August 2011

Tanjung Puting National Park

Orangutans are considered one of the most intelligent species of primates in the world and they are the only family of big apes natively found in Asia.

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Sempu Island

There is no better way to quench anybody’s wanderlust than to visit a place that holds a secret destination that is so captivating and magical like Sempu Island in East Java, Indonesia. Seen from afar, the tiny island seems to offer no more than a short stretch of beach and rocky coastline that only the most bored travelers will ever care to set foot on.

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Krakatoa/Krakatau

Krakatau holds the distinction of having the loudest recorded explosion the modern world has ever heard when it obliterated itself along with more than 40,000 people in a massive volcanic eruption in 1883. The roaring noise was heard as far as Australia and the havoc that ensued became a benchmark for other eruptions around the world.

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Lake Maninjau

Beauty has its price and this is often true for travelers seeking inspiration from beautiful landscapes such as Lake Maninjau in Indonesia. While passing through hairpin turns is not exactly the safest way to take in the grand view of this place, it’s definitely worth it. Spending time here can really be rejuvenating especially for visitors looking to “get away from it all”.

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Matheran

Many travelers seek out remote places because of the peace and quiet they offer. But oftentimes, the prospect of exerting a considerable amount of effort just to reach them can be discouraging especially for people who have limited time to spend on their vacations. That’s not a problem in India where a serene and peaceful retreat is just a train ride away.

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Mount Papandayan

Normally people are advised to stay clear of active volcanoes especially one that has already claimed 3,000 lives in the past and destroyed about 40 villages. But the beauty and allure of Mount Papandayan in Indonesia is simply too much to ignore even for locals who know how deadly it can become.

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Kaghan Valley

Many people are attracted to how nomads live; free from modern day worries and able to go places whenever they like. And for travelers who find themselves in Pakistan, there is one such spot where the nomadic way of life can be experienced or at least it’s the next best thing to being a real wanderer.

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Cukang Taneuh

It’s well known among locals and regular visitors as the Green Canyon which is a play on the famous American landmark the Grand Canyon. The idea for this is said to come from a French traveler who was so amazed about what he saw in this place – massive rock walls covered in green.

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Central Park, New York

Mention New York and it’s almost instinctive that people think about bright city lights and the seemingly endless coming and going of individuals from different walks of life. Often regarded as a city that never sleeps, it seems so unlikely that one of the most beautiful nature parks in the world is located here.

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Cannon Beach

What makes for an interesting vacation conversation is a healthy dose of history and some beautiful scenery to match it. This is what awaits you in Oregon where Cannon Beach can be found quietly waiting to charm weary travelers with its magical charms.

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