WORLD GUIDES TO AUSTRALIA
	The Commonwealth of Australia is a large continent, situated in the southern hemisphere and comprising the scenic island of Tasmania. Adelaide, South Australia (SA) Alice Springs, Northern Territory (NT) Brisbane, Queensland (QLD) Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT) Darwin, Northern Territory (NT) Hobart, Tasmania (TAS) Melbourne, Victoria (VIC) Perth, Western Australia (WA) Sydney, New South Wales (NSW)
	WORLD GUIDES TO AUSTRIA
	The republic of Austria lies in the very heart of Europe and is bounded by the Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Slovakia and Slovenia. Home of the waltz and the apple strudel, Austria is rich in culture and tradition. Vienna is the capital of Austria and this important city contains some of the country's most magnificent buildings and palaces, such as the Hofburg (Imperial Palace), Schloss Belvedere and Schloss Schonbrunn. Salzburg is another popular Austrian city and is actually the birthplace of Mozart. Graz Innsbruck Linz Salzburg Vienna
	WORLD GUIDES TO BELGIUM
	Belgium resides in the north-western part of Europe and is particularly close to France, Germany, Luxembourg and the Netherlands. Although this is amongst Europe's smallest countries, Belgium is filled with interesting cities and towns, which are often based around the banks of the prominent Schedlt River. The capital of Belgium is Brussels, and this vibrant city is divided into two main districts, the Lower and Upper towns. Antwerp is another Belgian city worthy of some time and is where you will find the truly splendid Cathedral of Our Lady (Kathedraal). Antwerp Bruges Brussels Ghent Liege
	WORLD GUIDES TO CANADA
	Canada stands in the northern area of North America, bordering the USA to the south. With ten main provinces and three territories, Canada is a vast country. Banff, Alberta (AB) Calgary, Alberta (AB) Edmonton, Alberta (AB) Halifax, Nova Scotia (NS) Jasper, Alberta (AB) Lake Louise, Alberta (AB) Montreal, Quebec (QC) Niagara Falls, Ontario (ON) Niagara on the Lake, Ontario (ON) Ottawa, Ontario (ON) Quebec City, Quebec (QC) Toronto, Ontario (ON) Vancouver, British Columbia (BC) Victoria, British Columbia (BC) Whistler, British Columbia (BC) Winnipeg, Manitoba (MB)
	WORLD GUIDES TO CHANNEL ISLANDS
	Located in the English Channel, between southern England and north-western France, the Channel Islands comprise Jersey, Guernsey, Sark, Herm and Alderney, along with a series of small islets and rocky outcrops. Jersey and Guernsey are the biggest and most visited of the Channel Islands, offering mild winters, endless summer sunshine, some interesting fortifications, hidden war tunnels and literally hundreds of miles of glorious beaches. Jersey Guernsey
	WORLD GUIDES TO CHINA
	Known throughout the world as the People's Republic of China, this exciting country is home to many world-famous landmarks, both natural and man-made. Ranging from Mount Everest to the awesome Great Wall of China - the world's longest ever fortification, China is a great place for a vacation. Full of high-rise, gleaming skyscrapers and a huge number of ancient temples, Beijing is China's capital city, where top attractions include the Forbidden City, the Ming Tombs, and also the stunning Temple of Heaven. Beijing Dalian Qingdao Shanghai Shenyang Tianjin Xiamen
	WORLD GUIDES TO CZECH REPUBLIC
	A landlocked country within the heart of central Europe, the Czech Republic is bordered by Austria, Germany, Poland and Slovakia. When the Cold War finally ended in the early part of the 1990s, much of the country began to enjoy increased levels of tourism. The most famous and visited city within the Czech Republic is Prague (Praha), its proud capital. Prague has grown up around the meandering River Vltava and features an important historical centre, where the best examples of Czech architecture can be found. Brno Ostrava Prague
	WORLD GUIDES TO DENMARK
