Banff, Scotland
Duff House
This 18th century mansion is named and built for William Duff of Braco. Despite the honor, Duff never lived in this mansion, preferring Rothiemay Castle instead.
This 18th century mansion is named and built for William Duff of Braco. Despite the honor, Duff never lived in this mansion, preferring Rothiemay Castle instead.
In its early days, this Russian hotel offered a number of rare services such as an on-site restaurant and barber shop.
Alpine hotel with rich history, including housing Switzerland's Commander-in-Chief during WWII.
This once-small German fishing village has developed into a seaside resort following the establishment of a cruise line center in 2005.
Opened on New Year's Day 1899, this train station in Boston was once the largest such station in the world.
From the CommunityThis hotel has one of the oldest and largest pools in the United States, showcasing classic architecture from the 1920s.
This California capitol, inspired by the nation's capitol in D.C., survived two earthquakes within days of each other and remains a prominent example of Neoclassical style.
This archive in Toronto has been active since 1792. Over 1.2 million photographs are stored, including the first known photos of the city taken in 1856-1857.
A curious tourist attraction, this defunct bath is now known to locals as the "Crab Pool".
From the CommunityNicknamed the "Spinning Top," this unique Canadian lighthouse warns of an undersea hazard.
In 1956, Kathy Kohner's passion for surfing brought the sport into the mainstream. Some say "Gidget" still walks along the pier today.
Longest-running solar power and cogeneration company in the San Francisco area that installed the first permitted solar electric systems in the area.
From the CommunityThe shallow waters of Geographe Bay in Western Australia allowed for the construction of the longest pier in the world, stretching nearly two kilometers out to sea.
Every morning, 2000 Runner Ducks emerge to assist in the control of the snail and pest population in these vineyards.
Como Park's glass conservatory is a shining star within the grounds. During the winter months, the warmth of this greenhouse creates a tropical paradise making visitors feel like they are in a reverse snow globe.
The striking Hvalnes Lighthouse in Iceland, is located on a sub-volcanic rock mountain, containing quartz and precious metals.
The name of La Corbiere Lighthouse in the UK, means ravens or crows, and was the world's first concrete lighthouse.
This deluxe hotel in Slovenia wasn't always the five-star attraction it is today. After closing three times, new ownership came together to give the hotel a modern makeover.
A royal Swedish residence for more than 300 years, this palace reflects the changing decorative tastes of many eras.
This public square in Vienna features a monument to Emperor Joseph II and is surrounded on all sides by historic buildings.
This Port Authority building in Western Australia oversees operations in one of Australia's busiest ports.
Once a hub for 19th century elite, this grand hotel in Budapest features both a bar and a grocery store in the basement.
A picturesque church designed in the same stylistic manner as the baroque Moritzburg castle by the Dresden architect Richard Schleinitz.
From the CommunityThis Milanese bar actually falls under the category of "Intentionally Wes Anderson" as the director designed the interior himself.
This Victorian-era English pier grew in size and popularity with the rise of coastal resorts.
Beloved by residents of Brighton and Hove, this "pleasure pier" has been entertaining revelers for over a century.
Although nestled in a serene setting, the Chateau Malou holds a harried past.
This 5-star Italian hotel recently paid homage to Rimini-born filmmaker Federico Fellini who admired the hotel as a child, depicted it in his films, and nearly died in it.
This middle school partners with NYU's School of Medicine, whose members mentor 6-8 graders.
This seaside solarium is situated on the roof of the Hotel Nuovo Diana in Senigallia, Italy's renowned "Velvet Beach".
Rotting seaweed once characterized this now popular, and cleaned up promenade in Sweden.
Most commonly known for it's Chocolate Easter Eggs, this factory is home to Cadbury, the second-largest confectionery brand in the world.
These fanciful interiors belong to the oldest private club in Johannesburg, South Africa that has undergone transformations in recent years.
The Old Gardur Lighthouse in Iceland was built low enough to the ground to avoid mist but as a result is always in danger from high surf.
Originally marketed with features such as "refrigerated rooms and drive-in parking", this roadside lodge in downtown Savannah, Georgia remains open and offers 42 retro decorated rooms.