the Travel Enthusiast
- 10 Nov
Tips on how to survive an overnight bus trip
photo by Marc Sheffner
If you’ve ever backpacked or taken a trip while strapped for money, then you’re probably very familiar with the none too pleasant experience of taking long and tedious bus trips.
When you’re still at the beginning of your trip, full of excitement and enthusiasm, you will probably only be concerned with the cheapest and most reasonably comfortable way of getting from one place to another, but a couple of hours into an overnight bus trip you will have to come to terms with the grueling, boring reality of it.
Overnight bus trips are not fun, and something they can be downright torturous, but they can be made somewhat more bearable with a few tricks. So here are some tips on how to survive an overnight bus trip. …
- 09 Novtibi60 in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
The most amazing tourist destinations in Myanmar
Myanmar
Probably for many people, the first things that spring to mind when it comes to Myanmar, otherwise known as Burma, are mostly on the negative side: a repressive government that determined economic sanctions from other countries, brutally repressed rebellions and even a Nobel Prize for Peace winner placed under house arrest for years.
Myanmar projects a pretty bleak picture for outsiders, but that is not what strikes first time visitors to the country. As soon as you land in Myanmar, you will notice how extraordinarily diverse it is, the loving way in which traditional culture is preserved, the pride people take in their historical monuments, and how incredibly friendly they are. Myanmar is an awe-inspiring country, so take a chance and visit some of the most amazing tourist destinations in Myanmar. …
- tylerd in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
Top 5 surprising attractions in Guatemala
Lake Atitlan, photo by alq666
Guatemala is a place that simply captures your heart. A country that is ill-famed for its high rates of criminality, and yet a country where people always return to see more. Guatemala is probably a well known name for those travelers who are interested in Maya culture or colonial history, pristine forests and volcanoes.
Guatemalan culture is rich and tourist attractions are always surprising, especially if you expect to find a dangerous or poverty-stricken country. Whatever your travel-infused imagination cooks up, it can probably be put into practice in Guatemala. If you’re curious about what this Central American country has to offer, here are top 5 surprising attractions in Guatemala. …
- 08 Novandra88 in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
The highest cities in the world (and why you should visit them)
Altitude comes with a lot of drawbacks: you have trouble breathing the thin air, you can get altitude sickness, and the weather is much colder than in the plains. But strangely enough people still live in these rather inhospitable conditions, and more than that, there are flourishing cities at heights where many people haven’t even been yet.
These cities prove that humans have an astonishing capacity to adapt, and more than that, to make a decent living among the clouds. So prepare to catch your breath and climb up to the highest cities in the world,because there’s no shortage of reasons why you should visit them. …
- 07 Novevike14 in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
Top 5 things to do in Bangalore
Bangalore
Bangalore is a budget paradise, and you can pull off a very comfortable vacation in the capital of Karnakata. Affordable accommodation can be found aplenty, tour packages and travel deals abound, what more could you need? And Bangalore is not just a cheap destination where you can spend your holidays and nothing more.
This city is full of life and full of things to see and do, from interesting museums to fascinating temples, palaces and parks. If you’re curious about what this colorful city has to offer, check out the top 5 things to do in Bangalore. …
- papillon in Food Experiences | NO COMMENTS
The most expensive drinks in the world and where to get them
photo by Sarah_Ackerman on Flickr
When you’re a backpacker strapped for cash, or an eco-conscious independent traveler, buying the most expensive drink on the menu is probably not going to be among your most cherished travel experiences.
But if your bank account is doing good, or if you happen to win the lottery, there are a few extravagant and costly drinks in the world that can quench tour thirst in the glitziest way possible. If you’re in the mood to spend ridiculous amounts of money on things that are gone in a few slurps (or if you’re just plain curious about what the posh people drink) you might be interested in finding out which are some of the most expensive drinks in the world and where to get them. …
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Top 5 romantic places to visit this winter
Ottawa
It’s said that Spring is the season for love and romance, but if you’re in a romantic mood then you can make any time of the year seem romantic. And even if freezing temperatures and heavy snow don’t sound like the most romantic things in the world for you, the beauty of travel is that all it takes is a flight and you can find yourself in a sun-drenched corner of the world that is just ripe for romance.
So surprise your significant other with a trip to one of the top 5 romantic places to visit this winter, and if you’re in search of a romance, you might find it in these beautiful places. …
- 04 Novevike14 in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
5 reasons to visit Kosovo
photo by Donika Sadiku on Flickr
Kosovo is merely the newest addition to the ever shape-shifting Balkans. This newborn country is still trying to find its feet, but in its few years of independence it managed to do quite well by itself.
The cities in the mountains are being rebuilt, new and modern buildings rise up among the crumbling buildings destroyed in the war, and countless memorials remind people of those who died in 1998-1999.
But despite this grim history, Kosovo is not a sad place, and there’s more to it than beautiful scenery and mountains – it is a mix of six cultures trying to get along and rebuild their country. Here are 5 reasons to visit Kosovo. …
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Pros and cons for all inclusive travel
photo by Eustaquio Santimano on Flickr
Many travelers who have roamed the planet would say that you’re not traveling properly unless it’s just you and your backpack, a battered travel guidebook, meager funds and tons of creative ideas, plus the willingness to go wherever the wind takes you.
But for others, traveling is a less gritty experience, and it’s all about relaxing: lounging in the sun, sampling delicious food, luxurious rooms and a no worrying about what you should do next because everything is being taken care of. Independent travelers will surely scoff at the prospect of an all-inclusive trip that robs you of many of the joys of traveling, but is there really no positive side to all inclusive resorts? Here are the pros and cons for all inclusive travel – so decide for yourself whether it’s the right way of traveling for you! …
- 03 Novlizzy_a in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
Top 5 sights in Albania
A beautiful girl enjoying her day in Albania
It’s no secret that Albania is one of the most underrated destinations in Eastern Europe, and yet tourism has found its way into this gem of the Balkans that only a few decades ago was still locked down by communism.
The Albania of today is awakening from a long slumber, which is not necessarily a good thing if you yearn for unspoiled beaches and car-free towns, like in the good old days.
But Albania has preserved its unique culture, and has tons of things to offer for those looking for interesting attractions that contain the flavor of a country. Here are top 5 sights in Albania, one of the most hospitable countries in the Balkans. …
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