	A Scandinavian country located in the Nordic region, Denmark is especially close to both Germany and eastern Sweden. Denmark boasts a strong Viking heritage and this fact is celebrated at various museums around the country. Consisting of approximately 400 different islands in total, Denmark is home to a particularly beautiful coastline and numerous beach resorts, which often feature fine white sand. Copenhagen is the Danish capital and lies next to the Oresund Coast, within North Zealand. Each year, thousands flock the rock festivals in Roskilde. Aarhus Copenhagen Odense
	WORLD GUIDES TO EGYPT
	Egypt contains some of the most spectacular landmarks on the whole planet and is located in North Africa. The city of Cairo is the capital city and where many spectacular sights are to be found, such as the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, the tomb of Tutankhamun, and more. A number of outstanding resorts offer beachfront locations, next to either the Mediterranean or the Red Sea. Scuba diving is especially popular around both Hurghada and Sharm el Sheikh, where the coral reefs are not to be missed. Abu Simbel Alexandria Aswan Cairo El Alamein Hurghada Luxor Sharm el Sheikh
	WORLD GUIDES TO ENGLAND
	England, the largest country in the UK, is steeped in history, with many landmarks famous all over the world. Highlights include Stonehenge, London's Houses of Parliament, Oxford University, the Roman city of Bath and countless seaside resorts. Bath Birmingham Blackpool Bournemouth Brighton Bristol Cambridge Canterbury Coventry Falmouth Frome Isle of Wight Leeds Liverpool London Manchester Newcastle Newquay Nottingham Oxford Penzance Plymouth Poole Salisbury Sheffield Southampton St. Ives Truro Weston Super Mare Weymouth York
	WORLD GUIDES TO ESTONIA
	A small and appealing country offering an array of seasonal activities and attractions, Estonia is at its most appealing during the warm and inviting summer months. However, huge numbers of skiers do arrive each winter to make full use of the Estonian ski resorts and fresh snow. Estonia is surrounded by the countries of Latvia and Russia, and also edged the Baltic Sea and the Gulf of Finland. The main cities tend to be scattered around the endless coastline and include Haapsalu, Muuga and Tallinn, the capital of Estonia. Narva Tallinn Tartu
	WORLD GUIDES TO FINLAND
	Finland is and extremely modern country, with many stylish cities and towns. However, despite Finland's successful attempt to embrace the 21st century, the country has managed to retain much of its strong Scandinavian heritage, with many historic buildings remaining in excellent condition. During the Finnish summers, the daylight hours are extremely long and the midnight sun means that the nightlife at this time of the year is legendary. Finland contains nearly 200,000 lakes and islands, with many recreational activities based around its shoreline. Espoo Helsinki Tampere Turku Vantaa
	WORLD GUIDES TO FRANCE
	The Republic of France is sited in Western Europe, next to the English Channel, the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. Stunning attractions abound in France, particularly in Paris, the capital city. Major sights here include the Palace of Versailles, the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Eiffel Tower and Disneyland Paris. Other locations worth visiting include Aires, Biarritz, Cannes, the Loire Valley, Toulouse, Marseille and the French Riviera. Aix-en-Provence Bordeaux Cannes Le Mans Lyon Marseille Montpellier Mont Saint Michel Nice Paris Saint Tropez Toulouse Versailles
	WORLD GUIDES TO GERMANY
	The Federal Republic of Germany, in central Europe, is known for its past communism and its fairly recent reunification of East and West Germany regions. Places to visit in Germany are plentiful and important cities and towns include Bavaria, Cologne, Dusseldorf, Essen, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Hanover, Munich, Stuttgart, the Rhine Valley and the capital city of Berlin. Berlin Bonn Cologne Dresden Dusseldorf Frankfurt Hamburg Hanover Heidelberg Leipzig Lubeck Munich Nuremberg
