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Albury, Australia is one half of a two-part town. Spanning the Murray River is Albury-Wodonga. This mouthful of a town name is made up of Albury, in the state of New South Wales and Wodonga, in the state of Victoria. The divider is the Mighty Murray, a muddy-looking river that has been part of the Australian Outback Culture for 200 years.

Being one of the world’s most culturally diverse cities, Toronto is home to over 80 different ethnic communities, the world's third largest English-speaking theater district, four major sports teams and many historical sites. Situated along the northern shore of Lake Ontario, Toronto is Canada's hub for culture, business and arts.

With a population of nearly 600,000, Boise, Idaho is the 100th largest city in the U.S., and the largest city between Portland, Oregon and Salt Lake City, Utah. Home to 15,000 Basque residents, Boise’s Basque community is the second largest in the United States, and the fifth largest in the world.

No matter what goes wrong on a holiday to Houston, it will be difficult to get annoyed when the  phrase 'Houston, we have a problem' runs through your head every time there is a traffic jam, or the airline loses your luggage. It just never gets old – at least not to the tourists. Just don't bother trying it out on the locals.

Sometimes referred to as the Sparkling City by the Sea, Corpus Christi is a seaside destination in Southern Texas. Founded in 1839, the city not only boasts beautiful beaches, but plenty of historical attractions. Gorgeous scenery is the real draw for guests. Coastal vistas, scenic lakes, and more await those who flock to this Texas town.

Austin, Texas is locally known as The Live Music Capital of the world. Although this title is ambitious (not mention arguable), there's no doubt that the city offers up a wide array of styles and venues for music-lovers, as well as big serves of artery-hardening Texan fare.

If ever you have watched a movie that is set in the rolling hills, quaint villages and lush vineyards of Southern France and thought 'places like that don't really exist' then you have never been to Bordeaux. This is the capital city of the Girone department of France, in the region of Aquitaine, and is the perfect blend of authentic French living, English-speaking expatriates, modern conveniences and old-world tempo.

Sicily sits at the center of the Mediterranean, seemingly kicked by the boot of Italy. The southeastern city of Siracusa at one time rivaled Athens in power, and still retains the slight aloofness that greatness brings. The exception to this is in December, when the whole island lets its hair down for the biggest religious holiday of the year: Santa Lucia day is for prayer, parties, and making best friends with strangers.

The idea of a tropical vacation probably calls to mind places like Hawaii, but the world's largest tropical country is Brazil.  The city of Sao Paulo embodies everything good about a tropical getaway:  High cliffs, white sands, humid nights and blue skies that act as a backdrop to the nightlife and culture of the city.

Antwerp is a city full of history; after all, it was founded in Roman times. The area is also known for the many artists who have been born and bred here. Since the city embraces artistic expression, and since it’s so old, the city boasts unparalleled access to cultural wonders.

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, is an eclectic mix of contradictions. From the deeply historical Civil War and Pennsylvania Dutch to the progressive music, art and industry, Harrisburg is an intriguing blend. Despite the juxtaposition of past, present and future, Harrisburg is an easy place to be.

San Antonio, Texas is the original cowboy frontier of North America and although the city is modern and vibrant the main attractions are rooted in it's wild beginnings.