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Central Coast Hotels
Central Coast Information
The Central Coast of New South Wales, Australia defines the area between Lake Macquarie and Sydney. Despite the name, the region actually refers to a stretch of urban sprawl that contains some 300,000 people. Subject to a phenomenal rise in population growth of late, terms like “sustainable development” and “water conservation” have become a regular part of the local lexicon.
Potential threats of suburban expansion aside, the Central Coast offers many notable points of interest. A location astride the Sydney-Newcastle Freeway certainly helps ferry a steady stream of tourists to coastal suburbs like Ettalong Beach, The Entrance and Terrigal. While resorts up and down the coast offer typical holiday fare, the veritable charm of the Central Coast comes through in places like the Australian Walkabout Wildlife Park, Bouddi National Park and Lion Island Nature Reserve. Last but not least, when you visit the Central Coast, remember to pack your surfboard and golf clubs.
Carnarvon Hotels
Carnarvon, Australia
Carnarvon is a large and thriving desert oasis nestled at the mouth of the Gascoyne River on the Indian Ocean, just over 900 km (339 miles) north of Perth on the North West Coastal Highway. Carnarvon offers sparkling beaches, brilliant displays of wildflowers and spectacular ocean blowholes. The popular Shark Bay World Heritage Area lies to the south of the town, and the Ningaloo Reef lies to the north.
Byron Bay Surrounds Hotels
Burnie Hotels
Burnie, Australia
Burnie, a picturesque port town on the northwest coast of Tasmania, is a favourite holiday destination on the island. Located on Emu Bay, the city has interesting museums such as the Pioneer Village Museum, natural sites and stunning scenery at the Little Penguin Observation Centre. From waterfalls to scenic drives and gardens, the town of Burnie has it all!
Broome Hotels
Booming Broome
Founded by Japanese pearlers who worked with Aboriginal divers to discover the white gold beneath the waves, Broome offers a unique cultural blend of Asian, indigenous and colonial culture that can be seen in the Japanese Cemetery, the Dreamtime art on display in the Broome Courthouse Markets and the Old Pearler’s Quarters.
As soon as you arrive in Broome, you’ll feel something shift as the red dirt gives way to the white sands and turquoise waters of Cable Beach. Some say the change is brought about by the spirit of the old people, others that it’s due to the beauty of the contrasting colours. Or perhaps it’s the wafts of marijuana smoke coming from the beach as dreadlocked backpackers twirl their fire poi in the dusk… But whatever is responsible, you’ll soon be operating on ‘Broome Time’ – which is just a better way to be living.
Bridport Hotels
Boonah Hotels
Bicheno Hotels
Bicheno, Australia
Bicheno, a town situated on the east coast of Tasmania, Australia, is a picturesque paradise that is easy to reach from both Hobart and Launceston by way of the Tasman Highway. From scuba diving in the clear blue waters to the lush Freycinet National Park, this East Coast town will certainly deliver whatever a visitor’s holiday heart might desire.
Benalla, VIC Hotels
Beachport, SA Hotels
Barwon Heads Hotels
Barwon Heads-Australia
The coastal township of Barwon Heads is situated on the mouth of the Barwon River on Australia’s Bellarine Peninsula.
Fronting Bass Strait, windswept surfing beaches challenge many a surfer, while golfers can find their own challenges on the Barwon Heads Golf Course, reputed world-wide for its challenges.
During low tide visitors can spot the boilers of the Orungal (left when salvage crews dismantled the vessel) that ran around in 1940.
Bairnsdale, VIC Hotels
Bairnsdale, Victoria, Australia
Bairnsdale, known as the “Western Gateway” to the region of East Gippsland, is 177 miles (285 km) east of Melbourne and situated on the banks of the Mitchell River. Bairnsdale radiates an atmosphere that is both country and commercial, and visitors will enjoy the magnificent attractions and scenery filled with lakes, mountains and rivers. When visiting Victoria, Australia, tourists should plan to spend several days exploring this city.
