the Travel Enthusiast
- 11 Dec
The best castle towns in the world
Rothenburg ob der Tauber, photo by Destination Europe on Flickr
In ages past, when castles were being built by the hundreds, little towns would often spring up around them, leaching off the wealth and protection of the castle’s lords and ladies.
And while castle towns are a fixture in most European countrie, they are not limited to the Old World. Pretty towns with large castles looming over them can be found all over the world, and if the castle is interesting, then the community built around it is no less intriguing.
If you feel like taking a step back in time to the glorious days of Medieval Europe or Asia, and even North America (without getting acquainted with any of the horrors of the Middle Ages), then take a trip to some of the best castle towns in the world. …
- 26 Jul
Top 10 most beautiful castles in the world
Himeji
Childhood love for castles, forts and all the accessories that come with it is rarely completely overcome, and as a grown up traveler, anyone can indulge in their secret (or not so secret) love for castles in several destinations where castles are considered to be a very serious business.
In Europe, castles and palaces have a long tradition, and in countries like France, Germany or the UK castles are some of the most beloved tourist attractions. Castles, however, come in many shapes and sizes, from medieval storybook-style castles, to marvels of Asian architecture and other castles. So if you like castles, here are the top 10 most beautiful castles in the world. …
- 07 Julandra88 in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Top 5 destinations for Formula 1 fans
If you like car races in general and Formula 1 in particular, there are more ways to experience the rush of the race than in front of the TV. So this year, how about traveling to one of the circuits? Luckily, all of the F1 Grand Prix this year are taking place in fabulous locations, so not only the F1 fan in you will love them, but the tourist as well.There are more then enough Grand Prix locations to choose for, and it’s a piece of cake to organize a nice holiday for yourself and make F1 part of it. So if you’re in the mood for some car racing and sightseeing at the same time, check out these top 5 destinations for Formula 1 fans. …
- 22 Junitachan in Food Experiences | NO COMMENTS
The scariest dishes in the world
photo by Will Merydith
Traveling and cuisine go fabulously well together, and so does traveling and extreme sports, but what about all three of them together? In some places, eating the local delicacies counts as an extreme sport, especially when your dish can land you in a hospital or even worse.
Fortunately for them, these dangerous dishes are also extremely delicious, and when they are well prepared there is no risk in eating them. Still, you’re likely to get a thrill or two while tasting the scariest dishes in the world, even while your mouth is watering, and here are a few examples. …
- 11 Junkachou_n in Fun and Travel | NO COMMENTS
The best music festivals in Asia
Manila
If you’re traveling to Asia this summer, you won’t lack any entertainment no matter what your tastes in attractions are. If you are a music lover and you want to see what music festivals are like on continents other than America and Europe, there are plenty of events to attend in Asia this summer and autumn.
Whether you’re interested in some traditional music or if you just want to see some good internationally and locally known bands, a music festival is a great idea for your holiday, so here are the best music festivals in Asia. …
- 10 Novtibi60 in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Top 10 Sights in East Asia
Karts landscape in Guilin, China
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! …
- 15 Seppapillon in Fun and Travel | NO COMMENTS
Weird and wonderful abandoned buildings in Asia
Abandoned buildings might be regarded as useless by some people, and maybe a few abandoned buildings have indeed outlived their purpose. However, some of them become something similar to a work of art, testimonies of times long past. Some people make a hobby out of ‘hunting’ abandoned buildings.Asia is full of buildings like this, and they vary a lot depending on country. Here is a list of the most fascinating abandoned buildings in Asia. …
- 28 JulTudi in Fun and Travel | 1 COMMENT
Best Amusement Parks Worldwide
Is there a carousel, a cotton candy, an intense roller coaster ride or an acrobatic show in your near future plans? If not, you should weight your options well as amusement parks are sure to quench both your needs and your child’s providing a ton of fun, tasty food that you can grab from one of the restaurants or kiosks that are lined up within the theme park or enjoy multiple games of chance. And let’s face it…what can be more fun than tossing a colored ring and attempting for it to go through a bottleneck? Provided we managed to draw your attention, let us countdown the best amusement parks scattered across the world. …
- 22 JulTudi in Travel Planning | 2 COMMENTS
Tips for Travelling Cheap
The economic recession spread across the world caused some changes in the tourism industry and made the travelers savvier and more temperate when it comes to travelling expenses. And since many of the travelers are not willing to pay a bundle for a vacation in a seaside resort or for a tour, travel agencies and flying companies are continuously launching all sorts of deals to draw their clients. However, apart from catching a deal, there are some tricks and tips that you could take into account in these tight- belting times in order to have a great time when vacationing and in the same time not to exhaust your financial resources. In a nutshell, here are some useful tips for travelling cheap. …
- 29 JunTudi in Travel Planning | 1 COMMENT
Top 5 Recession-Proof Travel Destinations
When in Rome, do as the Romans do, states an old saying referring to the essential quality of a traveler to adapt both his tastes and habits to the local customs. Paraphrasing this saying and given we live in a period marked by an economical crisis, any traveler should seek for cost-effective travel destinations. After all, desperate times need desperate measures, right? And reportedly, that’s the principle guiding many hotel managers and airline companies which have recently resorted to rock-bottom prices in order to magnet tourists everywhere. Therefore, provided you’re a precautious traveler longing for a budget-friendly trip, here’s our top 5 recession-proof destinations that are surely to meet your interest. …
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