the Travel Enthusiast
- 07 Feb
The weirdest hot springs in the world
Blood Pond, Japan, photo by Simon le nippon on Flickr
Hot springs are hardly unusual, and you can usually find a few of them in whichever corner of the world you happen to be visiting. But while a regular nice hot spring is generally a hole in the ground with steamy water and surrounded by natural beauty, some hot springs have a little something extra too.
A couple of hours in a thermal pool will recharge your batteries and relax you, but if the hot spring is also unusual to say the least, then all the better. If you prefer hot springs that are not contained and manicured, like in a resort, and instead you’d rather go for something natural, wild, and out of the ordinary, then you will most definitely enjoy a dip in the weirdest hot springs in the world. …
- 18 Jul
Top 10 national parks in the world
Yellowstone
If you want to get a taste of a country’s natural sights, then visiting a national park is the best way to get it done, because you can be sure that you will see some truly photo-worthy sights. National parks are created for the preservation and display of places of exceptional national beauty, so most likely, each square meter of the park will reveal something worth looking at.
So if you want to cool off from the summer heat in a natural environment, here are the top 10 national parks in the world. …
- 04 Novitachan in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
The best camping spots in the US
Since it’s the beginning of November, one would think that the weather is not warm enough for camping in the temperate regions. But if it’s not raining and the weather is mild enough, why should you not go out in the nature for a few days at least? Besides, in the fall season you won’t have to worry about insect bites, heat rashes and dog days.All you need is a good tent and a warm sleeping bag, a pot to heat water in, and some good humor. After all, there is no obstacle that a creative camper can’t overcome. So here are the best camping spots in the US, where you can commune with nature for a while. …
- 10 AugEdina in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Five great roadtrips through the US
Although we now live in an age where you can get from one corner of the country to another in a matter of hours, the old traditions of roadtrips hasn’t been completely extinguished yet. No cheap plane trips can replace the freedom and sense of adventure you get when hitting the road in an old car, with only a few CDs, sandwiches and friends as company.The best thing about roadtrips is that you can change your route at any moment, and you have no time constraints. And if you stick to a few useful tricks, you can spend a few weeks on the road with ridiculously low budget. So here’s a list of interesting roadtrips that will take care of your wanderlust. …
- 02 FebTudi in Travel Planning | 1 COMMENT
World’s Best Cross-Country Ski Resorts
Cross-country skiing is very likely one of the most underrated winter activities. When asked why they prefer alpine skiing to cross-country skiing, many skiers would argue that they find cross-country skiing to be simply ‘boring’, and that they would always choose the steep slopes over the rolling hills.
However, cross-country ski has its undeniable advantages: not only it reduces the risks of an accident, but it can also offer the most amazing winter landscapes. Although there aren’t many cross country ski resorts per se, there are thousands of beautiful places around the world where cross-country skiing tours are available.
Whether you decide to try cross-country skiing in the highlands of the Rockies or back to its home country (or rather, countries, as cross-country ski is practiced all over the Scandinavian peninsula), there are some really special places you might want to start with: …
- 16 JulTudi in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Green Destinations: US National Parks
Let’s face it! When it comes to travelling, there is no accounting for tastes! While for some travelers the idea of a perfect holiday destination includes a nice hotel, a city tour dotted by important monuments and history-soaked buildings, nature-lovers want to go hiking and seek for green destinations like car-free islands (such as Dry Tortugas National Park) or spend their time in a cottage hidden at the foot of a snow-covered mountain. The National Parks on the American territory are included on the list of green destinations as well, being visited not only by the nature-going aficionados, but by everyone longing to breathe fresh air and gaze at the amazing fauna and flora. In a period when everyone seems to struggle against pollution, why not choosing an eco-friendly destination? Provided you decided to go green, here’s a top comprising the National Parks in the USA housing impressive and rare species of plants and animals. …
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