the Travel Enthusiast
- 14 May
The Dreamy New Zealand
The notorious Milford Sound, an extraordinary Kiwi site ©Bernard Spragg. NZ/flickr
New Zealand is an island nation that lies on the Pacific. It is split in two main islands, the north island and south island. Australia lies 900 miles to the west while Fiji, Tonga and New Caledonia 600 miles to the north. The country is famous for its prosperous economy and extraordinary natural landscapes and beaches.
The capital is Wellington yet the largest city is Auckland. Other important cities are: …
- 22 Mar
The traveler’s guide to WWOOF-ing
photo by Peter Blanchard on Flickr
Traveling is no longer such a bug deal like a century ago, and even the most budget conscious traveler can find ways to visit some of the most faraway and wonderful places on the planet. Even traveling on a shoestring can be eco-conscious and sustain local conomies, but there are others ways to discover some of the most beautiful spots in the world without making a dent in your savings.
WWOOF-ing, better known as World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms, by no means a lazy holiday, but it is the kind of vacation that will allow you to gain insights into your host culture, into the ways of the land, and even teach you a thing or two. Here’s a traveler’s guide to WWOOF-ing, for those who are looking into novels ways of experiencing travel. …
- 19 Maritachan in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
The best whale watching destinations in the world
Monterey
The giants of the deep, the largest mammals on the planet, are not quite as easy to spot as one might think, considering their size. Although whales live in many parts of the world ocean, but their populations are constantly dropping due to whaling and pollution, so seeing a whale in its natural habitat is a very special experience.
Whale watching is among the most popular wildlife watching activities in the world, and it’s not difficult to arrange or book a whale watching expedition once you know where to look. If you want to see some of these majestic creatures in action, here are some of the best whale watching destinations in the world. …
- 08 Markachou_n in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
The best walking trails in New Zealand
Tongariro, photo by andrewcparnell on Flickr
New Zealand is a relatively small island nation, and very remote, but like many small and secluded places, it packs a huge punch. Aotearoa’s landscapes are so pretty it’s downright outlandish, hence their appearance in movies that depict imaginary places.
The natural scenery of New Zealand has been celebrate long before the Lord of the Rings Trilogy made it known worldwide, and movie fans are far from the only travelers who come to see these amazing places.
New Zealand is a paradise for walkers and hikers, and the nine Great Walks designated by the department of conservation now have a booking system in over to avoid overcrowding and damage to the environment caused by the tourist hordes. Here are some of the best walking trails in New Zealand, so remember to book the one you like best! …
- 03 Febkachou_n in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
The most beautiful secluded beaches in the world
St Barthélemy, photo by maggieandcharles on Flickr
If a beach is nice, clean and pretty abandoned, it never stays abandoned for long. With more and more people spending their holidays at the beach, at the more popular spots you have to compete for a place for lay down your towel.
But if a beach is remote enough and even a bit difficult to access, chances are that you can still spend a few quiet hours there without bumping into too many other beach goers.
Luckily, many holidaymakers are not determined enough to have their deserted and peaceful beaches to make the long (and possibly difficult) trip there, so if you’re an intrepid traveler who’s not afraid of a challenge, more lovely secluded beaches left for you! Here are some of the most beautiful secluded beaches in the world, for travelers who don’t like crowds. …
- 19 Jantylerd in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
The world’s most livable cities, from a traveler’s point of view
Auckland
Year after year, The Economist as well as Mercer compile lists of the most livable cities on the planet. If you want to move to another city and you want to make sure that you’ll get better living conditions than at your last home, it’s a good list to consult. But just because a city has a wealth of stuff to buy and services, or because it has good roads and little crime does not mean that they instantly become hot tourist attractions.
So what are the advantages of visiting the kind of city you’d like to live in? Are they more tourist-friendly than your run of the mill town, or do they only make the tourist’s job harder? Here the pros and cons of visiting the world’s most livable cities, from a traveler’s point of view. …
- 11 Decevike14 in Food Experiences | NO COMMENTS
The 5 funniest restaurants in the world
photo by Mega Hammond on Flickr
Hungry travelers usually seek out restaurants that are both good and cheap, and if the decor is only marginally important as long as you can fill yr stomach with good grub. But in some cases, it’s not so much the menu that counts, because the restaurant itself is strange enough that it makes it difficult to much without staring at your surroundings.
There are plenty of weird restaurants in the world, some in the air, other underground and even under water, but some are just plain funny. If you are not afraid of choking on your food while laughing and chewing at the same time, here are the top 5 funniest restaurants in the world. …
- 06 Dec
A traveler’s guide to visiting Antarctica
photo by Christian Stoker on Flickr
The Earth is beautiful, but it’s not always a fun place to be in. Deserts and snowy, icy corners of the planet are not everyone’s idea of a good time, and when it comes to Antarctica, for example, few people except for scientists would be willing to spend time there.
But as maligned as Antarctica might be, it is in fact a very interesting choice of a travel destination, and not just because visiting a continent covered in ice at the South Pole of the planet sounds cool.
A trip to Antarctica might just convince you that even the most inhospitable spots on the planet are actually excellent places for holidaymaking. Here’s a traveler’s guide to visiting Antarctica, for those who are looking for a freezing adventure. …
- 13 Novkachou_n in Travel Planning | 1 COMMENT
The most spectacular destinations in New Zealand
Tongariro National Park, photo by Andrew Parnell
Aotearoa, the ‘the land of the long white cloud’, is quite possibly one of the most stunning places on the planet, or at least that’s what anyone who has ever visited it will tell you.
It’s not only the country’s astounding natural beauty that makes people say that – it’s also the warmth of the people, the richness of Maori culture and the fact that wherever you are, adventure is never far from your reach.
New Zealand is a destination where you can enjoy solitude if that’s what you want (the islands are very sparsely populated), yet the major urban centers are full of life and a fun-loving attitude. If you’re ready for one of the most unforgettable travel experiences in your life, here are some of the most spectacular travel destinations in New Zealand. …
- 17 Octandra88 in Amazing Places | 1 COMMENT
5 stunning waterfalls to see before you die
Sutherland Falls, photo by chiropractical on Flickr
There’s something peaceful and dreamy yet at the same time exciting about watching a curtain of foamy water tumble from a great height, surrounded by serene scenery. Waterfalls have always been a source of fascination for humankind, and it’s enough to consider huge attractions like Niagara Falls to realize that people will go to great distances in order to see these wonders of nature.
Some waterfalls amaze their ‘audience’ thanks to their height, others with their picturesque configuration or the sheer volume of water flowing through them. Here are 5 stunning waterfalls to see before you die. …
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