Atherton Tablelands Hotels
Atherton Tablelands-Queensland, Australia
Atherton Tablelands in Queensland, Australia is a nature lover’s dream. The area is characterised by lush tropical rainforests teeming with plentiful wildlife, including the musky rat kangaroo and many species of birds. Visitors can stop by the famous Curtain Fig Tree or take in the many beautiful volcanic crater lakes around the area, such as Lake Eacham and Mt Hypipamee Crater before checking out the many charming country towns.
Ararat Hotels
Ararat, Australia
Ararat is located in the southwest portion of Victoria, Australia; it is 105 km away from Melbourne, one of the major cities in the country. In 1857, gold was discovered in the city that resulted in its sudden progress. Today, the city continues to awe tourists with its rich resources and beauty.
Albury Hotels
Albury, Australia
Albury, whose twin city is Wodonga, is found in New South Wales and is a popular resting place between Sydney and Melbourne. Set along the Hume Highway, the city is packed with outdoor adventures and attractions. For those coming from other parts of the world, this Australian destination is worth the long journey.
Agnes Water Hotels
Agnes Water, Australia
Agnes Water is located in Queensland, Australia, approximately 50 km (31 miles) from Bruce Highway, a major coastal route. Surrounded by national parks, the area is renowned for its history and rugged beauty and has long been a favourite spot for fishing, swimming, sailing, diving, bushwalking and bird watching, to name a few. Visitors are sure to find something they love in Agnes Water.
Townsville Hotels
Tremendous Townsville
Don’t bother with the GPS or Google Maps – just head north and when you see boutique cafés drizzled along the Queensland Riviera, a sky-high cityscape jutting into the horizon as the sun sets and some of the best diving spots in the world, you’ll know you’ve reached Townsville. As a modern cosmopolitan town with a unique country vibe, Townsville invites you take a spell in the ‘outback by the sea’.
Scramble to the summit to take in the panoramic views at the top of Castle Hill, or take a more leisurely stroll along the lush beachfront esplanade on the Strand.For more info than you can poke a stick at – from shipwrecks to the rainforest – check out the sprawling Museum of Tropical Queensland. And once you’re done sightseeing, kick back marina-side at one of Townsville’s trendy local nightspots.
Port Stephens Hotels
Pampering Port Stephens
It doesn’t take a massive leap of imagination to work out why Port Stephens is known as ‘blue water paradise’. With an abundance of beaches and bays located just a couple of hours drive north of Sydney, Port Stephens is the perfect getaway for a blood-pumping adventure and/or some good old-fashioned recreational sitting – no matter whether you want to go for a weekend or forever!
Port Stephens puts a premium on variety. Take a stroll along the ‘shipwreck coast’ and discover the renowned 30-year-old Sygna Shipwreckon Stockton Beach. Or really let go of the city and take a trek into nature at the Tomaree National Park. Or just kick back by the waves and while the weekend away on One Mile Beach. The only question is: which do you want to do first? …
Newcastle Hotels
Nonchalant Newcastle
Originally the destination for the worst-behaved convicts in the 1800s, Newcastle has taken it all in stride and is thriving as a vibrant cultural epicentre with just a hint of its mischievous past. For a high-end boutique city with a laid-back beach-bum vibe that is little more than an hour from Sydney, whatever you want from Newcastle the Novocastrians have you covered.
Immerse yourself in the culture of Newcastle and admire work by some of Australia’s finest artists – including Brett Whiteley, Sidney Nolan and Russell Drysdale – at the Newcastle Region Art Gallery. Soak up the sun and relax by the city at Bar Beach, then party into the wee hours of the morning with a local craft beer at the Queen’s Wharf Brewery.
Launceston Hotels
Launceston Rundown
Launceston, or ‘Lonnie’ to locals, is Tasmania’s second biggest city. Perhaps not as smart and cosmopolitan as Hobart, but if its colonial heritage you crave, you couldn’t choose better, because Launceston, founded in 1806, is one of the oldest cities in Australia.
And if it’s history you’re after, Launceston has not only plenty of its own historic buildings, some dating back to Georgian times, but some imported ones. The Penny Royal World is a collection of historical buildings which originally stood near Cressy and were moved to Launceston, stone by excruciating stone. They include a working watermill, windmill, and corn mill – with a tramway link from the Gunpowder Mill.
