The province of British Columbia is the westernmost portion of lower Canada. It borders the Pacific Ocean as well as the upper tier of the United States. British Columbia is home to approximately 4.8 million residents and thanks to an area of 944,000 square kilometres, it is a truly massive province. Although many associate Canada […]
Officially known as the Argentine Republic, this country is home to more than 43 million residents and it boasts more than 2.78 million square kilometres of land. One of the features which has served to define this country over the ages is that it is associated with a varied climate. Its northern and central section […]
The Julian Alps is a mountain range which stretches from Italy to Slovenia. This is one of the most popular regions in terms of skiing as well as tourism in general. It is thought that the etymology of this area has descended from the name of Julius Caesar himself, as many Roman officials travelled here […]
One of the greatest ironies in modern history is that the state of Alaska was at one time referred to as “Seward’s Folly” after it was purchased from Russia. However, this entire region is now very important in terms of oil, forestry and countless other exports. Its land mass alone rivals that of the lower […]
Jacksonville was originally named after Andrew Jackson; one of the founding fathers of the United States. Boasting a history that can be traced back to colonial times, Jacksonville is a city steeped in culture while it also exhibits a truly modern appeal. Another benefit of this location is that it is quite easy to travel […]
Baja California has become famous for its seemingly endless stretches of beaches as well as its reputation amongst the world of professional surfers. However, there is much more than meets the eye here. Baja can be translated into English as “low” and this generally refers to the position of the region immediately below the state […]
Essaouira is an ancient Moroccan city which has become a popular tourist destination in recent years. Many believe that the entire region has been inhabited since prehistoric times and this is primarily due to the fact that it has always been an important port in terms of trade with nearby cultures. Another benefit associated with […]
Poland is located within Northern Europe and it has enjoyed a long (and sometimes turbulent) history. One of the most interesting aspects of this nation is that it has been contest be several rival powers in the past. The Soviet Union and Germany are the two most relevant examples in recent times. This has allowed […]
La Paz is literally translated into English as “The Peace” and this is quite an appropriate name for the capital and largest city found within Bolivia. While originally established as a colonial trading centre during the Spanish occupation, La Paz is now an internationally know city and its rich culture has proven to be attractive […]
Nestled within the confines of the southern portion of the Dominican Republic, Los Haitises National Park is one of the largest parks within the Caribbean and it also holds the honour of being one of the newest (it was first incorporated in 1976). The location is rather secluded and many species here are only endemic […]