The Sydney vs Melbourne rivalry only seems to grow more intense each day. But what is it really all about? It’s obviously about more than just football and beaches. We decided to delve into the differences between Australia’s two biggest cities. Some of these comparisons you might find surprising, others you might have already stowed … More

The Commonwealth Games celebrates the athletic exploits of sovereign states once part of the vast British Empire. One explicit intention of the Olympic-style event is to foster a sense of unity among nations who, because of a mutual experience and history through links to the Crown, share a common bond (or bondage, as it was). … More

Famous as the home of Hippocrates, the father of medicine, Kos is a superb summer destination. The clear blue waters of the Aegean, lush vegetation and mountain landscapes help make the island a perfect destination. Photo by bazylek The island of Hippocrates is especially popular in summer, but since there are visitors who prefer the … More

Brisbane’s immediate geography is synonymous with beach and sun, but the city offers a lot more than coastal bliss. Queensland’s capital for one, connects visitors to a turbulent and fascinating past with a series of superb military museums. Queensland Military Memorial Museum Photo by Figaro Featuring over 2,000 items, from weapons to uniforms dating back … More

Like Hong Kong, Macau is a Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China. The South China Sea territory attracts a mass of annual tourists with a shiny collection of Vegas-style resorts. Beyond the casino hotels in Macau however, there is superb heritage to discover. Image by paul david

Berlin, Germany’s premier city, is a culturally rich and ethnically diverse metropolis. With over 3.5 million people from 190 nations, Berlin is a renowned university center and cultural hotspot given by the 140 museums scattered around the city. To top it all off, aesthetic architecture is enhanced by plenty of parks, gardens, lakes and rivers. … More

Check out what it’s like to be a sideline fan at the Tour de France as a pack of cyclists sprint toward a stage finish line. You need to a flashplayer enabled browser to view this YouTube video