Central Coast Hotels
Central Coast Information
The Central Coast of New South Wales, Australia defines the area between Lake Macquarie and Sydney. Despite the name, the region actually refers to a stretch of urban sprawl that contains some 300,000 people. Subject to a phenomenal rise in population growth of late, terms like “sustainable development” and “water conservation” have become a regular part of the local lexicon.
Potential threats of suburban expansion aside, the Central Coast offers many notable points of interest. A location astride the Sydney-Newcastle Freeway certainly helps ferry a steady stream of tourists to coastal suburbs like Ettalong Beach, The Entrance and Terrigal. While resorts up and down the coast offer typical holiday fare, the veritable charm of the Central Coast comes through in places like the Australian Walkabout Wildlife Park, Bouddi National Park and Lion Island Nature Reserve. Last but not least, when you visit the Central Coast, remember to pack your surfboard and golf clubs.
Busselton Hotels
Bustling Busselton
There is no shortage of turquoise waters and outstanding natural landscapes in the WA seaside town of Busselton. Still retaining a lot of its settler history, even a daytrip to Busselton from Perth can leave you feeling refreshed and just a little charmed.
Busselton Pier is the longest wooden pier in the Southern Hemisphere. While you’re on it, take a gander out to the horizon and contemplate the concept of eternity (heavy, man) before visiting Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse. Then enjoy an afternoon picnic on the calming shores of the Yass Riverwith your beloved – or, at the very least, a beloved piece of brie.And of all the sunsets you’re ever likely to see, we’re betting watching the ol’ yellow ball in the sky go to sleep over stunning Geographe Baywill take some beating…
Ayers Rock Hotels
Awesome Ayers Rock
Ayers Rock, better known these days as Uluru, is one of the most important sites on Aussie soil – and not just because it is now World Heritage-listed.
‘The Rock’ sits in the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, a place that is definitely worth exploring. When you visit the Olgas/Kata Tjuta (and you really,really need to), make sure you go on the Valley of the Winds Walk, a 7km (4.3 miles) track that will take you through the most unbelievable spots. And while you’re in the region, don’t forget to hit up the Kalpa Lookout for a phenomenal view. If you’re not down/fit enough for a 7km hike, the much shorter 1.5km (0.9miles) Olga Gorge Walk is an option. Watarrka National Park is another desert treat. Spy on native wildlife while you (safely) soak up the rays from that big ball of fire in the sky.
Port Douglas Hotels
Port Douglas Perfection
Located in tropical Far North Queensland, 66km above Cairns, Port Douglas is one of the most naturally glamorous locations in the country and accommodates everyone from big-time stars (Kylie!) to bushwalking and nature enthusiasts looking to explore the incredible eco system of the Daintree.
Famous for watersports and serious icons like Four Mile Beach the Daintree Rainforest and the nearby Great Barrier Reef, Port Douglas is one of Australia’s most beautiful and unspoilt areas. With more postcard-perfect vistas than you can poke a Canon at, weather that sits at a constant 30 degrees and a rich indigenous culture still very much a part of local life, Port Douglas is the perfect holiday destination for every taste.
Hunter Valley Hotels
Hunter Valley Rundown
Add lush green valleys, the mighty Hunter River, a warm wet climate and fertile soil and what do you get? Australia’s best wine producing region – that’s what. The region is home to hundreds of wineries, including some of Australia’s most prestigious wine labels such as Lindeman’s, Wyndham Estate, McGuigan’s and Tyrell’s. If you’re a wine buff, a tour of some of the wineries is a must, and many offer wine tastings as well as a trip around the vineyards.
Darwin Hotels
Delightful Darwin
If you replace the cowboys with British backpackers and the gunfighters with Steve Irwin imitators, Darwin has a Wild West sort of energy. Sitting all alone at the top of Australia, it’s a little kooky but at the same time very endearing. In fact, most people who have decided to call this place home in the last 40 years have done so after intending to merely stop by.
