel

Find out why London is the best big city on Earth to live in, visit, study in, and for business.

Sharjah

Sharjah, the not-so-obvious UAE destination for many, unjustly remains in the shadows of its glistening immediate neighbor of Dubai. In the meantime, few are aware Sharjah was named Capital of Islamic Culture (2014) and Cultural Capital of the Arab World by UNESCO sixteen years prior - and for good reason. Sharjah's Heritage Area is home to multiple historic sites and museums, and the Emirate itself boasts recent, modern additions to its art and entertainment scenes enough to compensate for the strict "no-alcohol" regulations.

Traverse City, Michigan

Traverse City’s claim to fame is its position as the largest producer of tart cherries in the United States. The Michigan city hosts annual events to celebrate the cherry harvests, which attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors. The land is also ripe for Traverse City’s numerous vineyards, which place it among the Midwest’s top centers of wine production. After touring the orchards and attending the wine tasting events, head to Traverse City’s freshwater beaches, the National Lakeshore, downhill skiing areas, and verdant forests.

Matsuyama

Matsuyama is the biggest city on the island of Shikoku, Japan. It's also the capital of Ehime Prefecture. Matsuyama is a vibrant city of living traditions, set against a backdrop of historical buildings, where haiku poetry is still enjoyed as a part of daily life. A full calendar of seasonal festivals means that there's always something eye-catching going on. The city is served by a network of vintage trams and steam trains, so getting about is easy. Matsuyama also has miles of sandy beaches in this city framing the beautiful, island-studded, Seto Inland Sea.

Karlshamn - En plats för liv och lust SWE

Karlshamn är en livfull och charmig kuststad med en spännande historia och skärgården inpå knutarna. Ute på öarna och längs havsbandet vimlar det förstås av smultronställen men ta dig gärna inåt landet också. Där väntar gröna skogar och sköna upplevelser. I Karlshamn finns det mycket att roa sig med och mycket att se, oavsett vad du gillar.

Ta'if

Rose aroma fills the air in Ta'if, a scenic Sauidi town whose fertile lands are dotted with abundant rose and fruit orchards. Nestled amidst the Shafa Mountain range not far from Mecca, Ta'if historically used to be a major commercial hub for countries of the Arabian Peninsula, but has now transformed into a popular summer holiday destination with well-developed infrastructure, magnificent natural beauty and a mild climate - in pleasant contrast to much of the country.

Bremen - Made of stars

Join us on an enthralling journey through Bremen: you’ll be amazed by the variety on offer in the city on the Weser. Bremen’s highlights range from historical sights such as the UNESCO World Heritage town hall and Roland statue through to north Germany’s biggest fun fair, the Freimarkt. The city also presents a whole host of theatres and museums, sporting events such as the SixDays cycle race and behind-the-scenes insights at Mercedes-Benz and the Beck’s brewery, not to mention the labyrinth of narrow lanes in the Schnoor quarter and the vibrant boutiques of Bremen’s Viertel district. Don’t just take our word for it – come and see for yourself. We look forward to your visit!