Hiking
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The British Territory That Saw Off The World’s Explorers: Gibraltar
At the southern tip of the Iberian Peninsula is the British Territory of Gibraltar (since 1704). Mostly everyone knows its landmark, the famous Rock of Gibraltar which European Explorers sailed past in the Mediterranean on their way to conquer (... in: United Kingdom, Europe  |
The Rock Called Home: Casa Do Penedo
Sick and tired of tours where modern architecture is symbolized by shiny buildings ''battling'' for the title of being the highest? If the sight of the sleek new does not wow you in any way, maybe a sight of peculiar will. in: Portugal, Europe |
Snowy Mountains And Vertical Drops: Les Arcs
Looking for a destination where you can be surrounded by billions of snowflakes, forever solid glaciers and winter sports passionate people? Characterized as one of the ''mega resorts'' in the French Alps, Les Arcs is a a comfortable world-class... in: France  |
Uruguay's Resort Of The Future: Piriapolis
A summer resort born out of a man's dreams and dedication, Piriapolis has become a destination frequented for its amazing nature, opulent hotels as well as for its active nightlife. Initially called El Balneario del Porvenir, the Spanish name for... in: Uruguay  |
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Diversity Explosion: Yellowstone
Blazing not only when it comes to its volcanism, diverse in more than its famous megafauna, Yellowstone is widely regarded as the 1st National Park in the world. With untouched ecosystems, over 1000 archeological features and historical... in: United States of America  |
Caught Among Idyllic Fishnets: Phu Quoc Island
A quiet spot of land in the Gulf of Thailand, where temples and lighthouses honor the fishermen protecting goddess Thien Hau, Phu Quoc Island has gained fame through its economy centered around fishing. in: Vietnam |
Attracting Nymphs And Chess Playing Fairies: Son Tra Peninsula
Homeland to the descendent of the dragons, Vietnam is a destinations where legends and fabulous creatures play a significant part in the culture as they are associated to the formation of the country's natural beauty. in: Vietnam |
Devil's Rocky Point: Punta Del Diablo
Declared one of the top cities to visit in 2008, the fishing village in proximity to the rocky point which brought it this unique name is a touristic magnet during summer, when population rises from 400 to no less than 20,000 people. in: Uruguay |
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A French Monastery With Catalan Background: St Martin Du Canigou
Designated a Monument Historique in 1889, the old abbey of St. Martin du Canigou is believed to have been founded between 1005-1009. Exposing the Romanesque style developed in the Spanish region Catalonia in the 10th century, this French edifice... in: France  |
Choose Wild Nature and Jade Waters: Emerald Lake
Whether you admire its fresh green color canoeing during summer or absorb the snow flakes falling while it becomes a winter wonderland, the Emerald Lake of Canada is one peaceful retreat next to a luxurious, cozy lodge. in: Canada |
Rock Shaped Legends: Belogradchik Rocks
Declared a Natural Landmark by the Bulgarian government in 1987, the Belogradchick Rocks are a complex of bizzarely shaped giants which become animated by local legends. Formations like Adam and Eve, the Mushrooms, the Madonna or the goddess... in: Bulgaria  |
''Not French, Not Brenton, but Malouins'': St-Malo
The appeal of St. Malo does not resume to the fact that it is considered Brittany's most visited place. Guided by the motto ''not French, not Brenton, but Malouins'', this French destination and its medieval walls is the former home of the... in: France  |
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A Persian Artifact of the Ancient World: Persepolis
With a citadel declared UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979, numerous monuments, sculptures and important inscriptions, Persepolis is the historical highlight if you want to remember the BC times. in: Iran |
Free Spirited Gardens of Ireland: Wicklow
Part of the Mid-Eastern region in the green country of Blarney Stone and leprechauns, Wicklow is referred by the locals as the last of the traditional counties of Ireland. in: Ireland |
The Daffodil of South West England: Isles Of Scilly
The Isles of Scilly featured as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of South West England are an archipelago where blooming daffodils are a symbol, the countryside is the home of numerous bird species and the nature here has won the Area of... in: United Kingdom  |
The Marble City Of Tenacious Fighters: Kilkenny
With its first major settlement dating since the 6th century, Kilkenny Ireland developed into a town full of historic buildings where cultural is an attribute of craft and design workshops as well as for public gardens or museums. in: Ireland |
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The Seaweedy Eden: Caladesi Island State Park in Clearwater
The seaweed brought by the foaming waves on the delicate sand may not be everybody's delight and this sight may lead to the conclusion that the beach is not clean enough. Looking at it from a different perspective, the seashore with seaweed... in: United States of America  |
Island of Superlatives in the Tasman Sea: Lord Howe Island
Bordered by the world's most Southerly coral reef, with clear waters abundant in more than 500 species of fish, some of the world's rarest birds and the country's cleanest, uncrowded beaches, Lord Howe Island can only be described as an island of... in: Australia  |
Multiformity In The Land Of Nahʔa: Nahanni National Park
Covering the land of the indigenous Nahʔa people, the rich grounds where evidence of the prehistoric human have been found are part of Canada's most diverse National Park. Inscribed by UNESCO as one of the four Natural Heritage Sites in 1978, the... in: Canada  |
Escape Routine On Napoleon's Island Of Imprisonment : St. Helena
Carrying the name Saint Helena reminding of the Constantinople empress sanctified by some of the major religions because she found the relics of the True Cross, this British island is one of the most isolated in the world. Due to its solitary... in:  |
