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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  |
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  |
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  |
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The Arctic Landscape Of A Desert: White Desert
When thinking about the mysterious sites of a desert we certainly do not consider chalky, snowy white, breathtaking domes, minarets or towers. Featured in the music video ''Echoes'' by the Klaxons, the Sahara el Beyda, Egypt's White Desert... in: Egypt  |
Smallest Country Of South America Rich In Natural Beauty And Multiculture: Suriname
Suriname formerly known as ''Dutch Guiana'' is the smallest sovereign state in South America where multicultural heritage and biodiversity come together unspoiled. The territory with the motto ''Justice-Duty-Loyalty'' has its name derived from... in: Suriname  |
'Mortal Kombat' Stone City: Ayutthaya
The capital of the kingdom called Siam, Ayutthaya is a city founded by King U Thong. In ancient times, the refuge city who saved the king's army from a smallpox outbreak grew up to be one of the largest in the world counting about one million... in: Thailand  |
Where the Rage of Erebus Struggles with Ice: Ross Island
Despite its small size, Ross Island, an island formed by four volcanoes is the 6th highest on Earth and the Southernmost island reachable by sea. Home to Erebus, the most active volcano on the ice continent Antarctica, the island features one of... in: Antarctica  |
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Sleep Defying Tradition : Coorg
Kodagu with its English version Coorg has one of the richest coffee agro-forestry systems in the world with almost 270 species of shaded trees. Nicknamed the ''cash crop”, coffee became a characteristic of the Coorg district ever since the 20th... in: India  |
Relaxation in a Cup of Fresh Tea: Munnar
Home of the highest mountain at the South of the Himalayan range, a hot destination when it comes to exotic flora and fauna, Munnar is a place where tea has a legacy on its own. in: India |
Enter the Realm of Orangutans in This Forest Paradise: 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. in: Indonesia |
Hauntingly Beautiful Nomadic Lands of Pakistan: 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... in: Pakistan  |
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Goonies' and Giant Haystack Rock Homebeach: 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... in: United States of America  |
Where to Get in Touch with Nature: Península Valdes
There is a place in South America that combines natural, cultural and historical influences to give any traveler a well-spent holiday. This retreat is a sum of vast blue ocean, pristine beaches, wildlife and city life. Indeed, everything you’ll... in: Argentina  |
Norway’s Hidden Gem : Lofoten Islands
This island is well known for its natural beauty. Its small, unassuming fishing villages have a picturesque beauty of their own. Hidden within the mountains and peaks of Norway are the Lofoten Islands – a heaven-on-earth place furnished with... in: Norway  |
The Three-Colored Lakes of Kelimutu: Lake Kelimutu
If you have a 5,000-rupiah bill, you would be looking at the most exotic lakes treasured by the Indonesian people. Perched on the crest of the same volcano, the three lakes of Kelimutu are a nature’s surprise because of their different colors... in: Indonesia  |
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Drench Your Melancholy Away: Bantimurung
A Dutch colonist once dubbed this place a ‘kingdom of butterflies’. A famous British environmentalist, on the other hand, depicted it as a paradise on earth. With its refreshing waterfalls and natural view, it is not surprising that foreign... in: Indonesia  |
Face to Face With Crocodiles: Crocosaurus Cove
The Crocosaurus Cove houses the largest exhibition of reptiles throughout Australia. Swimming with the crocodiles in complete safety is only possible in the famous Cage of Death, to be more precise, in a clear tank wall which separates you from... in: Australia  |
Into and Out of the Underworld: Caves Branch
Caves Branch is a mystical place almost stranger to the human exploitation. Being actually a system of four caves which formed during several hundred thousand years, Caves Branch is a protected location. This incredible system of caves is a part... in: Belize  |
The Fulgent Sounds of Ice: Prince William Sound
There are few places on earth that will strike awe in the heart of travelers. This is basically what Prince William Sound promises to every traveler who’s able to reach and observe the massive glaciers which actually have the ability to shape the... in: United States of America  |
