Holly Springs is an old but fast growing town in the Raleigh-Durham area. The town is between Apex and Cary with an affluent population of 25,000, more than double its 2000 population.  Holly Springs is working hard to transform itself into a charming little town. In the center of the town there are signs marking its historic district.  The brand…...

Lincolnshire is an extremely affulent suburb northwest of Chicago. The population is about 7,000, the median HH income is over $130,000, and the average age about 45. The village of Lincolnshire hosts several festivals in City Park, the Village Green, and in one of its nine public parks. The city is home to several large corporations including Hewitt Associates. Photo…...

Located in the Chilean Lakes District, Puerto Varas bills itself as the new Bariloche. With similar lakeside views and stunning surrounding mountains, the town is certainly justified in making the comparison. However, while every other shop in Bariloche sells souvenirs and ugly apartment buildings block views for most people, Puerto Varas remains a much more tranquil and undeveloped town. Considerably…...

The Algarve is the beautiful and popular coastline of southern Portugal, made up of 16 different municipalities, miles of stunning beaches, rugged cliffs and hidden coves.  It covers an area of over 1,900 square miles and has a population of approximatelly 450,000 permanent residents.  The region includes several areas each with their own unique characteristics, from fishing villages and historical…...