Category Things to See

Writing’s on the Wall – Bidding Adieu to NYC’s 5 Pointz

Under the cover of night on November 19, 2013, painters quietly ran their brushes along exposed brick and concrete walls to cover the 5Pointz building with a slick of white. It was an act that marked the end of a long battle that was fought between the owners of the building and the artists who fought […]

The Road Less Travelled: The Majesty of Niagara Falls (Ontario)

Yes, I know, Niagara Falls isn’t really a “hidden gem.” It’s not something you’d be likely to overlook and miss seeing should you find yourself in Canada’s Niagara Region. However, given Niagara’s proximity to Toronto it should be on your list if you’re planning to touch down in Canada’s most populous urban centre, and not […]

When in Bruges…

Ask anyone about the city they’ve been to in Belgium, or the one they’d like to visit, and you’re bound to get “Brugge” as a response. The quaint historic town in West Flanders draws in tourists in by the droves thanks to its medieval architecture, charming demeanor and World Heritage status. It doesn’t hurt either […]

Good Things Come to Those Who Wait: *NEW* Chat Coming to Twitter (w/ Free Giveaway)!

To all the fabulous armchair and on-the-move travelers out there… Do you have a deep curiosity and/or blazing passion for other cultures? If the answer is yes, then you won’t want to miss the new See The World chat on Twitter as we all know there is much more to a country than famous landmarks and clichéd […]

Road Less Travelled: 6th of October Panorama in Cairo

History is a set of lies agreed upon. ~ Napoleon Bonaparte Cairo has no shortage of interesting and bizarre places to visit. Aside from well-known landmarks, such as the Egyptian Museum, Coptic Cairo and Khan el Khalili, there are lesser known venues worth taking a peek at like the Agricultural Museum, National Circus, Giza Zoo and the Mohamed […]