With low-cost airlines such as the new Czech Smart Wings offering discount travel, a large beer costing $1.50, plenty of “girly bars,” and a McDonalds on (nearly) every corner, Prague has certainly changed over the years. Still, downtown Prague seems to have been largely unassaulted by the times; the modern buildings fit in with the old, and the city is still among the most beautiful in the world. A maturing property market makes Prague the...

Koh Samui is Thailand’s holiday island. Pearly beaches, turquoise seas, and plantations of coconut palms, this is tropical fantasy brought to life. It’s every travel writers dream gig—but at this moment I’m none too happy.

South Africa is known for its world-famous safaris, but in Cape Town, you'll find a fun-filled roster of activities for the more active or extreme. Join Laura Sheridan as she takes you through Four Extreme Adventures In Cape Town.

Sanja bought two apartments in Budapest—the first shortly after arriving in 1996. The apartment is in the well-heeled and fashionable area of the VIth. She could command a monthly rental of about $920 and could probably sell it now for more than $200,000. Sanja knew she was on to a good thing, and so in 1997 she bought a second apartment which she now rents out. Read on to find out more about business opportunities in beautiful Budapest.

In 1516, King Francois I invited Leonardo da Vinci to join the French court at Amboise—offering him a generous salary and a small manor house, Le Clos Luce. Situated just outside the royal chateau walls, Leonardo lived here for three years until his death at 67 years of age... Read more about Leonardo's former home, the best way to see Hong Kong, and a French dance sensation.