Chicago downtown skyline with park and the beach.

Chicago

Destination

‘Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it’. Never has a truer word been said by the legendary Ferris Bueller who infamously took a day off to explore the beautiful city of Chicago.

Located in northeastern Illinois on the southwestern shores of the freshwater Lake Michigan, Chicago has been the epicentre of several films and TV shows – and for good reason. From the aforementioned Ferris Bueller’s Day Off to the US version of Shameless, it’s never been easier to spot your favourite Chicago hangouts.

If popular culture isn’t your thing, then there’s plenty more to entice you to fly to the Windy City. We’re talking about breathtaking architecture, incredible food and then there’s the entertainment. This topped off with its idyllic lakeside location and friendly locals. Have we missed anything off the list?

Bold, innovative and exciting – Chicago loves to thrill and is continually pushing boundaries. Whether you favour deep-pan pizza and some of the finest steak on the East Coast or love unique gastronomical delights that are made for sharing on Instagram, when it comes to great foods, Chicago delivers!

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Where are the best coffee shops in Chicago?

Guides & Tips

Coffee is a serious business in Chicago. Whether you are just looking for a quick caffeine fix on the go or are a coffee bean aficionado looking to get the LD on the java diversity, you will adore the coffee culture in Chicago. Whether you have a couple of days or a couple of weeks, there’s no need to suffer from any caffeine FOMO. Let us clue you in to not just the best coffee shops in Chicago for the best roasters, but where to have an amazing caffeine-fuelled experience in the city.

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Best museums in Chicago

See & Do

From literature and art to science and history, the variety of museums in Chicago is varied and plentiful. It’s almost guaranteed that you will find something to love. Whether you are passionate about pharaohs, plants, paintings or all of the above, you will find it amongst the plethora of museums that make up Chicago’s cultural landscape.

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner in Chicago

Food & Drink

From eclectic eateries to sizzling steak and everything in-between. If you packed your appetite for the Windy City, you can’t really go wrong. Whether you are looking for Pan-Asian powerhouses, plant-powered plates or simply the best hot dogs in downtown, our guide to the best restaurants in Chicago will have you primed for plate-side success.

Seville Spain

Seville

Destination

Astonishingly beautiful with picturesque neighbourhoods and home to three UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Seville simply oozes antique charm. This bijou city is steeped in tradition and history, while at the same time providing a contemporary edge that surprises and delights.

Famed for its historic centre, whose highlight is its Gothic cathedral that dominates the Sevillian skyline. The city is an exhilarating mix of meandering mediaeval lanes, baroque churches and palaces. Seville is intoxicating and really draws you in. The traditions of old can still be found around every corner in the shape of flamenco clubs, in its historic architecture and of course in its bullfighting. Whilst this might not sit right with everyone, this mainstay remains merely as a remnant of Seville’s heritage.

With a smorgasbord of standout sights, attractions and exciting things to do, this Andalucian city will never leave you bored and at a loss of things to do. It’s easy to see why it continuously tops the best cities to visit in the world list.

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner in Seville

Food & Drink

Tapas,tapas, tapas! A national institution of Spain and in particular – Seville. If you are looking for that and a little bit more, when it comes to the capital of the Andalusican culinary scene you won’t be disappointed. Whether you’re splashing the cash or backpacking on a budget, the diverse range of food and drink in Seville will tantalise even the fussiest of taste buds.

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How to experience Seville like a local

See & Do

When you travel to a new destination, there are some standout landmarks and attractions that you really need to add to your must-visit list. We are not saying you should swerve the obvious things to do in Seville, such as the Alcázar Palace and the famous Seville Cathedral. Nor are we saying avoid cheeky day trips from Seville either, but there’s something to be said for venturing further afield from ‘that’ cathedral and the other tourist highways.