Darwinites aren’t too big on the modern fashion and beauty scene, but you can get a good exfoliation by having small fish eat your dead skin at Aquascene! If you’re looking to spot something a little bigger, the Adelaide River hosts crocodile-feeding tours, or enjoy the mix of mellow and metropolitan with a movie under the stars at the Deckchair Cinema – torrential rain and cyclones permitting…
Alice Springs Hotels
Awesome Alice Springs
Smack bang in the red centre, Alice Springs is no spring chicken. In fact, it’s been inhabited for up to 30,000 years. Today, Alice Springs is both a tourist hub for the surrounding areas and a wonderful mix of European and Aboriginal influences. The Olive Pink Botanic Garden, for example, features native desert plants rather than the usual flowers and rolling green lawns.
Whitsundays Hotels
Wonderful Whitsundays
We’re spoilt for choice when it comes to holiday destinations in Australia and naming the pick of the bunch is no easy task. But the Whitsundays have got to be in the running. This island cluster sits right in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef and is about as heavenly as it gets. From the iconic luxury of Hamilton Island to the charm of mainland Proserpine, the Whitsundays will see you OMGing at every turn.
Sunshine Coast Hotels
Walking on Sunshine (and don’t it feel good!)
As far as Aussie treasures go, Queensland’s Sunshine Coast is easily the most aptly named. With clear blue waters and some of the richest natural habitats on the planet, the Sunshine Coast is a magnet for tourists the world over – and a reminder to those of us who live in Australia that not all of this wide brown land is, in fact, brown.
From luxe Noosa Heads to the packed-out sunny beaches of Caloundra, the Sunshine Coast is every beach-lover’s paradise.
Perth Hotels
Pure Perth
The only major city on the ‘other’ side of Australia, it’s easy to forget about little ol’ Perth. Overshadowed by its extraverted siblings, Sydney, Melbourne and the Gold Coast, Perth often gets shafted when it comes to the popular tourist trail. They say, however, that the best revenge is a life well lived, and instead of shaking its fist at those showy East Coast braggarts, Perth is more than happy to keep its pristine beaches, breathtaking sunsets and wide, traffic-free roads a secret.
Margaret River Wine Region Hotels
The Margaret River Rundown
The Margaret River wine region, located inland from the southwest coast of Western Australia, is awash with wine-makers passionate about their craft. Australia’s wine scene has grown to international recognition over time, and many of its famous varieties originate in the Margaret River wine region. Coupled with its drop-dead gorgeous scenery, world-class surfing beaches and vibrant arts community, this beautiful corner of the earth has become an exciting and popular holiday destination for travellers all over the globe. It is also home to the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park that contains several hundred caves.
Hobart Hotels
Humble Hobart
Let’s face it, taking the mick out of Tasmania comes just below cricket in terms of national sport. Yet there’s a ring of truth to the postcards sold in Hobart featuring a map of Australia with the mainland renamed ‘North Island’ – and you begin to get the feeling that maybe, just maybe, we’ve got this whole superiority over Tasmania thing the wrong way around.
As the Port Arthur ruins show, Hobart began life as a particularly harsh penal colony, but has now blossomed into a city of beauty, wonder and some damn fine facilities. It’s a quiet cultural achiever, rivalling Melbourne’s somewhat pretentious art scene with the MONA and Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery.
Coffs Harbour Hotels
Captivating Coffs Harbour
Nestled in a unique position in northern New South Wales, Coffs Harbour sits between the majestic Aussie east coast with its unrivalled beaches, and the lush valleys bordering the Great Dividing Range. Which means that for sun, sand and surf (and giant bananas), there is no better place in the country than Coffs Harbour.
Coffs, as the locals call it, is the kind of place where you can do as much or as little as you like. Discover a hidden treasure trove of natural splendour in the Coffs Harbour Botanic Garden, take a boat cruise from the harbour and come across the majestic lighthouse perched atop the rocky outcrop of South Solitary Island, or just chill out as you cruise along the Coffs Harbour coast – beer in hand – on the Spirit of Coffs Harbour.