	WORLD GUIDES TO GREECE
	Greece is a country standing in south-eastern Europe, between the Mediterranean and Aegean Seas. Popular Greek islands include Corfu, Crete, Rhodes and the Dodecanese Islands. Greece has an extremely long history and offers a huge selection of ancient attractions, with many striking ruins and archaeological wonders being situated in the capital city of Athens, such as the Acropolis temples, which include the Parthenon. Athens Crete Corfu Kefalonia Kos Mykonos Naxos Piraeus Rhodes Santorini Thessaloniki
	WORLD GUIDES TO HUNGARY
	Standing within central Europe and completely landlocked, the country of Hungary offers an extremely green and verdant landscape, with large expanses of farmland and countryside. The Danube River is a notable natural feature and runs through the city of Budapest, the Hungarian capital. Budapest is well-known for its rich heritage and was founded almost 2,000 years ago, when Romans first began to settle the area. The result of a merge between the cities of Buda and Pest, the Budapest of today contains exceptional shopping. Budapest Debrecen Gyor Szeged
	WORLD GUIDES TO ICELAND
	A milder country than many visitors are led to expect, Iceland is famed for its diverse natural attractions, which come in the form of steaming geysers, hot springs and even some volcanoes, a number of which remain active. The Icelandic capital is Reykjavik and it is close to this city where you will find one of Iceland's premier tourist attractions, the Blue Lagoon Spa at Grindavik. These mineral-rich waters are geothermally heated and reputed to provide a range of medicinal benefits, drawing crowds of spa-goers from far and wide. Reykjavik
	WORLD GUIDES TO INDIA
	Home of the Bollywood film industry and the spicy curry, the Republic of India is where you will find one of the world's most iconic landmarks, the simply breathtaking Taj Mahal. Located in Agra, the Taj Mahal dates back to 1632 and is famous the world over. India's Delhi region contains plenty for visitors to enjoy, including the capital city of New Delhi itself. For some serious coastal scenery, consider a holiday in Mumbai, next to the Arabian Sea. Agra Bangalore Goa Jaipur Jaisalmer Mumbai New Delhi Udaipur Varanasi
	WORLD GUIDES TO IRELAND AND NORTHERN IRELAND
	Ireland consists of two separate countries - Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. Northern Ireland is part of the UK and home to the city of Belfast, with counties of Antrim, Armagh, Down, Fermanagh, Londonderry, and Tyrone. The Republic of Ireland borders Northern Ireland to the south and contains a particularly rich heritage, with historic attractions including St. Patrick's Cathedral and Dublin Castle. Belfast Dublin
	WORLD GUIDES TO ITALY
	The country of Italy is situated in Southern Europe and is shaped as a long peninsula, surrounded by the Tyrrhenian Sea, the Ionian Sea and the Adriatic Sea. Islands in Italy include Sardinia and Sicily Rome is one of Italy's most historic cities and is full of ancient ruins, many of which date back over 2,700 years. Other major Italian cities include Milan, Venice, Florence, Bologna and Pisa, with its world-famous leaning tower. Amalfi Assisi Bologna Florence Genoa Milan Naples Palermo Parma Pisa Positano Rimini Rome San Gimignano Siena Sorrento Trieste Turin Venice Verona
	WORLD GUIDES TO JAPAN
	For many, a trip to Japan is the absolute embodiment of all things oriental, where geisha girls, Zen rock gardens, colourful pagodas and truly ancient temples can all be found. Japan is also a country set very much in the present and the future, with state-of-the art technology, awesome skyscrapers and speeding bullet trains. The country of Japan comprises in excess of 3,000 islands, being surrounded on all sides by the Pacific Ocean. Japan's largest and most noteworthy islands include Hokkaido, Honshu, Kyushu and Shikoku. Fukuoka Hiroshima Kyoto Nagasaki Nagoya Osaka Sapporo Tokyo Yokohama
