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- 28 Juntibi60 in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
The prettiest pedestrian towns in the world
Innere Stadt, photo by Cha già José
Nowadays, the best way to describe a city is ‘urban jungle’, with high rise buildings, huge crowds and of course, countless, noisy cars. Even smaller towns are turning into miniature versions of the big cities and their constant traffic and bustle, but not all of them. In some towns, it’s possible to experience the joy of walking on the street without keeping an eye out for cars.
The nostalgia for the towns of the past, as well as the preoccupation with health and protecting the environment has lead to a boom in pedestrianized areas in towns and cities, especially in the old centers with historical buildings. So if you feel like taking a relaxing, car-free walk, here are the prettiest pedestrian towns in the world. …
- 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. …
- 26 May
Solo travel destinations for summer 2011
Montreal
Now that it’s summer, it’s time to go traveling, but not necessarily with a big group of boisterous friends (not that there’s anything wrong with that). Traveling solo is one of those experience that everyone should try at least once in their life – it opens up your mind, allows you to test your limits, as well as meet a bunch of interesting new people who might teach you a thing or two about travel, and life in general.
So if you are preparing to go on a solo journey this summer, but you are not sure what destination to pick, here are some suggestions for some amazing solo travel destinations for summer 2011. …
- tibi60 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! …
- 25 Maytibi60 in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
Budget attractions in Dubrovnik, Croatia
Dubrovnik
Croatia is the one of the httest destinations in Europe these days, and if somebody would want to find a great beach destination that won’t break the bank, then Croatia’s beaches are an excellent choice.
The beaches with white sands and crystal clear water might have made Croatia famous, but there are tons of other destinations and attractions that can turn your trip into a dream holiday – and many of them are cheap! So to start off, here’s a list of budget attractions in Dubrovnik, Croatia, one of the country’s premier tourist destinations. …
- 05 May
Top 5 iconic destinations in Europe
Budapest
So you’ve decided to visit Europe, but where to start? If you are planning on taking a tour of the old continent, you have no choice but to cram in several very different destinations into only a few weeks (or less) of travel. Exploring the hidden corners of Europe is certainly a lot of fun, but when your time is limited, you have to decide on a couple of place that will give you an overall flavor of this part of the world.
Luckily enough, there are more than enough famous places in Europe that everyone should see at least once in their lifetime. So here are the top5 iconic destinations in Europe. …
- 29 Apr
Hiking in the Balkans
The Balkans are fast on their way to become one of the most visited destinations in Europe, and that’s really no surprise considering all the attractions that the region has to offer. The beauty of the Balkans is slowly being discovered, but it is still wild enough to be targeted by the most adventurous of tourists: the hikers.
The Balkans region seems to be the most flawless hiking destination in Europe. First of all, the whole region is named after the mountain chain that runs through it, so there are plenty of beautifully craggy peaks and slopes to climb, and besides, it is very cheap in comparison to Western Europe. Here are some tips about hiking in the Balkans for those tourists who want to take a better look at the wonders of Eastern Europe. …
- 12 Apr
Top 5 backpacking destinations in 2011
Croatia
It’s not a secret that backpacking can be one of the most fulfilling and exciting ways to travel – there’s no better way of discovering a country and its culture than getting your hands (and feet) dirty, and roughing it for a couple of weeks.
Now that backpacking is so common, it’s not difficult anymore to find cheap accommodation that that still looks decent, and you can have a great trip with little money. Besides, wandering off the beaten track in search of new and exciting places is the best travel experience anyone can wish for. So here are the top 5 backpacking destinations in 2011. …
- 23 Decandra88 in Travel Planning | 2 COMMENTS
Top backpacking destinations for 2011
Are you ready for another year of globe-trotting with nothing more than a backpack and a camera? Backpacking is not something that everyone enjoys, but a genuine backpacker knows that a tight budget and little luggage won’t stop anyone from having a great holiday, on the contrary!Backpacking will allow you to mingle with locals and other tourists alike, to see place that are off the beaten track, and to experience the culture of the country you’re visiting in its purest, rawest form. So start packing for another great year for backpacking, especially with destinations like these! Here’s our list of the top backpacking destinations for 2011. …
- 15 Decpapillon in Travel Planning | 3 COMMENTS
Top travel destinations for 2011
Bhutan
There’s less then a month until 2011, and most intrepid travelers are most probably busy planning their Christmas or New Years trip, but there’s something else that you should start thinking about: where are you going to go next year? 2011 is ripe for travel, but the question is which destinations you are going to choose.
Planning ahead helps you keep your travel schedule organized, and it can also help you hunt up some great deals in advance. So if you still don’t know where the travel-bug will take you, here are the top travel destinations for 2011. …
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