Cairns Hotels
Cool Cairns
If you’re not a fan of the outdoors, you’re in the wrong city. Cairns is a tropical gem that is the perfect base for visitors wanting to dive the Great Barrier Reef and submerge themselves in the Daintree Rainforest. In fact, Cairns has so many adrenaline-packed activities that it makes braving the sometimes torrential rain and sweltering tropical heat well worth it.
Blue Mountains Hotels
Breathtaking Blue Mountains
Gaze though the blue-hazed peaks of the dramatic cliffs and canyons that spread across the horizon in the dense beauty that is the Blue Mountains. Close enough to Sydney for a day trip (a mere 100km to the west), but far enough into the wilderness that you will never want to leave.
Explore a town that is bursting with history on the Katoomba Heritage and Art Walk, discover the home of ‘The Magic Pudding’ (and pick up a watercolour) at the Norman Lindsay Gallery and Museum, or be blown away as the secrets of the Blue Mountains are revealed on the big screen (and when we say ‘big’ screen, we mean six-storeys-high big!) at The Edge Cinema in Katoomba. There’s also charming Leura, with its antique shops and teahouses, and a range of nature walks for people of all fitness levels.
Sydney Hotels
Sensational Hotels in Sydney
Sydney is renowned for its iconic Harbour Bridge,Opera House and the magnificent Sydney Harbour itself. If that is not enough there are the world famous city beaches like Bondi, Coogee and Manly– that first draws the eye, but there’s a surprising depth of character just below Sydney’s surface. For starters, there’s historic Sydney. Circular Quay was the landing place of the First Fleet and, really, the birthplace of modern, European Australia. In The Rocks, meanwhile, you can find many world-class restaurants as well as other world class tourist attractions such as the Sydney Harbour Bridge climb, The Museum of Contemporary Art and the Sydney Observatory.
Melbourne Hotels
Melbourne Matters
Walking around Melbourne, you could be forgiven for thinking you’d landed in a Swedish art house movie, because so many people are wearing black. But two important things will tell you that you haven’t. Firstly, trams – and strange tram-related road rules – have never appeared in a Swedish art house movie. And secondly, Melbourne shows her true colours in so many other ways beyond sombre sartorial style.
Like in the proudly displayed flags and scarves of her many AFL Football (Aussie Rules) teams like Carltonand Hawthorn, or in the bright, helpful attitude of her residents, who seem more authentic and eager than Sydneysiders. Or in her passion for music and the arts; in the hole-in-the-wall pubs along Brunswick Street, where you can catch up-and-coming bands play free any night of the week.
Gold Coast Hotels
Glamorous Gold Coast
While Sydney encourages you to dig a little deeper to uncover its sensitive soul and Melbourne likes to get all arty on you, the Gold Coast makes no such requests. And when you’re as pretty as the Gold Coast, skin-deep is really the only level you need.
Granted, the Gold Coast has the scenic vistas of Tamborine Mountain and The Hinterlands, but that’s not why you really came here. The city’s hedonistic pleasures are out, proud and on display, which is why you never have to look far on the Gold Coast for beauty, excitement or fun.
Canberra Hotels
Charming Canberra
When most Aussies think of Canberra, two Ps – penny-bangers and pollies – spring to mind, due to the ready availability of fireworks for sale and the ready availability of people in suits to pontificate outside Parliament House. But is that reason enough to go there?
For years, you had to seek out Canberra’s attractions – which were far from apparent on the long drive down Northbourne Avenue into a seemingly deserted City Centre. Now, though, thanks to ANU students and an infusion of young urban professionals chasing the best pay packets in the country, Canberra is adopting more of the café and pub culture seen in Sydney and Melbourne. Its sprawling suburbs (especially trendy neighbourhoods like Lyneham and Braddon) are even developing their own cultural scenes.
Brisbane Hotels
Beautiful Brisbane
Once overshadowed in terms of tourist appeal by its showy southern neighbour, Surfer’s Paradise, Brisbane has come into its own in recent years to exemplify everything that a contemporary Australian city can be.