	WORLD GUIDES TO THE MEXICO
	The United Mexican States, better known as simply Mexico, is full of Latin American charm and character. Each year, millions of tourists marvel at Mexico's many ancient remains from past Aztec and Mayan civilisations. The Mexican landscape has something for everyone, with mountainous areas, deserts, glitzy modern cities and coastal resorts, where white sandy beaches and world-class scuba diving sites await. Acapulco Cabo San Lucas Cancun Cozumel Guadalajara Mexico City Monterrey Puerto Vallarta
	WORLD GUIDES TO THE NETHERLANDS
	The country of the Netherlands lies in Western Europe, next to the North Sea. Much of the country is fairly flat and low, with some areas actually being below sea level, including the famous Dutch dykes. Many cities and towns in the Netherlands contain excellent attractions, both old and new, such as Alkmaar, Delft, Edam, Gouda, Haarlem, Rotterdam, The Hague, and Amsterdam, which is one of Europe's most popular cities. Amsterdam Eindhoven Maastricht Rotterdam The Hague
	WORLD GUIDES TO NEW ZEALAND
	The vast country of New Zealand is located between the Tasman Sea and South Pacific Ocean. With two main islands, the North Island and the South Island, New Zealand has become a major tourist destination. Attractions in New Zealand include Wellington - New Zealand's historic capital, Auckland - on the North Island, with sandy beaches, and Christchurch - in the Canterbury area of the South Island. Auckland Christchurch Wellington
	WORLD GUIDES TO NORWAY
	The northerly Kingdom of Norway is to be found next to both the Norwegian Sea and also the Arctic Sea. Norway features an extremely long coastline, around which many popular beach resorts are gathered. Summer is a good time to visit Norway, when the sun never actually sets and exciting night-time celebrations take place. The Norwegian capital of Oslo stands close to the Skagerrak strait and offers a host of outdoor activities, such as hiking and even cross-country skiing, when the winter snow arrives. Look out for the Vigeland Sculpture Park and the peninsula of Bygdoy. Bergen Oslo Trondheim
	WORLD GUIDES TO POLAND
	Although Poland may be known for its communist past, the country of today has gained its independence and has never been more appealing to visitors. Poland is overflowing with sightseeing opportunities and contains many beautiful timber-constructed buildings and charming medieval villages. Accommodation in Poland may not be quite the bargain that it was just a few years ago, but is still considered to be relatively inexpensive. Try to visit the cities of Gdansk, Krakow, Malbork, Poznan and Warsaw (Warszawa), the Polish capital. Krakow Lodz Warsaw Wroclaw
	WORLD GUIDES TO PORTUGAL
	The Portuguese Republic is situated on the south-western side of Europe and is known for its sunny weather and numerous beach resorts. A number of islands are considered to be a part of Portugal and include both the Azores and Madeira, two major tourist destinations. Lisbon is Portugal's capital city and resides next to the Atlantic shoreline and the River Tagus. The beaches within Lisbon's Praia da Adraga area rank as some of some of Europe's very best. Other appealing cities include Faro, Funchal, Guimaraes and Porto. Lisbon Porto
	WORLD GUIDES TO RUSSIA
	A vast city with a strong Soviet past, the Russian Federation is the largest country in existence and is simply vast, encompassing many different landscapes, time zones and some quite distinctive climatic extremes. The sights around Russia offer many areas of natural beauty, along with plenty of imposing landmarks and buildings. No trip to Russia is really complete without visiting its capital of Moscow, where the crazy colourful architecture of St. Basil's Cathedral really has to be seen in the flesh to be properly appreciated, as do the palaces and cathedrals of the Kremlin. Moscow Novosibirsk St. Petersburg Tomsk
