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Copenhagen is the capital of Denmark, one of the most peaceful and prosperous countries in the world. Although some may see the entire country as a little bit 'off the beaten path' Copenhagen is actually one of Europe's top tourist destinations, and the city is well-geared towards helping visitors get the most out of their trip.

Known as being one of the most beautiful baroque cities in Europe, Vienna is the capital and the largest city of Austria. Home to several UNESCO World Heritage sites, the historical city is the cultural, political, and economical center of Austria and is visited by thousands of people each year.

In many ways, Osaka is seen as Tokyo's poor relation. The post-war rebuilding was necessarily hasty and resulted in a city that looks like little more than a collection of concrete blocks. This concrete sprawl though, is like a canvas on which Osaka paints its unique personality, and a trip to Japan is lacking without a trip to the 'working heart of  Kansai'.

Thanks to the construction of Disneyland, the once sleepy farming community of Anaheim, CA has become a kind of Mecca for the world's kids. While Disneyworld in Florida is bigger and perhaps more exciting, Disneyland is the original Happiest Place on Earth and no visit to Anaheim is complete without visiting it.

You scarcely need a travel guide to help you conjure up images of flashing lights, casinos, crazy rides and big shows. Everything is over-the-top in Sin City and that's just the way the locals like it. If you are visiting Vegas for the first time consider it mandatory to include the following on your itinerary.

The coastline is so much a part of Rio that it is easy to convince yourself that this whole city is nothing but one enormous, beautiful beach. Most popular with locals and tourists are the Copacabana and Ipanema beaches (and you thought these were only Barry Manilow songs) which are more than just a place to soak up the sun, they are the venues for daily local life.

Istanbul is one of the last outposts of European Turkey, before the mean and scary Asian side begins. At least, that is the picture that may have been painted for you but the truth is that Turkey is a country full of contrasts no matter which part you find yourself in. Istanbul simply happens to be a distilled version of all of them.

Boston is the home of Irish America and proudly shares its roots with visitors. This year's St Patrick's Day Parade is the best chance to share a little of the spirit of the Old Country. Boston is also a strong base of American art and culture, and has more than its share of off-the-beaten-path attractions in which to rub shoulders with the locals.

Newark is both a stones-throw from Manhatten and a world away, in terms of attractions, culture, architecture and food. Instead of competing with the heart of NY City, Newark is capitalizing on the very things that have previously kept visitors away – the seedy alleys, run-down neighborhoods and rough-and-ready reputation of this still blue-collar city.

Denver, Colorado, is the place for any vacationer who likes a little wilderness to spice their city-based getaway. While Denver is a bustling city with plenty of places to eat, drink and shop, it is the Rocky Mountains that draw most visitors – powder snow in winter and hot hiking in summer are hard to resist.

As the capital and largest city in The Netherlands, Amsterdam welcomes over 3.5 million tourists every year, even though her own population is just 1.5 million.  The Rijksmuseum, the Van Gogh Museum, Anne Frank House, the red-light district and 'coffee shops' are the main drawcards, although the canals, cobblestones, and postcard-views around every corner are equally attractive.

Siem Reap literally means 'Siam Defeated' and it is here that the legacy of Cambodia's Khmer Rouge Killing Fields can still be seen. Although these chilling reminders are testament to how close history is to this town, it is also a testament to how far Cambodia has come in recent years.