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- 26 Maytibi60 in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
The most beautiful lakes in the world
Plitvice Lakes
Going to the seaside is not for everyone – some people just dislike salt-water beaches as a personal preference. Maybe you are the type of traveler who prefers a hilly or mountainous scenery, less seagulls and swimming in smaller, tidy lakes rather than the open sea. In any case, there are lots of lakes in the world that make a great destination, whether you’re up for a swim or you just want to relax close to water.
You can take your pick of the most beautiful lakes in the world and have an amazing lakeside summer holiday! …
- 04 Apr
The most fascinating archaeological sites in North America
Cliff Palace, photo by Ken Lund
The United States of America is not a very old state, but well before the British colonists arrived to America in the 17th century, the Native Americans had already built their civilization. Despite the earlier inhabitants of North America, and the vast number of archaeological digs and sites, the northern half of the continent is not exactly famed for them.
While Central and South America seem to get more attention from archaeologists and visitors, there is much to see in the US and Canada too. Here are some of the most fascinating archaeological sites in North America. …
- 10 Marevike14 in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
10 haunted hotels where you can spend the night
photo by AndYaDontStop
If you’ve seen or heard about Stephen King’s Shining, the horror novel that was adapted into a successful feature film, you are probably aware that haunted hotels are not the best place to spend the night. But for those of you who crave a bit of excitement (or know better than to believe in ghosts), staying at a haunted hotel might seem like an appealing experience.
And you can find hotels that are supposedly haunted all over the world, and the only thing that they have in common are their unwanted resident spirits. Here are 10 haunted hotels where you can spend the night (if you dare). …
- 06 Martibi60 in Amazing Places | 2 COMMENTS
Travel destinations for spiritual holidays
Rara Lake, by Ardahal.nitw
More often than not, traveling is a great way to relieve stress, and to relax your mind and sometimes your body. What most people look in a successful holiday is fun and excitement, but sometimes you just feel like slowing down, taking a deep breath and enjoying life’s small pleasures.
Beaches or other popular destinations are great if you’re in the mood for partying, but if you just want a holiday for the spirit, a quiet place and some spectacular sights are best you can do. Here are some great travel destinations for spiritual holidays. …
- 10 Feblizzy_a in Travel Planning | 2 COMMENTS
Best resort towns for off-piste skiing
When you’re just learning the ropes of skiing, cross country and alpine skiing are enough to raise your adrenaline levels through the roof. But as you get better, your appetite for skiing will probably change, and you will find yourself looking for something a bit more adventurous.Off-piste skiing (also known as backcountry skiing) is the perfect mix of freedom, exhilaration, untouched snow and wild scenery. It involves more effort than regular skiing, not only because you’re completely on your own (no supervision or maintenance crews), and sometimes no mechanized access to the slopes. So if this is the thing for you, here are the best resort towns for off-piste skiing. …
- 29 Janlizzy_a in Travel Planning | 1 COMMENT
Top 5 hottest nightclubs in Toronto
Toronto during night
If you have explored all the nightlife centers in the the US and you can’t think of a new place to go and have some fun, why not head to the Canadian capital? Toronto is chock full of hot nightclubs, and regardless of what type of music you usually listen to, you’ll definitely find the right place for you.
From laid-back joints with indie music to swanky, upscale locales where they serve dainty cocktails, there’s a huge variety of nightclubs in Toronto. The Clubland area and the fashion district on Queen Street West and King Street are packed with the newest and hottest clubs. So here are the top 5 hottest nightclubs in Toronto. …
- 17 Janandra88 in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Top 5 driving holidays
Provence (photo by Robert Brink)
The price of gas is going up, and driving holidays are not as popular as they used to be, but if you have some money saved up and a car that won’t cause you any trouble on a longer trip, missing out on the experience of a true roadtrip would be a shame indeed.
A driving holiday channels a feeling of adventure and freedom that few other kinds of travel experiences can offer. And if the road is scenic, then there should be nothing to stop you from enjoying it. So fill up your tank, grab some CD’s with music for the road, and pick one of the top 5 driving holidays. …
- 10 Janevike14 in Travel Planning | 1 COMMENT
Top 5 winter wonders of the world
Ice sculpture in St Petersburg
Most of the northern hemisphere is in the middle of winter, and maybe cold temperatures are not everyone’s cup of tea, but traveling in winter can bring some really unique (if chilly) experiences. Instead of escaping to a tropical island, you can brave the cold and see some sights that are even better than a sun-drenched beach. So don your warmest winter coat, buy a thermos and head out into the cold to see the top 5 winter wonders of the world. …
- 28 Decpapillon in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Top 5 winter festivals in 2011
Carnaval de Quebec
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. …
- 14 Decitachan in Travel Planning | 4 COMMENTS
Top 10 honeymoon destinations
Winter is not exactly the most traditional season for weddings, but even if you and your significant other couldn’t wait until summer to tie the knot, you deserve a honeymoon that you’ll remember when you’re old. Honeymoons are supposed to be memorable, but there is no clear-cut profile of the perfect holiday destination. So, for variety’s sake, here are our choices for a top 10 honeymoon destinations list. …
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