	WORLD GUIDES TO SCOTLAND
	Scotland stands to the north of England and is actually the northernmost country in the UK. With a rich Scottish history and a wealth of places to visit, Glasgow and Edinburgh are Scotland's largest cities. Edinburgh Castle, Craigmillar Castle, Tantallon Castle, Inchcolm Abbey and Stirling Castle are all notable landmarks in Scotland, well worth a visit. Edinburgh Glasgow
	WORLD GUIDES TO SPAIN
	The country of Spain can be found in the south-west of Europe. With many outstanding attractions throughout the country, Madrid - Spain's capital city, is particularly historic and vibrant. The Balearic Islands of Ibiza, Mallorca and Menorca are major family-friendly locations with stunning beaches, together with the famed Canary Islands. Alicante Avila Barcelona Benidorm Bilbao Fuerteventura Gran Canaria Granada Ibiza Lanzarote Madrid Malaga Mallorca Marbella Menorca Salamanca San Sebastian Seville Tenerife Toledo Torremolinos Valencia Zaragoza
	WORLD GUIDES TO SOUTH AFRICA
	The Republic of South Africa actually attracts a larger number of visitors that any other area within sub-Saharan Africa. South Africa is bordered by both the Indian and Atlantic oceans, and is home to a number of exceptional safari parks, such as the Kruger National Park. Cape Town is the capital of South Africa and enjoys a splendid backdrop, provided by its Table Mountain and coastline. Cape Town Durban Johannesburg
	WORLD GUIDES TO SWEDEN
	Considered to be the most important of all the Nordic countries, Sweden sits within the northerly region of Europe and alongside both Denmark and Norway. Sweden is the birthplace of some many iconic brands and names that are known the world over, such as Ikea and Volvo, whilst also being the official home of the Nobel Peace Prize. There is so much to see in Sweden and a good place to start is within its capital city of Stockholm, which is based around the modern centre of Norrmalm. Don't overlook Gothenburg (Goteborg), or indeed Malmo and Uppsala. Gothenburg Malmo Stockholm Uppsala
	WORLD GUIDES TO SWITERZLAND
	Switzerland is famed for is recreational activities, which are often dependent upon the season and include everything from hiking to mountain skiing on the Swiss Alps. Home to the United Nations headquarters, Switzerland's biggest cities are extremely important in the world of finance, and Zurich is filled with global institutions. Berne is the Swiss capital and although this is actually Switzerland's fourth-largest city, it was chosen for its convenient westerly situation. Also make the time to explore Lausanne and Geneva, both of which are based around the shores of Lake Geneva. Basel Berne Geneva Interlaken Lausanne Lucerne Zurich
	WORLD GUIDES TO THAILAND
	Thailand is amongst the most popular cities in South-East Asia and is famed for its ancient temples (wats), Buddhist shrines and elephant shows. With traditional Thai restaurants and breathtaking architecture, a visit to Thailand will be remembered. Northern Thailand is dominated by mountains and lush forests, with Chiang Mai being the most significant city in this region. Further south, Thailand's capital city of Bangkok is the epitome of a major Asian city, while for some of the world's best scuba diving, the island of Phuket is a true tropical paradise and quite unmissable. Bangkok Chiang Mai Phuket
	WORLD GUIDES TO TURKEY
	The Republic of Turkey stands between both western Asia and south-eastern Europe, and is bounded to the south by the Mediterranean Sea, where a number of popular Turkish seaside resorts are to be found. Istanbul is the largest city in Turkey and is particularly tourist-friendly, while Ankara serves as the busy capital and offers an interesting Roman past. Ankara Antalya Bodrum Bursa Istanbul Izmir
