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- 17 Febkachou_n in Travel Planning | 1 COMMENT
The best independent travel destinations in the world
Lisbon
Tours have their advantages, like less headaches when the time comes to look for accommodation, book travel tickets and make sure that you get safely to your destination and back.
But independent travel also has its advantages, and it is getting more and more popular with travelers of all ages. You can stay at unusual and unusually nice hotels, or you can rough it, stay at a hostel, and mingle with locals – the beauty of independent travel is that you do exactly what you want, when you want.
Of course, the cheapest the destination the better it is for the indie traveler, but the attractions and things you can do are also a huge factor. If you’re wondering which places are suited for your next indie expedition, here are some of the best independent travel destinations in the world. …
- 26 Octpapillon in Travel Planning | 1 COMMENT
5 must-see attractions in El Salvador
Joya de Cerén, photo by JoAnn Miller on Flickr
El Salvador is the smallest country in Central America, but packed so full of people and all manner of attractions that it seems at least the size of Brazil.
This surprising country is close to more popular destinations like Costa Rica or Guatemala, so many travelers tend to skip it, which is why El Salvador’s cozy nightlife, somber historical attractions and sheer natural beauty manage to pack such a punch. Here are 5 must-see attractions in El Salvador, and they are only the tip of the iceberg! …
- 19 Oct
The best spots in the world to learn how to surf
photo by Timo Balk
There’s evidence that suggests that surfing might be one of the oldest sports on the planet, and the idea of riding the waves has likely come up when humans first started swimming in the ocean. Historians of surfing are not in agreement yet whether surfing was invented in Peru or Hawaii, but the bottom line is that surfing is old.
People have been learning how to surf for millennia, but that doesn’t mean that surfing is a piece of cake. Surf breaks can differ radically, and trying to get down the basics at the wrong break will be difficult, and will probably make you a nuisance for experienced surfers. If you want to know which are the best places to start, here are the best spots in the world to learn how to surf. …
- 30 Sep
The coolest rainforest destinations in the world
Corcovado National Park, photo by Miguel Vieira on Flickr
Our planet would not be the same if we didn’t have rainforests, and the world as we know it would most likely be replaced by a harsher, much more inhospitable place. Rainforests produce almost a third of the planet’s oxygen turnover, they are home to more then a half of the world’s species and their are vast natural pharmacies where a quarter of our natural medicine originates from these majestic places.
Some of the most incredible wonders of the world can be found in rainforests – animals, plants and natural environments that are so beautiful that they take your breath away. Delve into the mysterious world of rainforests by visiting some of the coolest rainforest destinations in the world. …
- 13 Sepitachan in News | NO COMMENTS
Top 5 destinations for volunteering
Haiti
The main reason why you should consider volunteering abroad is to make a difference in the world – there’s no replicating the satisfaction you get from knowing that you helped out, even if only a little bit. But then again, there are some more worldly reasons too for choosing volunteering: you get to travel, and you get to travel with your expenses partly covered by someone else.
If you are on a tight budge, volunteering is a great way to see the world without breaking the bank. There are lots of volunteering opportunities abroad that will cover accommodation and meals, and sometimes even travel costs. So if you feel like you can change the world and you want to have fun while doing it, here are top 5 destinations for volunteering. …
- 21 Aug
Adventure travel in Costa Rica
Arenal volcano
Costa Rica, a Central American country that can claim to be one of the most popular green travel destinations in the world, is one of those places on the planet where you can embark on an adventure as soon as you get off the plane.
In Costa Rica, an adventure is always lurking behind the corner because although urban areas are not at all boring, it’s the exquisite natural regions that take up much of the territory and attract throngs of eco-friendly travelers who are mindful of the environment and try to leave everything as they found it.
If you like your trips rough, down to earth and peppered with interesting nature, plants, animals and lots of exciting activities, then you should definitely give adventure travel in Costa Rica a chance. …
- 21 Julitachan in Food Experiences | 1 COMMENT
Weird vegetables and where to eat them
Chayote, photo by debaird
Seen any weird looking veggies at the fresh fruit stall, and you don’t know what to make of them? If you can’t make head or tail of some of these weird looking produce and you’re not sure whether you’re supposed to eat them or use them as doorstops, travel to the homeland of the strange vegetable see what the locals do with it.
Some veggies that look weird or inedible to you are delicacies at their place of origin, and since it’s better to eat a dish when it’s prepared in the country where it comes from. So if you are eager to experience some new tastes and textures, her’s a list of some weird vegetables and where to eat them. …
- 01 Jultibi60 in Travel Planning | 1 COMMENT
Budget travel destinations for summer 2011
Jamaica
Summer is the perfect season for holidays, and a summer without a holiday is a summer that has not been exploited fully. If you’re worried about your budget, you still shouldn’t give up your summer holiday, because there are a lot of destinations that don’t require you to spend an inordinate amount of money.
Fun on a budget is possible, especially in summer, when there are tons of deals and offers for travelers. So if you want some tips on which places are budget-friendly this summer, here’s a list of budget travel destinations for summer 2011. …
- 19 Apr
Travel destinations for coffee addicts
Traveling often entails lots of sleepless hours waiting for trains or buses, uncomfortable naps in airports and the occasional z’s one some hurdling means of transport… in these conditions, it’s surprising that not all travelers are addicted to caffeine during their trips.And if you’re a coffee addict in day to day life too, your craving for a hot cuppa are probably even worse when you’re traveling. So here’s an idea for coffee addicts: travel to a place where there’s plenty of good coffee (Startbucks or other cafe chains don’t count). Here are some of the best travel destinations for coffee addicts. …
- 15 Janitachan in Food Experiences | 1 COMMENT
Top 5 travel destinations for vegetarians
Keeping up a vegetarian diet while traveling is not as easy as it sounds, especially since this lifestyle is not equally popular everywhere on the planet. While at home you can prepare your meals for yourself or eat out at places where you know that there are vegetarian or vegan dishes on the menu, in a foreign place you might end up chewing on french fries and cheese sandwiches for lack of anything better.But luckily for the herbivores among us, there are many countries where the vegetarian gourmet will be in heaven. Here are the top 5 travel destinations for vegetarians. …
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