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- 11 JulEdina in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Top 5 most visited cities in the world
Antalya
A seasoned traveler always looks for the least trodden path, off the beaten track, but it’s always better to visit the popular places too, and to have a sort of ‘traveler’s general knowledge’ about the most famous tourist attractions in the world.
The places that get the most visitors are sometimes overrated, but there’s always something beautiful and attractive at their core, so for the sake of that, it’s worth to trudge through the crowds and queue for hours sometimes. Well, if there still are some popular places that you haven’t managed to see yet, here’s a list of the top 5 most visited cities in the world – add some more to your have-seen list! …
- lizzy_a in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
The greatest Chinatowns in the world
photo by Ricardo Martins
Chinatowns, to put it very simply, are neighborhoods where a large number of ethnic Chinese people live, but anyone who has ever been to a Chinatown knows that this definition is not enough to describe the whirlwind of colors and lights that these quarters usually are.
Chinatowns have been around for centuries in major cities where Chinese people settled down, and nowadays there are not only repositories of culture, but also important commercial and tourist centers. If you are looking for buzzing activity, here are the greatest Chinatowns in the world that you could visit. …
- 14 Jun
Top beautiful but underrated cities in Europe
Lyon
When someone comes to Europe for the first time, they tend to visit the most popular destinations on the continent, especially when it comes to cosmopolitan cities like London, Paris, Vienna or Rome. However, there are many more places that deserve a tourist’s attention in Europe, and some of them don’t quite get as much hype as they deserve.
Some of top beautiful but underrated cities in Europe are also some of the most interesting and lively, and often they are also much more affordable than the destinations that tend to dominate tourist brochures. So if you want to see the hidden, unjustly under-appreciated side of Europe, here are some interesting destinations for you. …
- 10 Junevike14 in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Top 5 summer mountain resorts
photo by roblisameehan
The classic holiday destination for summer is usually the beach, but for some holiday-makers, lounging on the sand and taking the occasional dip in the sea is not exactly what they want to do for weeks on end. Mountain resorts have their own charm, and not only in winter – so don’t discount them because of the lack of snow in summer!
In addition to skiing or snowboarding, there are tons of things to do at a mountain resort even in summer, and they are a perfect destination for those who are not too keen on beaches, for example. So here are the top 5 summer mountain resorts that you can visit. …
- 30 May
The most amazing beaches in the Mediterranean
Saint Tropez
If you are planning on spending your summer in Europe, you will probably want to do a great deal of sightseeing, but you will also probably want to take it easy for a while and just relax without a worry in the world. And what better place for some god old fashioned lazing than the beach?
The coasts of the Mediterranean have more pristine beaches than you could wish for. From secluded stretches of sand hidden away from sight, to popular beaches where there seems to be a party going on at all times of the day, there’s something for everyone on some of the most amazing beaches in the Mediterranean. …
- 25 May
Top 5 paragliding destinations in the world
For an adrenaline junkie, paragliding is one of the most exciting adventures you can try. If you’re one of those people who are just n satisfied with keeping their feet on the ground, you can give yourself some artificial wings and see the world from above.There are tons of beautiful places on the planet which would look astounding from the air, but when it comes to paragliding, it’s better to stick with destinations that have been tried before and are known to be safe (as safe as it can get with an extreme sport, anyway). So for the curious adventurers, here are the top 5 paragliding destinations in the world. …
- 19 May
Travel destinations for horror fans
Being scared is not an ideal condition for most people, but others are prepared to go out of their way for a good fright. Horror fans just love the adrenaline rush provided by a terrifying film, or the thrills you get when reading a really scary book.If you are a horror fan, then you can indulge in your hobby even when you’re traveling; actually, you might as well travel for a good scare. There are lots of travel destinations for horror fans, so here are a some of them that are guaranteed to terrify you. …
- 13 Mayitachan in News | NO COMMENTS
Top 10 most beautiful churches in the world
Hallgrímskirkja, photo by O Palsson
A church is a sort o building that you can appreciate regardless of your beliefs, and even the most hardened atheist would be hard pressed to say that churches are not interesting. Religious architecture has a long history, and it usually has a knack for bringing out the best of the styles of a certain era.
Many churches in the world look like they can tell you a story about the times when they were built, and from an artistic point of view, they are certainly worth looking at. So for those who want a spiritual pilgrimage or simply want to see some pretty buildings, here are the top 10 most beautiful churches in the world. …
- 24 Marandra88 in Fun and Travel | 2 COMMENTS
April Fools’ Day traditions around the world
photo by johnny2love/Flickr
If you pride yourself on your jokes and pranks but you feel like your sense of humor is not appreciated enough (and maybe even earned you a few good yellings), April Fools’ Day is a holiday that was just made for you.
Being on the giving rather than on the receiving end of a practical joke certainly plays a part in how much you enjoy this holiday, but in any case, this is the only day in the year when you can be as childish and sneaky as you want (and ask people ‘why so serious?’). So to give you some ideas for new tricks and pranks, here are some April Fools’ Day traditions around the world. …
- 21 Markachou_n in Travel Planning | 1 COMMENT
The most impressive sand dunes in the world
Even if you haven’t yet ‘met’ a sand dune in person, you’ve surely seen them in movies or documentaries, and you’ve probably also imagined how if feels to trudge through the hot sand and seeing nothing around except for never-ending dunes. Sounds like a scene from a thriller?Not all sand dunes are that scary, and besides, who didn’t like to play in the sand as a kid? There are lots of places in the world where you can take a look at sand dunes, and even build a sand castle is you feel like it. Here are the most impressive sand dunes in the world. …
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