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- 28 Noverato in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
A short guide to the provinces of Canada
Quebec
Canada can pride itself with tons of visitors from outside as well as inside the country. As the second largest country in the world, its geographical diversity is absolutely amazing, no wonder so many people want to see it.
The three largest cities, Toronto, Vancouver and Montreal are the main urban destinations, but they are not the only popular ones. Want to know what to visit when in Canada? Watch this cute video and read our short guide to the provinces of Canada to get a taste. …
- 21 Febandra88 in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
A traveler’s guide to East Timor
photo by yeowatzup on Flickr
East Timor is another one of those Pacific islands that people rarely get to hear about, but for travelers visiting this island nation, it is hardly a bad thing. East Timor shares an island with Indonesian West Timor, and it also comprises the islands of Atauro, Jaco and Oecusse.
As a fairly new country, East Timor has had its fair share of unrest and domination by bigger and more powerful nations, but now things have finally calmed down, and a slow trickle of adventurous travelers has started to make its way to this ‘undiscovered’ corner of the planet.
Don’t expect a well developed tourist infrastructure with tons of resorts and amenities, but if you are in search of pure nature beauty, an interesting culture, and really welcoming people, a traveler’s guide to East Timor might just convince you to visit. …
- 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. …
- 04 Julevike14 in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
The best Melanesian travel destinations
Oceania, a vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean dotted with countless islands, is a paradise for travelers looking for new experiences and places to see. Melanesia is only a small part of Melanesia, but it is filled with all sorts of wonders and exciting places.The islands that make up Melanesia have their similarities, but overall each of them have different sides to show to their visitors, but all of them are places that will make you want to prolong your trip indefinitely. So if you are planning a trip to the Oceanic islands, here are some of the best Melanesian travel destinations that you could visit. …
- 11 Apr
Amazing tourist attractions in Tonga
photo by Sarah/Rose
Tonga, the ‘Friendly Islands’, are one of those small Micronesian nations that few brochures mention, and most people know very little about them. That doesn’t mean that there is nothing interesting about Micronesian nations, it’s just that they tend to get ‘lost’ amidst the vastness of the Pacific.
Tonga is a fascinating place, although probably not that pleasant for its inhabitants – it is the last absolute monarchy in the world, and the king rules over the people like a feudal lord. This might put off some potential visitors from traveling to Tonga, but this island nation’s nickname is really well deserved, and tourists will be welcomed with open arms. To give you a taste of what this destination has to offer, here are some of the most amazing tourist attractions in Tonga. …
- 25 Mar
Top 5 surf spots in the world
Gold Coast, Australia
Some people go to the beach for the sun, the people, the beach volley and maybe a dip in salt water, but if you’re a surfer, things get much more serious than this. You start looking at other things when you think of the ideal beach, besides the nice scenery.
The waves have to be great, the weather equally so, and if there are other surfers with whom you can have some friendly competition, then all the better. Here are the top 5 surf spots in the world. …
- 02 JanVago in News | NO COMMENTS
Adventures in Tahiti
Tahiti has become one of the most popular luxury vacation destinations today. Everyone, from honeymooners to divers want to explore this paradise on earth. Honeymooners can have incredible privacy here and divers can experience the colorful underwater world.Even travelers with families can have a great time in the South Pacific. Tahiti has so many things to offer all types of travelers. Along with expensive places to stay at Tahiti such as St. Regis, the Le Meridien, and the famous huts over the water, there are many more ways to explore Tahiti. …
- 30 MarTudi in Amazing Places | 1 COMMENT
America’s Most Fabulous Historic Routes
No matter for which part of the United States you are heading this summer, it is always a good idea to check what attractions you might find in your way. Rather than spending hours in a row in some obscure rest area along the highway, your could use that precious time to visit some less known historic building or natural curiosity. It’s very likely that a 21 century road trip won’t transform you into a men of the west; but it represents, however, a great opportunity to visit some unique attractions and refresh your knowledge of the American history.
Following one of America’s historic routes is also a great way to make your journey children-friendly and help them learn a thing or two about their ancestors: …
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