	WORLD GUIDES TO USA
	The USA is the world's leading country and is located in North America, comprising 50 large states, including Alaska and Hawaii, bordering Canada and Mexico. Albuquerque, New Mexico (NM) Anaheim, California (CA) Anchorage, Alaska (AK) Annapolis, Maryland (MD) Arlington, Virginia (VA) Asheville, North Carolina (NC) Aspen, Colorado (CO) Atlanta, Georgia (GA) Atlantic City, New Jersey (NJ) Augusta, Georgia (GA) Austin, Texas (TX) Baltimore, Maryland (MD) Bar Harbor, Maine (ME) Baton Rouge, Louisiana (LA) Hawaii (Big Island), Hawaii (HI) Big Sur, California (CA) Birmingham, Alabama (AL) Boise, Idaho (ID) Boulder, Colorado (CO) Boston, Massachusetts (MA) Branson, Missouri (MO) Buffalo, New York (NY) Carmel-by-the-Sea, California (CA) Charleston, South Carolina (SC) Charlotte, North Carolina (NC) Chattanooga, Tennessee (TN) Chicago, Illinois (IL) Cincinnati, Ohio (OH) Cleveland, Ohio (OH) Colorado Springs, Colorado (CO) Columbia, South Carolina (SC) Columbus, Ohio (OH) Corpus Christi, Texas (TX) Dallas, Texas (TX) Daytona Beach, Florida (FL) Denver, Colorado (CO) Detroit, Michigan (MI) Durham, North Carolina (NC) El Paso, Texas (TX) Estes Park, Colorado (CO) Fairbanks, Alaska (AK) Flagstaff, Arizona (AZ) Fort Lauderdale, Florida (FL) Fort Myers, Florida (FL) Gatlinburg, Tennessee (TN) Grand Canyon, Arizona (AZ) Greensboro, North Carolina (NC) Hilton Head, South Carolina (SC) Honolulu, Hawaii (HI) Houston, Texas (TX) Indianapolis, Indiana (IN) Irving, Texas (TX) Jackson, Mississippi (MS) Jackson Hole, Wyoming (WY) Jacksonville, Florida (FL) Kansas City, Missouri (MO) Kauai, Hawaii (HI) Key West, Florida (FL) Kissimmee, Florida (FL) Knoxville, Tennessee (TN) Lake Tahoe, California (CA) Lancaster, Pennsylvania (PA) Las Vegas, Nevada (NV) Lexington, Kentucky (KY) Little Rock, Arkansas (AR) Los Angeles, California (CA) Louisville Kentucky (KY) Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts (MA) Maui, Hawaii (HI) Memphis, Tennessee (TN) Miami, Florida (FL) Milwaukee, Wisconsin (WI) Minneapolis, Minnesota (MN) Molokai, Hawaii (HI) Monterey, California (CA) Myrtle Beach, South Carolina (SC) Napa Valley, California (CA) Naples, Florida (FL) Nashville, Tennessee (TN) New Orleans, Louisiana (LA) New York, New York (NY) Oakland, California (CA) Oklahoma City, Oklahoma (OK) Omaha, Nebraska (NE) Orlando, Florida (FL) Palm Springs, California (CA) Panama City, Florida (FL) Pensacola, Florida (FL) Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (PA) Phoenix, Arizona (AZ) Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (PA) Portland, Oregon (OR) Providence, Rhode Island (RI) Raleigh, North Carolina (NC) Reno, Nevada (NV) Richmond, Virginia (VA) Sacramento, California (CA) Salt Lake City, Utah (UT) San Antonio, Texas (TX) San Diego, California (CA) San Francisco, California (CA) San Jose, California (CA) Santa Barbara, California (CA) Santa Fe, New Mexico (NM) Santa Monica, California (CA) Sarasota, Florida (FL) Savannah, Georgia (GA) Scottsdale, Arizona (AZ) Seattle, Washington (WA) Sedona, Arizona (AZ) St. Louis, Missouri (MO) Tallahassee, Florida (FL) Tampa, Florida (FL) Taos, New Mexico (NM) Tucson, Arizona (AZ) Tulsa, Oklahoma (OK) Virginia Beach, Virginia (VA) Washington, District of Columbia (DC) West Yellowstone, Montana (MT) Wichita, Kansas (KS) Williamsburg, Virginia (VA)
	WORLD GUIDES TO WALES
	Wales is located to the west of England, bordered by the Irish Sea and the Bristol Channel. Much of the Welsh scenery consists of green hills and high mountains, including the Brecon Beacons, Mount Snowdon, the Cambrian Mountains and Snowdonia. Tourists visiting Wales will find many sightseeing opportunities, such as Cardiff Castle, Caerphilly Castle, the historic Tintern Abbey, Tretower Court and Castle, Conwy Castle and also Caernarvon Castle. Cardiff Newport Swansea