TRIP The Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is both Italy’s oldest shopping arcade and one of Milan’s top tourist attractions. The monumental Galleria is one of the best shopping arcades in Europe and a must see when visiting Milan. TAP Named after Victor Emmanuel II, first King of the Kingdom of Italy, the eponymous Galleria is … Continue reading Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, Milan
Vivid 2019, Sydney
Vivid is an annual festival of lights, music and ideas held in the city of Sydney. Vivid involves a number of events, including public talks and music concerts, however Vivid is predominately known for its elaborate light displays held across the city. Vivid 2019, the 11th consecutive edition, is the biggest yet, including a wider … Continue reading Vivid 2019, Sydney
Millennium Bridge, Ourense
TRIP The Millennium Bridge (Puente del Milenio) is a major bridge located in the city of Ourense, Spain. Built at the turn of the Millennium, the Puente del Milenio is one of north-western Spain’s top, modern tourist attractions. TAP Opened in 2001 to welcome the new millennium, the Puente del Milenio is a remarkable piece … Continue reading Millennium Bridge, Ourense
Parliament House, Canberra
TRIP Parliament House is the home of Australian democracy and the centrepiece of Australia’s capital city, Canberra. Built in 1988, the current iteration of Australia’s Parliament House is one of the best examples of modern Australian architecture and a must see when visiting the capital. TAP A visit to Australia’s Parliament House is an excellent … Continue reading Parliament House, Canberra
Etihad Stadium, Manchester
TRIP Etihad Stadium is a football stadium located in the city of Manchester, home ground of English Premier League club Manchester City. The stadium’s seating capacity was recently expanded in 2015 to 55,097 making it the tenth largest in the United Kingdom. TAP Originally built as part of Manchester’s hosting of the 2002 Commonwealth Games, … Continue reading Etihad Stadium, Manchester
Arc de Triomf, Barcelona
TRIP The Arc de Triomf is a monumental arch located within the city of Barcelona. Although not the largest arch in Europe, the Arc de Triomf stands out amongst its peers due to its red brick design and clever use of the Neo-Mudéjar architectural style. TAP Originally built in 1888 for Barcelona’s hosting of the … Continue reading Arc de Triomf, Barcelona
Seaside Top Observatory, Tokyo
TRIP Located atop one of Japan’s earliest skyscrapers, lies one of Tokyo’s most underrated tourist attractions – Seaside Top Observatory. Occupying the top floor of the Tokyo World Trade Centre, Seaside Top offers visitors 360-degree views of the one of the world’s greatest cities. TAP Often overlooked in a city that has no shortage of … Continue reading Seaside Top Observatory, Tokyo
Bankwest Stadium, Parramatta
TRIP Located within the Western Sydney suburb of Parramatta, Bankwest Stadium Is a multi-purpose stadium that has a seating capacity of 30,000. Opened in 2019, the stadium is set to be used for football, rugby league and rugby union. TAP As Australia’s newest sporting facility, Bankwest Stadium includes a number of features that are found … Continue reading Bankwest Stadium, Parramatta
Shrine of Remembrance, Melbourne
TRIP The Shrine of Remembrance is a war memorial located in the city of Melbourne. Originally built to honour the men and women who served in World War I, the memorial now serves to honour all Australians who have served in war. TAP Located within the Kings Domain parkland, just south of the Yarra River, … Continue reading Shrine of Remembrance, Melbourne
Yininmadyemi Memorial, Sydney
TRIP Located within Sydney’s Hyde Park, the Yininmadyemi Memorial is a sculpture/artwork by artist Tony Albert. Unveiled in 2015, the memorial was created to acknowledge the sacrifices made by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men and women who served in the Australian military. TAP The four seven-meter tall bullets that make up the Yininmadyemi Memorial … Continue reading Yininmadyemi Memorial, Sydney