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- 28 Junandra88 in Travel Planning | 4 COMMENTS
Top 5 beaches in Malta
Comino Island, Malta
The sunny island country of Malta is one of the most fun and scenic summer destinations in Europe. You might want to visit Malta if you are interested in its rich medieval history and architecture, but also if you are looking for some lively yet pristine beaches where you can lounge around and enjoy the sun.
Many hotels in Malta are located only minutes from beaches, but if you want to make sure that you get the best, here’s a list of the top 5 beaches in Malta. …
- tibi60 in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
The prettiest pedestrian towns in the world
Innere Stadt, photo by Cha già José
Nowadays, the best way to describe a city is ‘urban jungle’, with high rise buildings, huge crowds and of course, countless, noisy cars. Even smaller towns are turning into miniature versions of the big cities and their constant traffic and bustle, but not all of them. In some towns, it’s possible to experience the joy of walking on the street without keeping an eye out for cars.
The nostalgia for the towns of the past, as well as the preoccupation with health and protecting the environment has lead to a boom in pedestrianized areas in towns and cities, especially in the old centers with historical buildings. So if you feel like taking a relaxing, car-free walk, here are the prettiest pedestrian towns in the world. …
- 27 Junlizzy_a in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Top 5 bike friendly cities in the world
Perth Australia
Biking is one of the ecofriendliest ways to get around nowadays, and in addition to protecting the environment, it’s good or your health and general well being too. But that’s not all, because from a tourist’s point of view, there are some other advantages to biking.
First of all, if the place you’re visiting has bike track, then renting a bike is far more affordable than relying on public transport, and in crowded cities it might even get you aster to your destination. Besides, nothing beats seeing a beautiful city from the vantage point of a bike seat, and sneaking into narrow alleys and corners that no bus can get into. So for bike enthusiasts, here are the top 5 bike friendly cities in the world. …
- 23 Junevike14 in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
A backpacker’s guide to Bhutan
Bhutan
Nestled between two conspicuous and even notorious neighbors like the huge country of India and the autonomous region of Tibet, Bhutan seems hardly noticeable on the map. Not much is known of this country in general, and even less is heard about it, but adventurous tourists will probably know that this tiny mountain country is one of the best places to visit nowadays.
The untouched beauty of Bhutan is very little affected by the globalizing powers of tourism, and its national and cultural identity set it far apart from any of its neighboring countries. Bhutan is a place waiting to be discovered, and the best way to see it (as well as the easiest) is through a backpacking trip, so here’s a short backpacker’s guide to Bhutan. …
- 22 Juntylerd in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
The best beaches for swimming in the US
Some people go to the beach for the silky sand, for sun bathing and the prospect of a nice tan, to relax and read a book or to play volley ball, for example. Others are more interested in the water, and less on the beach, which is just a strip of sand or rocks separating them from watery bliss.So if for you going to the beach is an opportunity to splash around, take a dip and frolic in the water, then here are some of the best beaches for swimming in the US. …
- 21 Junpapillon in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Top 5 birdwatching destinations in the world
Birdwatching is not the most active passtime, but certainly one of the most interesting. And in order to pursue their interest, amateur birwatchers have to arm themselves not only with large amounts of information about bird species, how they can be identified and where are their habitats, but also with the stamina of a born traveler.Birdwatchers looking for some elusive species or another will have to travel quite a bit, but given the large number of excellent birdwatching destinations on the planet, the it is worth every bit of effort. So if you want some tips on where to go, here are the top 5 birdwatching destinations in the world. …
- 20 Junitachan in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Top 5 Buddhist temples in Asia
Wat Rong Khun, photo by Sergey
If you are a Buddhist or if you are interested in the religion, you don’t need that many reasons to plan a visit to some of the most amazing Buddhist temples in Asia. If the religious aspect of temples is not that interesting for you, then it’s enough to take a look at them to convince you that a visit is in order.
Buddhist temples, with their distinctive architecture, are some of the most intricate and masterful buildings in the world. As Buddhism is one of the main religions on much of Asia, there are many styles of Buddhist temples, each with their quirks and distinctive features, so here are the top 5 Buddhist temples in Asia. …
- kachou_n in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
The best tourist attractions in Bermuda
If the British Isles are not exactly known for their sunny weather, some British overseas territories certainly don’t lack any sunshine. This is the case of Bermuda, one of the last remains of the British colonial empire in the Caribbean, a cluster of 181 islands, the largest of which is called Main Island, or simply Bermuda.From Spring to Autumn, the lovely tropical beaches of Bermuda draw a considerable number of visitors. However, if you venture deeper into the island(s), you’ll find that there are other attention-worthy attractions that you might want to see, so here are some of the best tourist attractions in Bermuda. …
- 17 Junpapillon in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
The best summer trips for students
If you are a student and a traveler, then summer must be your all time favorite season, because you get two or three full months of holiday when you can do whatever you want, and travel wherever you want. When it comes to summer traveling, the only thing that can stop a student is budget, but even that problem can be overcome with a few tricks.There are lots of possible summer trips that are affordable and also very fun. So here is some inspiration for students who are wondering how to fill their summer break: the best summer trips for students. …
- 15 Junpapillon in Travel Planning | 1 COMMENT
The best tourist attractions in Armenia
Selim Caravanserai, photo by David Holt
If you happen to see a 3000 year old map of ancient Anatolia in a museum, you will notice that the only part that remains virtually unchanged is Armenia. Since it was the fist Christian country in the world, Armenia naturally has a lot of religious monuments and architecture.
Its time as part of the Soviet Union has also left its mark on the country, and all in all, there is much to see here both of terms of nature and history, as well as nightlife and entertainment. So if you don’t want to limit yourself solely to churches during your visit (although these are exceptionally beautiful), here are some of the best tourist attractions in Armenia. …
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