With the industry and innovation of a much larger city but a small-town, laid-back and friendly feel that oozes Queensland charm, Brisbane enjoys the best of both worlds.
Brisbane’s locals are a huge part of what makes it so appealing, and from passionate party-goers that support the thriving electronic music scene in Fortitude Valley to the sports-mad fans that pack out Suncorp Stadium and the Gabba, and even the black-clad, rainbow-haired, skateboard-clutching youths that seem to be a constant fixture around Queen Street Mall, there’s an enthusiasm that seems to infect the Brisbane population.
Adelaide Hotels
Amazing Adelaide
Adelaide is often referred to as the ‘City of Churches’, which is partly why Aussies who don’t live there dismiss it as boring. Yes, there is a fair bit of religious architecture like Holy Trinity Church, but there are also plenty of pubs, clubs and places of sporting worship (Adelaide Oval) for those who like to play instead of pray!
Throw in the fact that the Adelaide Festival is the second-largest fringe festival in the world, and you soon realise you’re in a city that simply enjoys thinking a little differently to the rest of the country. With the Barossa Valley on its doorstep, Adelaide is the wine capital of Australia. Visit the National Wine Centre to find out why, then spend the rest of the time feeling completely blissed!
San Francisco Hotels
Special San Francisco
From the outside, San Francisco is a little daunting. With so much to look at and so much going on, it’s hard to know where or who to start with. But if you play your cards right, you’ll end up feeling so trendy it hurts.
If it exists, you’ll find here. San Francisco is like a giant cocktail – you’re never really sure what the ingredients are, but you know you want to drink it for the rest of your life.
The mix starts at Fisherman’s Wharf for relaxing seafood snacking, then ferries over to The Rock for a tour ofAlcatraz. Shake it up in San Fran’s Chinatown and then see the star of the show, the Golden Gate Bridge fromFort Point, Baker Beach or Marin Headlands – or get the true experience by walking straight across it.
Manchester Hotels
Marvellous Manchester
Sure, London gets all the international attention, but as far as innovation goes, it reached its peak a while back. Manchester on the other hand is a constantly evolving city, moving forward in leaps and bounds to become a thriving cultural and economic metropolis. The Beeb is even moving much of its operations from London to Manchester, evidence that this city is constantly coming into its own.
Manchester is the birthplace of so many world-changing innovations. The industrial revolution, the first computer, radio astronomy and Joy Division (and, yes, Oasis) are all prime examples of its importance as a global city.
Los Angeles Hotels
Los Angeles Lowdown
When people (mostly people who live on America’s East Coast) say they don’t like Los Angeles, they probably mean they don’t like Hollywood. ‘It’s too superficial,’ they argue. Or Beverly Hills (‘too superficial’). Or Bel-Air (‘it’s too – what’s the word? – superficial’).
Well, of course it’s superficial. Modern Los Angeles has been built around the fantasy and make-believe that is the movies. It’s the definition of superficiality, so when visiting it, stop trying to sound all cultivated and whatnot, hire a convertible, drive down Rodeo Drive, suppress your natural instinct to laugh at the posers on Muscle Beach and embrace your inner, like, airhead.
Glasgow Hotels
Great Glasgow
From the culture on offer at the Glasgow School of Art to the picturesque scenery of the Botanic Gardens, Glasgow has its own unique personality and pride.
As well filling your days with quirky museums like the Scottish Football Museum, your nights are also taken care of with a host of pubs, bars, clubs and restaurants to revel it up with Glasgow’s hearty partygoers. The once buzzing rave scene has evolved into a more chilled-out nightlife, for which both parents and police alike seem grateful!
Dubai Hotels
Dazzling Dubai
Dubai will be with you soon, darling. She’s just getting her nails and hair done for the VIP poolside dinner tonight. Bring on the champagne… this is holidaying at its most fabulous!
From the outside, Dubai (although its citizens may disagree) is a bit like a drag show – impressive, indulgent, over the top and a little hard to believe. Look at the Burj Khalifa – the world’s tallest building, or the Nad al-Sheba Club, where the global elite flock to have a punt. But take the time to peel away the layers and you’re left with something rather sweet and beautiful.
