44 articles tagged with city guide
I'll never forget stepping out of the Maglev train at Longyang Road Station, still buzzing from the 270mph journey from Pudong Airport, and being immediately hit by Shanghai's electric energy. The city feels like it exists in multiple timelines simultaneously—ancient...
Las Vegas has always struck me as a fascinating case study in cultural paradox - a manufactured oasis where the artificial and authentic coexist in surprising harmony. After dozens of business trips to Sin City over the past decade, I've...
Twenty years of sports journalism has taught me that a city's true character is rarely found in its glossy brochures or tourist hotspots. Like a cricket match where the real stories unfold between overs, Lusaka reveals itself in the spaces...
Rome wasn't built in a day, and it certainly can't be experienced in one either. But three days? That's enough time to scratch beneath the tourist veneer and begin to feel the city's ancient rhythms pulsing beneath your feet. I've...
There's something profoundly nostalgic about returning to your homeland as a visitor. As a Canadian now living abroad in Birmingham, my recent weekend in Montreal felt both like a homecoming and an exploration. This French-Canadian metropolis holds a special place...
When I first landed in Adelaide last year, I expected another sprawling Australian metropolis that would drain my wallet faster than I could say 'G'day.' Instead, I discovered a refreshingly navigable city with surprisingly affordable transportation options that make it...
Chicago has always reminded me of a sporting underdog with championship qualities—overlooked by some in favor of coastal American cities, yet possessing a cultural depth and architectural grandeur that rivals any global metropolis. Having visited the Windy City multiple times...
I've always been drawn to cities that balance urban sophistication with natural beauty, and Perth delivers this harmony in spades. After years of exploring Australia's east coast, I finally made it to this western gem during a spring research trip...
G'day fellow adventure seekers! After three trips to Chile chasing volcanic formations and snowboarding in the Andes, I've finally given Santiago the attention it deserves. This vibrant capital city sits in a geological wonderland – nestled between the towering Andes...
There's something undeniably magical about Boston in the fall. The crisp New England air carries whispers of history through cobblestone streets as crimson and amber leaves create a natural canopy over centuries-old pathways. Having spent countless weekends guiding clients through...
Paris has been my faithful muse for over three decades, from my early days as an art appraiser documenting French masterpieces to my current chapter as a semi-retired cultural enthusiast. While El Paso has become home since moving from Leeds...
Standing atop the Manila Hotel's rooftop bar, watching the famous Manila Bay sunset paint the sky in impossible shades of orange and pink, I couldn't help but reflect on my journey with this misunderstood metropolis. Manila wasn't love at first...
Returning to Delhi always feels like slipping into a familiar dream—one where ancient history and frenetic modernity dance in perpetual negotiation. Though Portland has been my home for over a decade, the city where I took my first breaths still...
Listen up, budget explorers! When my retail buying gig sent me to London Fashion Week last season, I found myself with extra days to kill and a seriously depleted expense account. But here's the thing about London – this city...
