By Cary Ordway

Theme towns are always fun for travelers looking for the new and different, and the Danish-inspired village of Solvang is no exception. Bakeries, beer gardens and dozens of nearby wineries are yours for exploration while town residents are liiterally dancing in the streets. And that’s just for starters.

It also doesn’t hurt that Solvang is located in one of California’s most scenic areas – wine country that was shown off spectacularly in the widely acclaimed movie Sideways. Several picturesque wineries are sprinkled throughout these rolling hills offering wine lovers the alluring prospect of scenery that becomes even more spectacular with every taste of these locally produced world-class wines.

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by Shaun Parker

Tuscany, the birthplace of Italian language and civilisation is perhaps an obvious choice for a holiday destination. Demand for access to the Tuscan countryside, which has inspired holidaymakers and artists for generations, has resulted in the growth of ‘agriturismo’ in the region: hotels in farm settings, apartments and villas in former agriculture buildings. This extends the appeal of holidays in Tuscany to families, by offering open air activities to complement the culture on offer in the cities. While self catering may suit those on a budget, luxurious country hotels offer immediate access to the Tuscan countryside without missing out on pampering.
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by Wolfgang Jaegel

Hong Kong, one of the most densely populated places in the world, is famous for its charm and diverse culture. The residents here lead different way of life and the society is contemporary and capitalistic. Even though the people still follow the Chinese tradition. It is considered as one of the world’s vibrant cities since the olden days.
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The Ultimate Whistler Experience, Canada by Wolfgang Jaegel

Located about 120 km north of Vancouver in Canada is Whistler - a charming four-season resort, which is nestled at the base of two majestic mountains: Whistler and Blackcomb. Whistler has been consistently rated among the top tourist destinations in North America. With its unparalleled landscape comprising amazing valleys, scintillating waterfalls, sparkling lakes, more than 5000 ft soaring mountain peaks, magnificent glaciers, over 200 trails, and more than 30 lifts, no wonder why people flock to Whistler throughout the year.
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