the Travel Enthusiast
- 20 Sep
How to organize a round the world trip
photo by _sarchi
When Jules Verne wrote his adventure novel Around the world in eighty days in 1973, a journey around the globe in such a short time seemed the stuff of legends. But more than a century later, traveling has gotten a lot more accessible, and you don’t have to be a wealthy English gentlemen in order to accomplish the feat.
A trip around the world is not that uncommon anymore, and possibly less adventurous than in Jules Verne’s time, but it’s still a huge project. Organizing a trip like that takes a lot of planning, but it is ultimately more rewarding than any other journey you could take. So here are some tips on how to organize a round the world trip, for the adventure-hungry globe trotter. …
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The backpacker’s guide to Lebanon
Beirut, photo by austinevan
Lebanon is not what most people imagine the Middle East is like. This small country is green and mountainous, sand dune-less and modern, with great care invested in preserving its rich historical heritage. Lebanon hasn’t always been a perfect place for a holiday, but there’s no doubt about it today: if you want to go to the Middle East, start with Lebanon.
Friendly people, cities with great nightlife, loads of historical sites ranging from the old to the very old, and an incredible cuisine, make Lebanon irresistible. What’s more, Lebanon can be visited on a budget, so here’s a backpacker’s guide to Lebanon. …
- 19 Sepevike14 in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
The greatest observation decks in the world
Taipei 101, photo by daymin
Observation decks are great inventions – if you have a really tall building towering over everything else around it, built for whatever purpose, why not make the most of it? Put an observation deck on any building tall enough, and you go yourself a pretty good attraction, not only for the tourists who are thirsty for panoramas, but for the locals as well.
If you don’t have any problems with heights and you like to take a good, leisurely look at the urban sprawl, then you should consider visiting some of the greatest observation decks in the world. …
- lizzy_a in Travel Planning | 1 COMMENT
The best Christmas markets to visit in 2011
Vienna
Christmas is not yet round the corner, but that doesn’t mean that it’s not already time to prepare, especially if you have a pre-Christmas outing in mind.
If you are always in a pickle when it comes to buying presents, here’s a fun way to take get the chore done and have some fun while at it (and maybe even pick up some goodies for yourself): go to a Christmas market! Large and lavish Christmas markets are the norm in cities where Christmas celebrations are taken particularly seriously, and since most Christmas markets start well before Christmas, you can easily load up on the gifts well in advance, while you’re having a short beginning-of-winter-break. So here are some of the best Christmas markets to visit in 2011. …
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The most scenic ferry rides in the world
Split
Ferries are just convenient ways of getting across water, especially if you’re with a car, right? While this is an incontestable truth, there just might be more to ferries than meet the eye. Ferry rides can actually be quite scenic, and although there probably aren’t many people who take ferry rides just for the fun of it, if you have no choice but take the ferry, then you might as well enjoy it and make the most of it.
But some ferry rides are simply too good to miss, and if they happen to be on (or near) your itinerary, then you should definitely hop on, kick back and stare in wonderment. Here are some of the most scenic ferry rides in the world. …
- 15 Septibi60 in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Travel destinations for Thanksgiving 2011
photo by Tuchodi
Thanksgiving is the time of the year when you are supposed to spend time with your family and your loved ones and remembering the things that you are thankful for, but that doesn’t mean that you have to do it at home.
Traveling at Thanksgiving usually entails visiting relatives or family who love in a different city, but you can make this all-American holiday even more special if you are spending it in a fun and exciting place. Preparing a Thanksgiving outing is not an easy task, especially if you are aiming to make everyone involved happy, but it is possible, especially if your chosen destination is simply too good to miss. So to give you a few ideas about where you could spend the upcoming holiday, here are some great travel destinations for Thanksgiving 2011. …
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Mysterious Ukraine: top 5 travel destinations
Odessa
Eastern Europe is becoming a more and more popular tourist destination, and although the Balkans are now attracting a steady stream of tourists, there are parts of Europe that haven’t had yet a share in the limelight. Ukraine, the ‘borderland’ as its name says, is slowly shifting into something completely different, with improving economy and a more carefree attitude.
Ukraine is a cultural and historical patchwork , whose Slavic heritage is peppered with Scythian gold stuffed into museums, cave monasteries, Byzantine murals and Tatar stories. There are countless reasons for visiting this country, and here’s a taste of what awaits you in mysterious Ukraine: top 5 travel destinations. …
- 14 Sep
Visiting the old city of Jerusalem
Jerusalem
Jerusalem is one of those cities that, although strongly associated with spirituality, you don’t really need an ounce of spirituality to appreciate wholly. The Old City of Jerusalem is a melting pot of history both ancient and modern, of various cultures, and even different religious beliefs, a place where every little nook is heavy with the weight of centuries of history and human civilization.
While Jerusalem on the whole is an exciting city with much to offer to its visitors, no visit to the holy city is complete without a thorough tour of the Old City, which has been the beating heart of the region for millennia. Here are some useful tips for visiting the old city of Jerusalem, to help you make the most of this exciting travel experience. …
- 12 Sep
A backpacker’s guide to Norway
Without a shadow of a doubt, Norway is one of the most beautiful countries on the planet. Such stunning natural beauty is a heavy responsibility, but Norwegians are taking great care to preserve their natural heritage as best as possible, so if you are a backpacker in search of beauty in any forms, you can’t help but instantly fall in love with this country as soon as you step foot in it.Visiting the wild Norwegian countryside is the experience of a lifetime, but the beautiful cities also have many charms that lure travelers to them. If you want a backpacking trip that takes your through stunning natural parks, lively cities and remote villages, then here’s a backpacker’s guide to Norway to help your plan your journey. …
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Top 5 beach break destinations this autumn
Nicosia
For those who are living in temperate regions, summer’s on its way out, so weather warm enough to go to beach is not that common anymore. But this is far from being the end of the beach season this year, at least in several great destinations where beach life is still going strong.
The best part about going to the beach in autumn is that many destinations are off-season, so your holiday will likely cost a fraction of its summer price. So if you want to catch some last rays and take a dip in salty water, then pack your bathing suit and check out the top 5 beach break destinations this autumn. …
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