the Travel Enthusiast
- 05 MayTudi in Fun and Travel | 1 COMMENT
5 of World’s Scariest Amusement Parks & Rides
In such a dynamic and competitive business as the amusement park industry, it is hard to come up with something do daring and groundbreaking that it can determine even the most experienced adrenaline addict scream with excitement.
When you get to think about the mere fact that people would pay just to get sacred, you realize that the human race is, if not insane, than at least extravagant. This is the main reason why today we decided to present you some of the world’s most extreme, and scary, amusement parks, together with their most feared rides. …
- 21 AprTudi in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
Top Coolest Replica Monuments in the US
Although we find it difficult to accept, sometimes we have to face the facts and just admit it to ourselves that we will never have all the time or resources to see everything there is to see (that unless someone discovers teleportation or the secret of immortality during our lifetime).
I don’t mean to sound all pessimistic and grim, so I will rater get to the point: if you really care for a mugshot of yours that has the Colosseum or the Eiffel tower on the background, you don’t necessarily to go through all that pain of getting to Italy or France. All across the Unites States, you will find the most unbelievable replicas of these famous monuments; from the Greek Parthenon to Eiffel tower itself, here is where you can find the best of the nation’s replica landmarks: …
- 07 AprTudi in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Five Irresistible Tourist Traps across the US
Let’s face it: no matter how much we try to avoid clichés when traveling, we find it so hard to resist them. I mean, who doesn’t own a few dozen photos of a younger, over-excited variant of him/her, making faces in front of Eiffel Tower, Rushmore Mountain or Lady Liberty? As much as the experienced traveler confesses his contempt regarding the so-called ‘tourist traps’ (generally defined as extremely popular attractions, characterized by over-priced and kitschy souvenirs, chain fast-foods and endless queues), they each have their own particular charm.
Actually, these tourist traps are often part of the whole experience: they might ruin your mood for half a day, but they eventually turn into sweet memories. So here is a small selection of some United States unavoidable tourist traps: …
- 11 FebTudi in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Iconic Hotels around the World
Sometimes it’s hard to figure out just what determines people to choose one travel destination over another or just prefer a certain hotel to all the others. The truth is that, when it comes to traveling, people just aren’t willing to take so many risks: a good recommendation is always more effective than the most expensive advertising campaign. And here is where popular culture and the Hollywood film industry have brought an enormous contribution. People just die to see themselves booking the same room with, let’s say, Leonardo di Caprio, or just to take a picture in the hotel lobby where their favorite film was shot. So here comes out list of iconic hotels, made famous by their guests or successful movies: …
- 09 DecTudi in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
The Five Wonders of Las Vegas
Regardless to your artistic tastes, studies, age, marital status or nationality, Las Vegas is something you have to experience at least once in a lifetime. Some call it ‘Sin City’ and say it’s kitschy, promiscuous or superficial, others name their children after its resorts and would give anything just to have the chance to come back. Vegas wasn’t designated the ‘entertainment capital of the world’ with no reason: here you can watch the best comedy shows, see the most creative magicians and be part on the enormous on-going party that is Las Vegas itself. It’s hard not to feel overwhelmed when seeing Bellagio’s singing fountain, New York New York’s rollercoaster or the Stratosphere Tower for the first time. This is why I’ve put together for you this short guide with Vegas’ coolest and most popular resorts. (By the way: Vegas casinos actually make an entire resort, with hundreds of hotel rooms, pools, clubs, restaurants and gambling machines – for some general facts and useful travel tips about Vegas take a peek at this Las Vegas Travel Guide.) …
- 13 JulTudi in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Top 5 Honeymoon Destinations
After the agitation and fever surrounding a weeding with hundreds of guests, a crazy party with dancing, various dishes and cakes, the newlyweds crave for a top-notch, love-filled honeymoon. Depending on each couple’s idea of fun, plans and budget, there are many cities and resorts on the world’s map that would make for the ideal honeymoon destination. However, lengthways time, certain places have gained popularity among the newlyweds because they are sure to quench anyone’s needs by offering a mixture of blasting nightlife, relaxation, magnificent scenery and luxurious accommodation. Therefore, let us countdown the classic, yet best destinations for those of you who intend to walk down the aisle in the near or far away future. …
- 07 JulTudi in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
Unusual Hotels Worldwide
Let’s face it! When planning a trip there are certain factors that highly influence the process of decision-making: you are either longing for an exotic destination that will surely provide you with fun filled-days and nights or you are simply eager to pack your things and leave your house, opening the door to an exciting adventure, regardless of the destination. But for the globetrotters that have the travel running through their veins, any spectacular, unique yet weird destination has to be seen and experienced to the last detail. Well, it is not only for the globetrotters that hotel managers have come with the idea of building unusual-shaped or strangely located hotels, but to pique every tourist’s hunger. Therefore, since we have previously counted some of the world’s most unusual museums, we try to keep the same tone by submitting a list that comprises a top of the most unusual hotels worldwide. …
- 22 DecTudi in Travel Planning | 7 COMMENTS
Top 10 Christmas Destinations
They say Christmas isn’t Christmas unless you’re far away and homesick, missing the guys and girls back home but cherishing the ones next to you. I’m not saying spending Christmas at home, next to your loved ones, watching the snow flakes dribble their way down from the sky and unwrapping presents under the tree is not something I enjoy, in fact I’m a bit old fashioned in this sense and I love that picture I just painted.
But there are people out there that have a pronounced sense of adventure and love to travel, experiencing Christmas in different settings each year. For you guys, here’s my tip for 10 lovely Christmas destinations: …