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- 15 Junkachou_n in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
The most amazing monuments in the world
Ushiku Daibutsu, photo by Norio Nakayama
The world is full of amazing structures made by humans, but possibly the most astounding are those created with the purpose of commemorating or honoring a person or an event. Since ancient times, monuments have been erected every time that people felt the need to celebrate or to mourn something, so it’s no surprise that usually the most impressive buildings on the planet are monuments.
When visiting a new place, it’s always a good idea to take a look at the monuments you can find there, because it can give you a feel of what the place is like, and of its past, so here are some of the most amazing monuments in the world, in case you happen to be traveling anywhere near them. …
- 14 Junpapillon in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Top 5 camping spots in Eastern Europe
Bulgaria
Eastern Europe has many amazing cities which offer a wide range of accommodation for tourists, but if you want to explore the wilder, more natural side of this part of Europe, you will have a much better time if you stay in a camping spot.
While camping in the wild is not unusual in many Eastern European countries, there are several very good designated camping spots where you can put up your tent or park you caravan and enjoy amenities like running water or electricity. So for the potential campers, here are the top 5 camping spots in Eastern Europe. …
- andra88 in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Top 5 literary destinations in the world
Your favorite writers are certainly full of imagination, but as a rule, the creativity of artists is generally fueled by something they see, hear or touch. There are many places that have inspired brilliant and famous writers, and some of these places have become sites of pilgrimage, so to say, for lovers of literature.So if you are curious what determined your favorite writer to pen that novel you’re absolutely in love with, you might find your answers in one of the top 5 literary destinations in the world. …
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Top beautiful but underrated cities in Europe
Lyon
When someone comes to Europe for the first time, they tend to visit the most popular destinations on the continent, especially when it comes to cosmopolitan cities like London, Paris, Vienna or Rome. However, there are many more places that deserve a tourist’s attention in Europe, and some of them don’t quite get as much hype as they deserve.
Some of top beautiful but underrated cities in Europe are also some of the most interesting and lively, and often they are also much more affordable than the destinations that tend to dominate tourist brochures. So if you want to see the hidden, unjustly under-appreciated side of Europe, here are some interesting destinations for you. …
- 13 Jun
Backpacking hotspots in Asia
Nong Khiaw, photo by John Pavelka
Backpacking in summer is a great way to experience new and exciting places, especially if you are on a budget. For less money than what you would pay for an all-inclusive holiday, for example, you get to see more places, and (some say) even have a more authentic view of a foreign destination.
Backpacking is also more adventurous, and there’s a sense of freedom in being able to go where you want, whenever you want, and getting the most out of a holiday. So if you’re set on a backpacking trip, there are lots of amazing places to see, especially in Asia, which has become a backpacker’s paradise in the past few years. So here are some of the most popular backpacking hotspots in Asia. …
- 11 Jun
The best skydiving spots in the world
Skydiving is one of the most popular extreme sports nowadays, not only because it can give you a healthy dose of adrenaline, but also because it allows you to see some of the most breath-taking views on the planet. If you think that a landscape looks incredible from the ground, just imagine what it would look like if you could pleasantly float above it, hundreds of feet high, and see every nook and corner all at once.So if you are not afraid of heights and if you’re not averse to an adrenaline rush every now and then, here are the best skydiving spots in the world. …
- 10 Junevike14 in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Top 5 summer mountain resorts
photo by roblisameehan
The classic holiday destination for summer is usually the beach, but for some holiday-makers, lounging on the sand and taking the occasional dip in the sea is not exactly what they want to do for weeks on end. Mountain resorts have their own charm, and not only in winter – so don’t discount them because of the lack of snow in summer!
In addition to skiing or snowboarding, there are tons of things to do at a mountain resort even in summer, and they are a perfect destination for those who are not too keen on beaches, for example. So here are the top 5 summer mountain resorts that you can visit. …
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The best markets in Shanghai
Imagine the population of a moderate-sized country crammed into one gigantic city filled with more wonders than you can imagine, and you get none other than Shanghai, the most developed and exciting city in China, and possibly all of Asia. As one of the most visited cities in Asia, there’s naturally a lot to see and do in Shanghai.Museums, monuments and shopping centers are only a tiny portion of all there is to see, and while there are many attractions that any visitor to this city should at least take a look at, one thing that you really shouldn’t miss are the colorful, enticing and exotic markets, so here’s a list of the best markets in Shanghai. …
- 09 Jun
The most exotic travel destinations for this summer
Daintree Rainforest
Summer is not summer if you don’t travel to at least one exotic destination. Of course, everyone’s definition of exotic varies, but the point is to go somewhere you’ve never been before, and pick a place that is as different as possible from your home.
But then again, there are a few places in the world that are so special that you can hardly compare them to anything else. If you are a native to these places, then you’re really lucky, and if you’re not, then all you have to do is plan a nice summer getaway to one of the most exotic travel destinations for this summer. …
- 07 Junandra88 in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Top 5 tourist sights in Hanoi
Hanoi
Vietnam is a fascinating country, and one of its most interesting destinations is Hanoi, the capital and second largest city in the country. A fascinating mix of East and West, Hanoi is really what you need if you want a holiday that will allow you to combine culture and tradition with modern city life.
Hanoi has a long and rich history, so there are lost of historical attractions to see, but on the other hand it is a paradise for shoppers, and a delight for the amateur foodie. Here are the top 5 tourist sights in Hanoi. …
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