the Travel Enthusiast
- 29 Dec
Best after-Christmas holiday destinations
Christmas is over, and many amateur travelers are still enjoying their holidays somewhere in the sun or maybe at a ski resorts, some of us probably haven’t had the chance to go on a trip yet. But just because you had some time off to pamper yourself during the holiday, it doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t go on a trip too, especially if you stayed at home for Christmas.
Another good reason for traveling after the holiday are the deals – now that most people have traveled to their heart’s content, some travel companies will lower their prices to attract more customers. So here are the best after-Christmas holiday destinations for anyone who feels like traveling in January. …
- 10 Novtibi60 in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Top 10 Sights in East Asia
We’re slowly making our way across the map in our attempt to point out the ten essential sights that will make your trip so much better. Now it’s the turn of the fascinating Far East, and choosing only ten sights will be a very difficult job. Culturally and geographically, East Asia is as diverse as it can get. Between China, Japan, Mongolia, North Korea, South Korea and Taiwan, there are also the city states of Macau and Hong Kong.
However, what all these countries have in common is the Chinese influence. From cuisine to philosophy, religion and even writing systems, there’s is a cultural heritage that these countries share to some extent. But delve deeper below the surface and you’ll find that they could not be more different! …
- 13 AugEdina in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
The backpacker’s guide to Hong Kong
Hong Kong is one of the flashiest cities in all of Asia, and despite featuring tons of attractions, the most exciting attraction is the city itself. Hong Kong has a double personality: one the one hand it is very much the Chinese, from its traditional parts to its modern towers, but the British influence can still be felt practically everywhere.
The crowded and busy streets have earned Hong Kong the nickname of Hong Concrete, in sharp contrast with the wilderness of the surrounding mountains. As a backpacker, you can have absolute freedom in Hong Kong. The best attractions in the city are free, and they hide in corners best explorer with only a travel bag on your shoulder. …