Some must-see attractions in and around Richmond, Virginia.

An American treasure, the Erie Canal was opened in 1825 and soon became the nation's first superhighway allowing settlers access to rich and plentiful land resources. This illustrated stretch – from Brockport to Rochester, NY – depicts the Canal and surrounding countryside as it is in the present day. Every crossing has been carefully portrayed, right down to navigational lights underneath the bridges. And if you look really hard there's even apples on the trees! More at http://www.karpovagecreative.com/

Another of my favourite places in Hong Kong. One of the city's quirkiest modes of transport is the Central - Mid-levels Escalator, built as a connection between the financial district and residential areas further up the hillside.

From its starting point on Queen's Road Central, the escalator snakes its way through one of Hong Kong's oldest and most interesting neighbourhoods - an eclectic blend of wet markets, colonial structures, hip restaurants, watering holes and art galleries. Like the city as a whole, it keeps a precarious balance between age-old tradition and unashamed modernity.

Step inside our three-dimensional, birds-eye-view pictorial map of Savannah, Georgia. Enjoy the many hidden gems, rich history, and architectural splendor that make this classy Southern Belle a national treasure of American heritage.

To view the full the map – with even more of the district shown – visit: http://www.karpovagecreative.com

Take a break from the currywurst and kebobs and try any of these places - you will love them. They are not all exclusively vegetarian restaurants, but the dishes are!

A stunning town on the Italian Riviera, full of interesting delicatessens, cafes and great views.

My favourite places in Phuket, including the Orchid Gardens, Soi Rommani, Big Buddha and the Gibbon Rehabilitation Centre