A guide to the White Nights in Saint Petersburg

Saint Petersburg is one of the best cities in the world.

Saint Petersburg is one of those cities lucky enough to be able to witness the midnight sun, or midnight twilight to be more precise. From about June 11 to July 2, Saint Petersburg doesn’t have nights as such, but rather than that, 12  hours of twilight during which people will do anything but sleep. These days are the time when the White Nights Festival is taking place, a an annual international arts festival with varied events ranging from ballet to famous international bands.

While other night-time cultural festivals drew their inspiration from the Saint Petersburg event, only this festival manages to completely chase away the night, so here’s a short guide to the White Nights in Saint Petersburg. …

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Top 10 most beautiful churches in the world

Hallgrímskirkja, photo by O Palsson

A church is a sort o building that you can appreciate regardless of your beliefs, and even the most hardened atheist would be hard pressed to say that churches are not interesting. Religious architecture has a long history, and it usually has a knack for bringing out the best of the styles of a certain era.

Many churches in the world look like they can tell you a story about the times when they were built, and from an artistic point of view, they are certainly worth looking at. So for those who want a spiritual pilgrimage or simply want to see some pretty buildings, here are the top 10 most beautiful churches in the world. …

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Top 5 backpacking destinations in 2011

Croatia

It’s not a secret that backpacking can be one of the most fulfilling and exciting ways to travel – there’s no better way of discovering a country and its culture than getting your hands (and feet) dirty, and roughing it for a couple of weeks.

Now that backpacking is so common, it’s not difficult anymore to find cheap accommodation that that still looks decent, and you can have a great trip with little money. Besides, wandering off the beaten track in search of new and exciting places is the best travel experience anyone can wish for. So here are the top 5 backpacking destinations in 2011. …

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Travel update : Japan

The terrible earthquake that hit Japan on Friday was a shock for everyone, and although a few days have passed since the quake, the country is unfortunately still not safe. It’s sad when you find out that another country and its people are hit by a disaster, natural or otherwise, and just as sad when you think of all the natural beauty that was destroyed.

Luckily, Japan is a country that’s advanced both economically and technologically, and hopefully it will recover as fast as possible. Here are some travel updates for those who were planning on visiting this amazing country in the near future. …

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Cardiff Hotels Realised in the Revolution

Cardiff lighthouse

Cardiff grew up late and when it did, it did so quickly. The development of Cardiff hotels has benefited from the city’s relatively recent rejuvenation.It is easy to think that Cardiff has been Wales’ major city throughout history.

When you wander through the streets and down to the ever-expanding waterfront, it feels obvious that this is the nation’s capital and that it has always been this way. Cardiff, however, ticked along quite quietly until the Industrial Revolution showed the city its true worth. …

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The biggest Mardi Gras carnivals outside the US in 2011

There are still a couple of months to go until Mardi Gras, but when it comes to one of the biggest parties of the year, it doesn’t hurt to start planning in advance. Especially if you are thinking of seeing how folks in other parts of the world celebrate Mardi Gras.

The New Orleans festivals is iconic, but what happens in other cities on March 8, 2011. At its origins, Mardi Gras was (and still is, for many people), a religious holiday, so decadence is not usually a part of Mardi Gras festivities in some places.

But whatever your inclinations, there are surely some places around the world where they celebrate Mardi Gras just the way you’d like. Here are the biggest Mardi Gras carnivals outside the US in 2011. …

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10 tips for pet travel

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So you have a little animal friend that you don’t really want to be separated from during your holidays? Luckily, there are more and more opportunities for pet travel nowadays, so you can spare yourself (and your pet) from the bother or finding a pet-sitter.

However, pet travel can sometimes be difficult if you don’t know what to do. Making your pet comfortable during a potentially long trip, finding pet-friendly accommodation and destinations takes a bit of research. So for all the pet-loving travelers out there, here are 10 useful tips for pet travel. …

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10 things you didn’t know about Puerto Rico

Like with all popular holiday destinations, Puerto Rico has a ready-made image that even people who haven’t visited it yet know about. When you think Puerto Rico, you think great beaches, sizzling nightlife and lots of parties, but there’s much more than that to it!

Puerto Rico is a country with a personality of its own beyond the touristy first impression, and there are lots of quirky facts about it that will make your stay more interesting. So here are 10 things that you didn’t know about Puerto Rico. …

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Top 5 hotels for Super Bowl 2011

The countdown for the biggest sporting event of the year has begun! There are only a few weeks left until Super Bowl, and if you’re attending, I’m sure you can hardly wait. Many football fans travel for hundreds and even thousands of miles to see the game.

We still don’t know who will be playing, but seeing as it will be either the Jets or the Pittsburgh Steelers against the Green Bay Packers or the Chicago Bears, the game is guaranteed to keep you glued to your seats with excitement. And if you decide to see the Super Bowl at the Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, you should book a hotel room while you can still find any. Here are the top 5 hotels for Super Bowl 2011. …

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Top 5 indoor waterparks in the US

If you live in a place where it doesn’t really get cold in the winter, you are one of the happy people who can go to the pool or to the seaside any time of the year. But if you happen to live in a temperate climate, you will have to abandon your outdoorsy swimming habits until summer comes.

Luckily, indoor pools are nothing new anymore, and you can always retreat to the safe air-conditioned environment of the indoor waterpark and swim or splash to your heart’s content. Here’s a list of the top 5 indoor waterparks in the US. …

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