the Travel Enthusiast
- 05 Janitachan in Travel Planning | 1 COMMENT
The coolest traditions in the world
Christmas is one of the most important traditions in the West (and beyond), and regardless of one’s religious beliefs it is next to impossible to escape the holiday hype. Holidays necessarily involve tradition, and that’s what makes them so much fun. But no matter how big the Christmas celebration is, there are tons of other fascinating traditions that receive less attention.
So here are a couple of lesser known or less important traditions that are nonetheless really cool. A short list of the coolest traditions in the world: …
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Top 5 nightclubs in New Orleans
The Big Easy is ripe with places where you can turn in for the night, but not to sleep, but to have fun! New Orleans is just one of those cities where sleeping seems like a waste of time. After a day spent exploring the French Quarter, visiting supposedly haunted cemeteries, maybe even taking a boat trip in the swamp, a couple of drinks are definitely a good idea.
Finding a nightclub in New Orleans is the easiest thing to do, but not all of them are great. So if you want to cut to the chase, you’d better go directly to the clubs that are certified awesome. Here are the top 5 nightclubs in New Orleans. …
- 04 Janpapillon in Travel Planning | 3 COMMENTS
Top 10 jobs you can take while traveling
The ideal way to travel is with enough money in your bank account to get you through your trip (and even some extra, if possible), but budget can be a big problem for many potential travelers. So if you are not good at saving up your money for your travel fund, there’s something else you can do to ensure that you don’t end up penniless on the road: work while traveling!
There are lots of short term jobs that can take you to faraway and exotic places. Work 8 hours a day or less, and enjoy the sights for the rest of the day. So here’s a list of the top 10 jobs you can take while traveling. …
- kachou_n in Travel Planning | 3 COMMENTS
Top 5 most dangerous beaches in the world
Hanging out on a beach, working on a perfect tan and taking a dip in the crystal clear water sounds like a dream come true for many travelers, but like all good things in life, going to the beach is not without risk.
There aren’t many things that are out to get you while you’re still on solid ground, but once you are in the water, it’s possible to meet some creatures that are anything but friendly. And since it’s better safe than sorry, here’s a list of the top 5 most dangerous beaches in the world. …
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Top 5 weirdest bars in the world
Every city has that bar or club that is just a bit different from the rest and doesn’t manage to fit into the conventional standards. And that’s not necessarily a bad thing, although you will need a few minutes to get used to some of the following bard. Innovation, creativity, genius or just craziness?
That’s up to you to decide, but in any case, you’re guaranteed to be astounded at least a bit by what you’ll see in these places. Here’s a list of the top 5 weirdest bars in the world. …
- 31 Dectylerd in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Top 5 college football towns in the US
Playing sports is a healthy and fun activity, but if you’re not athletically inclined, there’s something else you can do: watch sports! And we’re not talking about sitting in front of the TV couch-potato style, but actually traveling to see some exciting games.
College football is fun because you can cheer for the team of your old alma mater, or for some relative who’s on the team, or just for no reason at all! The main point is to get into that state of excitement and expectation that results from watching a good game. So if you feel like watching some good football games, here’s a list of the top 5 college football towns in the US. …
- 29 Dec
Best after-Christmas holiday destinations
Christmas is over, and many amateur travelers are still enjoying their holidays somewhere in the sun or maybe at a ski resorts, some of us probably haven’t had the chance to go on a trip yet. But just because you had some time off to pamper yourself during the holiday, it doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t go on a trip too, especially if you stayed at home for Christmas.
Another good reason for traveling after the holiday are the deals – now that most people have traveled to their heart’s content, some travel companies will lower their prices to attract more customers. So here are the best after-Christmas holiday destinations for anyone who feels like traveling in January. …
- andra88 in Travel Planning | 4 COMMENTS
Top 5 hottest clubs in New York City
It’s a well know fact that any reasonably large city in the US has an exciting nightlife, but in the true American metropolises like New York, the party scene will blow your mind. New York is a city where you can find something to do, no matter what your hobbies are. You can visit museums, walk in parks, eat ethnic food and go to concerts.
The nightlife in the Big Apple is as varied as can be, and you are guaranteed to find a place where you’ll happily dance or lounge the night away. So for all the potential nightclubbers heading to NYC, here’s our top 5 hottest clubs in New York City. …
- 28 Decpapillon in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Top 5 winter festivals in 2011
The month of December is almost over, but there is still plenty let of winter in case you haven’t managed to do any winter activities yet. One of the best things about winter, in addition to the holidays and the winter sports, are the festivals.
Evey country has its winter festivals, and while they all originate from different traditions and customs, they all have one thing in common: their main goal is to allow people to have fun. So prepare yourself with a mug for mulled wine and good cheer, and enjoy the top 5 winter festivals in 2011. …
- 27 Decevike14 in Travel Planning | 1 COMMENT
Top 5 hottest clubs in Miami
Those of you who don’t particularly like the winter cold have probably already started looking for an escape, even if for a few days or weeks only. Luckily, there are enough places in the world where there are sunny beaches all year round, and where you can take refuge when you get tired of all the snow and rain.
Miami is one of these great places with neverending summer, and nevereinding fun too. There are some amazing nightclubs in Miami, you just have to know where to look for them. So for all the party-loving travelers heading to Miami, here are the top 5 hottest clubs in Miami. …