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• A look at child-friendly attractions in Boston

  

  If you're searching for a family-friendly city break, Boston is one destination you ought to consider visiting. In coming here, you will discover a range of exciting attractions that will captivate tourists of all ages and interests.

• Explore the fascinating Alcatraz Island

  

  Culture lovers taking a holiday to San Francisco will certainly find a wealth of attractions to captivate them. From the Golden Gate Bridge and Chinatown to Pier 39 and the de Young Museum, there are plenty of things to take in during a trip to the US city, though none are perhaps quite as historic as Alcatraz Island.

• Top events in NYC in spring 2013

  

  New York is always an exciting destination to visit, but, no matter what time of year you are planning on taking in the sights and sounds of the Big Apple, you ought to spend some time thinking about exactly what you're going to see and do there.

• Essential Sydney landmarks

  

  As Sydney is the largest city in Australia, not to mention one of the biggest in the entire southern hemisphere, it should be no surprise that it contains a wealth of fantastic landmarks that are sure to captivate visitors of all ages and interests.

• A guide to Staten Island's best restaurants

  

  Although people who visit New York often do so with the intention of tucking into great cuisine, many tourists who come to the city will often spend all, if not some, of their time in Manhattan. Admittedly, this is New York's busiest and most famous borough, but that's not to say it's the only place in the city where you can try fantastic fare, as Staten Island also offers the chance to do this.

• Escape the hustle and bustle of NYC in Central Park

  

  Although New York is famous the world over as being a busy, bustling city, it'd be a mistake to think it is impossible to escape the noise and clamour of the Big Apple, even if just for a couple of hours. There are dozens of parks across the metropolis that give locals and tourists alike welcome respite from the concrete jungle, although Central Park is undoubtedly the most well known of these.

• A guide to Washington's family-friendly attractions

  

  City breaks have much to offer families looking for holiday ideas – they can be both fun and educational for kids, while also providing a host of grown-up attractions for parents. One destination that is well worth considering is Washington DC.

• Soak up Ghanaian culture in Accra

  

  Given Accra's position as Ghana's capital and biggest city, it ought to be fairly obvious it is the perfect place to get acquainted with the country's dynamic, colourful culture. Visit the charming metropolis and you'll have the opportunity to explore some of the most fascinating museums in Africa.

• Follow Boston's fascinating Freedom Trail

  

  For holidaymakers who enjoy doing nothing more than finding out about the history of the destinations they travel to, Boston is a fantastic place to visit. As one of the oldest cities in the United States, coming here enables you to gain an insight into its rich past, especially if you follow the Freedom Trail.

• Take in American history by visiting Washington's museums

  

  Given the fact Washington DC is the capital of the United States, it should be fairly obvious why it is the perfect destination for culture vultures to visit. With fantastic museums and galleries to be found all over the city, it really is a great place to learn more about this amazing country's rich and dynamic past.