Bali Hotels
Brilliant Bali
Bali is like a pick and mix of sweets and lollies. Yes, you can drink and dance to excess, but you can also take advantage of the cultural smorgasbord of nature, art and spirituality at theMuseum Rudana or Besakih Temple. Or explore the wildlife at Bali Safari and Marine Park or Ubud’s Elephant Safari Park.Or if you’re simply looking for some R&R and work on your tan, there are a number of picturesque spots to choose from, including Benoa, Lovina, or Candidasa.
Even aside from the stunning beaches of Kuta, Nusa Dua and Seminyak or the more traditional cultural hub ofUbud, there are towns and smaller islands waiting for you to discover. Lombok Island is a hidden gem, or explore the west coast to find forests, wet rice fields and beautiful natural landscape.
Tokyo Hotels
Tokyo Touchdown
Tokyo is a futuristic fun town, with high-flying fashion and more Michelin star-rated restaurants than any other city in the world. Despite its cosmopolitan façade, Tokyo is steeped in tradition and strict cultural etiquette – which will become obvious if you think talking on the train is acceptable (tsk tsk!).
Stay in one of Shinjuku or Minato’s five-star hotels, or under the sleazy neon lights of an infamous ‘Love Hotel’ in Shibuya. Either way, make sure you perfect the obligatory peace-sign pose before taking to the streets.
New York Hotels
New York, New York!
Ah, the Big Apple. The quintessential, bustling metropolis; seductive, sexy and just a little bit dangerous. It’s the place where dreams are made of (and quite a few have been broken). If you can make it there, you’ll make it anywhere…
From its rich, cultural roots and diversity to its glam lifestyle and incredible high-rise architecture like the Chrysler Building, it’s hard not to fall in love with New York City. Well, maybe lust more than love. Regardless, New York City can satisfy even the pickiest traveller so well that a post-visit cigarette may be necessary.
Macau Hotels
The Macau Rundown
Macau was once on par with Las Vegas as a hub of casino tourism but in recent years, the competition has taken on a Harlem Globetrotters vs. Washington Generals tone, with the city in the Nevada desert the patent loser. Indeed, the tiny special administrative region of the People’s Republic of China is a rocket-rise free-market triumph under the “one country, two systems” policy and has left a considerable wake for also-rans to drift in over the past decade. If you measure success in cold economic numbers like GDP per capita and GDP growth, as a lot of analysts do, Macau is a global force to contend with, not just in the future, but now.
Las Vegas Hotels
Viva Las Vegas
Whether you fly in or drive up, as soon as you see Sin City, you just know you’re in for a good time. A banner at the airport invites you to ‘Eat, Drink and Be Rowdy’, and the only people you see are either just arriving, bright-eyed and fidgety with excitement, or just leaving, ragged and hungover, with the hollow-eyed look of folks who can’t quite figure out how they spent the last few days.
Las Vegas is a smorgasbord of shows, super-clubs, great restaurants, booze and mind-boggling hotel-casinos. It is the ultimate city of excess, from the live lions that roam an exhibit inside the MGM Grand to the star-spangled ceiling of the Venetian.
Edinburgh Hotels
Electrifying Edinburgh
Edinburgh, the capital city of Scotland and one of the most vibrant cities in the United Kingdom, is truly a gem. Thanks to the world-famous Fringe Festivaland the unique buzz that is Hogmanay (you’ll never experience a New Year’s Eve like it), it is firmly established as one of the most festive cities in the world (like Rio, only the weather doesn’t provide quite as much sunshine, or as many G-strings). But as you’d expect from a British city, it also has a proud, rich history to boot.
The city centre of Edinburgh is home to dozens and dozens of historical buildings and areas, as well as a ton of ‘haunted’ sites. Apparently, the Scots like a good ol’ scare. Edinburgh Castle dominates the city from its vantage point on top of a (hopefully) extinct volcano. From it, the tourist-thronged Royal Mile leads towards Holyroodhouse and the heart of the Old Town, where every step you take, every move you make is weighted by the past.
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