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- 08 Marlizzy_a in Travel Planning | 1 COMMENT
Best travel destinations for the solo traveler
Traveling alone can be a blessing and a curse, but if you know how to make the best of both, chances are that you’ll be enjoying the best trip of your life. When you go off on your own to a distant place, it can get lonely and boring, especially if there are long hours of traveling involved.However, once you get to your destination, you are free to do whatever you want, visit the sights that really interest you and enjoy your own company for a while. And if the destination is suitably interesting, traveling solo can be a really great adventure that you can later boast off to your friends and family. Here are the best travel destinations for the solo traveler. …
- kachou_n in Travel Planning | 1 COMMENT
The creepiest ghost towns outside the US
Kolmanskop, Namibia
The remains of forgotten Wild West towns can be found in many states in the US, and they important historical sites, as well as destinations that combine fun and creepiness. If you’re a fan of western movies, a trip to places like Bodie will be a delight for your inner movie buff, and make you want to don a cowboy hat and head to the nearest saloon.
But ghost towns can be found outside the US as well, and while they won’t remind you of John Wayne films, they are suitably creepy and mysterious. Here are some of the creepiest ghost towns outside the US. …
- papillon in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Best spa destinations this spring
Generally speaking, traveling is all about visiting new and exciting places, going where you haven’t gone before and doing things that you haven’t done before. All while all these things are the recipe for a great holiday adventure, sometimes you need something more…lazy.Although in Spring you’re supposed to feel full of energy, many people are still the influence of the winter blues, and one way to get rid of them is to pamper yourself a little. A spa will rejuvenate your body and your soul, and you’ll get back the precious energy you need for more traveling! Here are some of the best spa destinations this spring. …
- 07 Maritachan in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Five Eastern European cities to visit this spring
Vilnius
There’s no question about the popularity of Europe as a travel destination, but although Paris, London, Barcelona or Vienna are on well-trodden tourist paths, parts of the continent are not quite as famous for their touristic potential. Eastern Europe used to be the neglected and under-appreciated corner of the old world, but nowadays more and more people are willing to appreciate its culture and attractions.
Tourism is booming nowadays in many major (and even smaller) Eastern European cities, and their cultural and historical attractions are making their way into travel magazines. So here are five Eastern European cities to visit this Spring. …
- 06 Marandra88 in Travel Planning | 1 COMMENT
Top 5 romantic hotels in Paris
Paris is said to be one of the most romantic cities on the planet, and this is probably true. But if you end up spending your Parisian holiday in a beige hotel room with no personality whatsoever, you will feel like you’re on a business trip, not a romantic getaway (as long as you stay in your hotel room).If you’re basking in the Parisian mood when you’re out in the city, you should definitely pick a hotel that has a Parisian je ne sais quoi. So here are some suggestions for a list of the top 5 romantic hotels in Paris. …
- tibi60 in Amazing Places | 2 COMMENTS
Travel destinations for spiritual holidays
Rara Lake, by Ardahal.nitw
More often than not, traveling is a great way to relieve stress, and to relax your mind and sometimes your body. What most people look in a successful holiday is fun and excitement, but sometimes you just feel like slowing down, taking a deep breath and enjoying life’s small pleasures.
Beaches or other popular destinations are great if you’re in the mood for partying, but if you just want a holiday for the spirit, a quiet place and some spectacular sights are best you can do. Here are some great travel destinations for spiritual holidays. …
- 05 Maritachan in Food Experiences | 1 COMMENT
Top 5 vegetarian restaurants in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires, the city of contrasts, of tango, of romance, adventure, but also culture and history. Anyone should visit the Argentine capital at least once in their lifetimes, because you’re sure to find something to catch your eye there. While this can happen in any unknown city, one problem that vegetarians can experience in Buenos Aires is the question of where to eat out.Eating in a regular restaurant might make for less than a satisfying meal, if all you can eat is the salad…so for the veggie traveler, here are the top 5 vegetarian restaurants in Buenos Aires. …
- 04 Markachou_n in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Top 5 underwater attractions in Asia
We all know that Asia has so many amazing travel destinations that it is difficult to count. But when you think of travel destinations, it’s usually the places above (or under) solid ground that come to mind. However, the wonders of Asia do not cease when you leave dry land, quite the opposite.If you are not averse to getting a bit wet, the wonderful underwater sites of Asia will make a really good destination for you. So get your diving equipment (but not necessarily), and take a look at this list of top 5 underwater attractions in Asia. …
- 03 Marlizzy_a in Food Experiences | NO COMMENTS
The cheapest places to eat in Verona, Italy
Verona
Verona, the town of Romeo and Juliet, is one of the most romantic places in the world. But can you have romanticism without paying a lot of money for it? If you know how to save money on your trip, then the answer is definitely yes. There are lots of ways to save money while traveling, and meals are one of them.
Unless you are a hardened food-lover, you can sacrifice gourmet food for some less refined but filling and nonetheless tasty foods that come for cheap. So if you are willing to live more frugally while visiting some awesome places, here are the cheapest places to eat in Verona, Italy. …
- itachan in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
The most exciting tourist attractions in Macau
Macau city center
Until 1999, Macau was a an overseas territory belonging to Portugal, but although it has changed hands, not much has changed about this huge city, and it is just as fun to visit as ever. Contrary to popular opinion, Las Vegas is not the best gambling destination in the world, Macau is.
But apart form that, Macau is a city with a long (and not always happy) history – it was the last European colony in Asia, and the old town makes you feel like you’re taking a walk through some European small town. There are lots of things to see both in the city and the islands of Taipa and Coloane, so here are the most exciting tourist attractions in Macau. …
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