the Travel Enthusiast
- 09 Febpapillon in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
Things to do in Vang Vieng, Laos’s tourist gem
Despite the increasing popularity of tourist destinations in Southeast Asia, Laos has remained one of those rare places where adventurous tourists can still find things to surprise them. Laos is quite possible one of the least beaten tracks in the southeastern corner of the continent, and one that attracts backpackers with promises of dramatic landscapes and a slow rhythm that allows you to appreciate life’s finer pleasures.
The Laotian capital, Vientiane, is sleepy compared to the neon metropolises of Asia, and even so it is large compared to the other tourist hubs in the country. Tiny towns like Vang Vieng have everything that’s needed to make a traveler happy: stunning surrounding scenery, a gentle pace of life and friendly people. Here are some of the things to do in Vang Vieng, Laos’s tourist gem. …
- 26 Aug
Top 5 things to do in Iceland
Iceland is a queer fish, an island country in the middle of the Atlantic that’s still considered to be part of Europe, and one whose name couldn’t be more misleading. Iceland is nowhere near a piece of South Pole like ice sheet, and only a very little part of the island is covered in ice.
The rest of it is lush and verdant and has a surprisingly mild climate, with vast desolate landscapes that are absolutely stunning. Iceland is a great country for all sorts of activities, indoors and outdoors, and if you don’t mind quiet places with not much population, you will instantly fall in love with this otherworldly island. So here are the top 5 things to do in Iceland, for those who decide to visit it. …
- 10 Octpapillon in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
The most romantic islands in the world
Usually, when it comes to romantic holiday, it’s difficult for people to come to a consensus. What might seem awully romantic for someone (say, rock climbing together with your significant other), for others might seem like a destination that should best be enjoyed with your mates.
But when it comes to tropical islands, the general opinion is the same: the make the best romantic holiday destinations ever. Just think of watching the sunset with your partner while sipping a cocktail out of a coconut shell, suntanning under the shade of a palm tree or those long walks on the beach. So here is our list of the most romantic islands in the world. …