11 Articles for Michael Wheeler

A college town that's home to the nation's oldest public university, Chapel Hill is set in the midst of rolling hills and, with adjacent Durham and Raleigh, is part of the Research Triangle of North Carolina.

As the most popular vacation destination in Texas, Corpus Christi has easy beach access, handsome neighborhoods, a multicultural population, and great weather.

From sailing on the Gulf of Mexico, to sunbathing on its many beaches, to celebrating at its many festivals, living in Fort Myers in southwest Florida is like being on a permanent vacation.

Situated in north-central Florida, in an area of rivers, lakes, and moss-draped trees, Gainesville exudes small-town friendliness and college-town energy.

The name says it all – sun, sea, and sand. Long Beach epitomizes the Californian lifestyle.

San Antonio, the 9th-largest city in the US, has an unforgettable history (remember the Alamo!), a 2.5-mile-long cobblestoned River Walk, and a penchant for festivals.

With surf spots and wine estates, Santa Barbara's lifestyle is the perfect blend of cool Californian and warm Mediterranean.

Enjoy excellent desert landscapes and the beauty of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucson!

Victoria (pop. 74,125), the capital city of British Columbia, located on Vancouver Island, will enchant you with its manicured gardens, British heritage, and breathtaking vistas.

The City of Roses, Windsor (pop. 208,402), located across the river from Detroit, offers arts, a university, and miles of parkland.

Yellowknife (pop. 16,541): Gold, diamonds, and giant fish – this ruggedly beautiful landscape has a wealth of natural resources.