WARNING: Lahore has been severely affected by several suicide bomb blasts and politically motivated violence over the last three years. Attacks also targeted many worship places, including the Data Durbar shrine. Demonstrations and rallies can rapidly turn violent. Western citizens might be a potential target of hostility and anti-Western mob violence. It is vital for travellers to maintain good situational awareness.
My mom was a history teacher and couldn't wait to take me to Philadelphia. From Independence Hall to the Liberty Bell, my mom was in heaven... and so was I! And what about those cheese steaks... this California girl had her mind blown with the first bite.
Charleston is the most incredible city I've ever been to. I lived there for four years, and I dream of the day that I can move back. There's something for everyone to do: exquisite food, beautiful beaches, stellar nightlife, more history tours than anyone could possibly take, friendly locals, high end shopping, unique architecture, and more. My favorite parts of the city are the Battery/White Point Gardens and a secret cemetery right off of King Street. I can't recommend Charleston enough!
Moncloa is a nice area for students as is nearby Plaza de España. La Latina and Lavapiez are areas or "barrios" full of a mix of people and cultures, and can be a bit new for some people. Malasaña is a brilliant student/artistic area full of young people. Areas like Salamanca and Chamartin are a bit more high end, Salamanca has the famous shops like Jimmy Choo and Armani on the same roads and Chamartin is almost the financial businessy area, it has some nice places to stay and eat but it's more somewhere to go if you're on a work trip.
I spent a year living here as part of my course at uni and I absolutely loved it. Best time in my opinion to go is between March and June. A lot of the city starts to undego building works over the Summer when everyone is off on holiday/ not working from the heat. I know for a fact my lab closes for the whole of August from the heat. It's a very laid back city, very relaxed, full of bars and lovely people. Personally I struggled finding a lot of touristy things for friends and family visiting to do here but it's a great place for students and art lovers. It truly is a beautiful city. Though English travellers beware, they are very laid back about eveyrthing, especially timings!
Great nightlife—spent the new year here and it was cold and rainy but the city was GORGEOUS! People are so friendly and kind, coffee is amazing, but good luck with public transport 😉
Milan, depending on how you want to tour the city, is virtually visitable all the year. Keep in mind most places, including tourist destinations and museums, are closed on Mondays.
In autumn, the weather is warm/cool, and in later months can be quite rainy and foggy. At this time of the year, the city's inhabitants are very busy with work, so, the only people you're likely to see wandering around are tourists. All the major venues and shops are opened, since it is the working part of the year.
In winter, the city can become very, very cold (often below or around zero degrees centigrade), and the weather is usually foggy and rainy if not snowy. However, the city, in the few weeks before Christmas, becomes delightful to visit - the main sights are all illuminated by stunning lights, a huge Christmas tree is set up in front of the Duomo, vendors and markets can be found everywhere, many shop and display windows are decorated and the streets become bustling with locals and tourists alike. However, the only downside is that it can become extremely crowded, noisy and busy.
In spring, the weather is similar to that of autumn. People go back to work, and the atmosphere becomes more quiet, yet serious unlike that of the winter. Parks become nice to visit, as trees blossom. The city is also quite nice to visit at Carnival, where people dress up and celebrate, and during Easter, where there are special services held in churches and some special events.
In summer, Milan can become extremely hot and humid, with the odd powerful rainstorm here and there. Whilst in July, apart from the weather, most shops remain open, in August, as many locals go off to take their summer holidays, many businesses and venues shut down (with the notice Chiuso per ferie, or shut down for vacation). The city may become quite empty with the odd tourist strolling around, and with several of the main sights shut down. Despite it's not the best time for shopping and the weather's not at all times very pleasant, it's good if you want to enjoy the city to yourself when it's quiet, and maybe want to stroll around, sipping at the odd open bar or at an ice cream, or walking in a silent park. Despite many businesses shut down, some still do remain open, and you will still be able to find some open shops, restaurants and museums.
Source: WikiTravel