This post covers the safe, vibrant, culturally rich Old Havana. Havana is the largest city in the Caribbean and in 1982, was designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The architecture exhibits a blending of many styles from Art Deco, Neoclassic, Baroque and ugly utilitarian. Many main buildings in Havana have been restored to their original glory, while others are showing signs of the slow process of restoration.

The Chelsea section of Manhattan has gone through a gentrification process the last couple of decades, just like many other areas of New York City. The waterfront here was dominated by freight-unloading areas at one time, and there was very little to see in this industrial area.

The Village is one of New York’s most historically rich neighborhoods and it has architecture spanning all eras. It is almost like a time capsule that has embraced culture and counter-culture alike. Originally attracting artists, writers, musicians and actors, this area is full of old New York charm with buildings tucked away on winding streets created before the existence of the grid.

Did you know that that the capital city of Budapest was formed in 1873 joining together two different cities, Buda (on the west bank of the Danube) and the Pest (pronounced Pescht, on the east bank)? Although they are united under one name, they are still referred to separately.

Philadelphia, often called "Philly," is a city rich in history and cultural significance. Founder, William Penn named the city which is derived from the Greek words "phileo," meaning love, and "adelphos," meaning brother, symbolizing a place of brotherly love and religious tolerance.

The Martin House was a Frank Lloyd Wright design built between 1903 and 1905 for Buffalo businessman Darwin Martin and his family.

Graycliff was designed by architect Frank Lloyd Wright between 1926-1931 for Isabelle R Martin, wife of industrialist Darwin Martin, as a summer home for their family.

It was the built in 1850 for a Scottish immigrant who became the city’s wealthiest ship owner and cotton merchant in 1849.

Annapolis is Maryland’s capital city on the Chesapeake Bay, with a historic district that includes 18th-century brick houses and the domed 1700’s Maryland State House.

The Federal-style mansion in the Georgetown neighborhood of Washington D.C. was originally the home of Martha Washington’s grandaughter Martha Parke Custis Peter and her husband, Thomas.

This five-part Georgian mansion was built in the 1760s and then carefully restored by Historic Annapolis beginning in 1965.

Marjorie Merriweather Post was a pioneering business executive, engaged citizen, generous philanthropist, distinguished collector and amazing party hostess.

Savannah is the oldest city in the state of Georgia, established in 1733. The downtown Historic District, considered one of the largest in the U.S., largely retains the original twenty-two parklike square plans laid out by James Oglethorpe.

Portland, Maine is known for its unique and vibrant atmosphere, often described as having a "funky" vibe by visitors and locals alike.

Downtown Saratoga Springs offers a charming mix of old and new. The main stret is Broadway, lined with Victorian-style buildings housing boutiques, restaurants and galleries.

In the 1600’s this area was a major shipping and transportation center and this lasted through the the early part of the 19th century.

Today, Bushwick is a vibrant, colorful urban neighborhood with trendy restaurants, independent shops, galleries, thrift shops, and high-priced condos.

The Merchant’s House Museum was the home of Seabury Tredwell, a New York City prosperous hardware merchant, and his family for over 100 years.

Madrid is a cheerful and vibrant city at all hours. It is known for its rich history, architecture, late dinners, art and culture. It is diverse and welcoming with every style of neighborhood and culture.

Berlin is a diverse city with a vibrant culture scene. It has both new and historic architecture, monuments and memorial sites commemorating the city’s unique history.