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- 26 Feberato in Amazing Places | 1 COMMENT
Top 5 natural wonders in Britain
Brimham Rocks ©burge5k/Flickr
It might not be the land of immense forests or the highest mountains, but Great Britain has got some of the most mysterious landscapes that will instantly charms you and take you back into the time of legends and myths.
In the short video Jamie Oliver himself will invite you to visit Britain and explore its wonders, watch and then enjoy the top 5 natural wonders in Britain. …
- 03 Aprandra88 in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
The amazing attractions of Tahiti
photo by Steve Punter
The overseas territories of France are island wonderlands that seem feel like Polynesia but still bear some eerie resemblance to France. But none of the islands of French Polynesia are quite so wrapped up in legend and glamor like Tahiti, the largest island in the Windward group.
Although nowadays Tahiti is known as a destination for the rich and famous, there is more the island than luxury hotels and endless supplies of pina colada.
Despite its modern sides, Tahiti’s culture is something to behold, and it’s no wonder that it inspired painters like Paul Gauguin to create some of their most famous works. So if you happen to take the trip of a lifetime to the island, don’t forget to check out some of the amazing attractions of Tahiti. …
- 30 Martomtum in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
Brazil’s stunning natural wonders
Brazil
The land of samba, carnivals and world famous beaches is clearly one of the most popular travel destinations in the world. But it’s not just the colorful culture of Brazil that attracts so many visitors, because another thing that Brazil has plenty of is natural beauty.
Brazil is home to some of the most extensive rainforest in the world, to the mighty Amazon river and many other wonders of nature that you couldn’t see anywhere else in the world. Brazil’s cities might be dazzling, but every traveler should also visit Brazil’s stunning natural wonders. …
- 28 Markachou_n in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
The natural wonders of Bosnia and Herzegovina
Mostar as its finest, Bosnia
Bosnia and Herzegovina is one of those Balkan countries that are rarely in the limelight, unless the discussion is about tragic historical events. But event if this young country is not the ultimate European vacation destination, and fifteen years ago few travelers would have dared to visit it, the BiH of the present is one of the most singularly beautiful parts of Europe.
The roads might not be too good, but public transport is cheap and widely available, the national cuisine is mouth watering and accommodation options abound for all budgets. And the most important thing about traveling to Bosnia and Herzegovina is all the possibility for adventure and discovery it can offer – that, and its incredible natural beauty. Here are the natural wonders of Bosnia and Herzegovina, for travelers who appreciate the outdoors. …
- 26 Martylerd in Travel Planning | 1 COMMENT
5 reasons to backpack in Southeast Asia
Makati
If that old and worn out travel cliche, the country/city/place of contradictions is to apply to anything in the world, that place must surely be Southeast Asia. Even among the many wonders of the vast and varied Asian continent, Southeast Asia stands out as one of the most colorful, rich and poor, modern and traditional and simply vibrant parts of the Earth.
If you are an outsider, Southeast Asia is never quite what you’ve expected, and it will likely keep surprising you each time you return. For a backpacker, Southeast Asia is the stuff travel dreams are made of, but deciding to invest a lot of time, energy and travel funds into a tour of this region is not a decision that should be taken lightly. If you need a nudge, here are 5 reasons to backpack in Southeast Asia. …
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The natural wonders of Turkey
Pamukkale, photo by Esther Lee on Flickr
Turkey has become one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations in the past few decades, and whenever anyone talks about the appeals of Turkey there will be mentions of bazaars, hookah bars, kebabs and a wealth of historical and archaeological sites.
But as interesting as Turkish culture is, the natural beauty of the country also plays a part in attracting tourists. Turkey is surrounded on three sides by sea and one side by mountains, so it is graced with a nice climate and some interesting quirks of nature. While exploring Turkish culture and its delights, take some time to check out some of the natural wonders of Turkey as well. …
- 28 Febtomtum in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
The tourist gems of Bangladesh
Cox’s Bazar, photo by The Wandering Angel
Bangladesh has a bit of a knack for attracting disaster, or at least this is how most people come to hear about this small South Asian country. But even after civil unrest, wars and natural disasters, Bangladesh got back on its feet, and surprisingly quickly.
Bangladesh might be small and rather flat, yet it has several national parks that protect rare plant and animal species, picturesque villages where traditional culture is thriving, and more environmental protection initiatives than many western countries.
And despite being usually overlooked by mass tourism, Bangladesh has an incredible number of attractions of all types. In any case, the tourist gems of Bangladesh are interesting enough to turn the country into a tourist magnet. …
- 24 Febandra88 in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
Scenic natural spots in the Balkans to see before you die
Plitvice waterfalls, photo by 29cm on Flickr
When the new seven wonders of the world were chosen in 2007, a dozen of the nominated sites were located in the Balkans. This small patch of Europe has an inordinately large amount of natural beauty on its side, and this alone would make the Balkans an excellent choice of a travel destination.
Add to this the fact that Balkan countries have amazing cuisine and unique cultures, and there’s not much else you could wish for in a vacation spot. The Balkans are becoming more and more popular with foreign tourists, many of whom flock to the pristine beaches at the Mediterranean, there are many other scenic natural spots in the Balkans to see before you die, and here are some of them. …
- 17 Febtibi60 in Amazing Places | 1 COMMENT
Top 5 attractions in Chile for outdoorsy travelers
Arica
It’s almost as if civilization and had conspired to make Chile one of the geographically diverse countries on the planet, stretching from the driest desert on the planet, Atacama, to the icy north of Patagonia, and encompassing about half the length of the South American continent.
Chile has beaches and islands along the coast, plenty of volcanoes, waterfalls, archaeological sites, vineyards and ice caps, which is to say that if you prefer to spend your time outside, Chile has more than enough sights and things to do to keep you out of your hotel room 24/7. So pack a good pair of walking shoes and prepare to submit to the elements while visiting the top 5 attractions in Chile for outdoorsy travelers. …
- 11 Jantylerd in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
Travel to the New 7 Wonders of Nature: Jeju Island, South Korea
Sunrise Peak, photo by Justin Ornellas on Flickr
We all know about the seven wonders of the ancient world, and surely many travelers have seen the ones that remain. And as impressive as these monuments of Antiquity are, there are many more wonders natural and artificial on the planet that are just as mind-blowing.
So it makes sense that various lists of new wonders have been put together, and some focus on wonders that are not man-made. Jeju Island in South Korea made the list of the New7Wonders of Nature just last year, so it seems like 2012 will bring a new wave of tourists to this amazing place! So hop on the bandwagon and travel to one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature: Jeju Island, South Korea. …
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