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Get a 360 Degree view in the Smallest but Richest Floral Kingdom: Table Mountain Aerial Cableway
Table Mountain Aerial Cableway is famous for being the great attraction of South Africa. This amazing destination not only offers you the most incredible panoramic views of Cape Town, over the ocean or the neighboring peaks but also impresses through its biodiversity in flora and fauna. in: Africa, South Africa best visited: All year long |
Set Off For An Architectural Pilgrimage: Ronchamp Chapel
How about a trip to one of the most beautiful buildings in the world? The chapel of Notre Dame du Haut in Ronchamp, France goes with this description. Built in 1955 by Le Corbusier, this chapel is situated on top of an imperious hill above the village of Ronchamp. in: France best visited: April, May, June, July, August, September |
Deep In Between Two Continents: Silfra
In the Philippines, you can go and row a boat in two rivers at the same time. That, being a translated idiomatic expression from the local language, would mean you’re an unfaithful lover. In Iceland, however, you can touch both the American and Eurasian continents at the same time – for real! No idioms, no connotations. in: Philippines best visited: All year long |
The Land’s End: John O’ Groats
If it were said that it would take two to three months to arrive in the Scottish town of John O’ Groats, would you believe it? In today’s modern, super charged, instant society it would seem down right unthinkable. in: United Kingdom, Europe best visited: April, May, June, July, August, September, October |
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Camping at the amazing Gates Of Hell: Derweze
Imagine sitting in the desert drinking a nice glass of green tea right next to the Gates of Hell. Sound's intriguing, so give Derweze, often called Darvaza, in Turkmenistan a chance. It’s not as spooky as you might think! in: Turkmenistan, Asia best visited: March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November |
The Heart of the French Alps: Grenoble
Get to discover the heart of French culture by experiencing everything Grenoble has to offer. Grenoble acts as a center of academics where culture, history and science converge. While it’s practically a blessing for many intellectuals, the city itself is a beauty that pleases more than just the eyes. in: France best visited: All year long |
Shady Arcane Giants: Muir Woods National Monument
The Muir Woods National Monument isn't a monument in the traditional sense, say like the Washington Monument. No, Muir Woods National Monument is part of the National Park Service found along the Pacific Coast just about 12 miles north of San Franciso. in: United States of America best visited: All year long |
Get inside an Active Volcano’s Crater and Live to Tell about the Experience: 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. in: Indonesia best visited: May, June, July, August, September |
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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 ski paradise where the top elevation reaches 3250 meters (10662 feet). in: France best visited: All year long |
The Concrete and Soapstone Savior: Christ the Redeemer
It’s interesting how most folks joke about getting struck by lightning when they’re afraid of God’s wrath. So, it’s quite ironic when the Christ the Redeemer (called Christo Redentor in Portuguese) statue in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil gets struck by a bolt in 2008. Kind of funny, isn’t it? in: Brazil, South America best visited: All year long |
Chishui’s Hues of Red: Chishui Danxia Landform
No other site in China defines red as vividly and uniquely as the Chishui Danxia Landform in Guizhou Province does. in: China, Asia best visited: March, April, May, June, July, August |
Experience reverse gravity: Mistery hill, North Lebanon
If you ever happen to find yourself on the road between Beirut and Tripoli, you should try this diverting experience. Some would even say supernatural, and it definitely seems so on first sight. in: Lebanon, Asia best visited: All year long |
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Ancient Erotica in the Heart of Europe’s Largest Historic City Center: Napoli
Exploring Italy eventually takes any visitor into Napoli or what is commonly known as the port city of Naples. Having the third biggest population among cities in the country makes it one of the busiest places in Europe which is both a boon and bane to its tourism efforts. Vacationers seeking for a tranquil place to relax are advised to skip this area as Napoli is anything but quiet. in: Italy best visited: All year long |
A Fantastic Island.. Non-Island... Island...Non-..: Mont Saint Michel
Mont Saint Michel is a beautiful tidal island off the coast of Lower Normandy. It was connected to mainland France by a natural bridge that’s accessible when the tide was low; thus the title of a tidal island. The tides can vary by almost 50 feet, so great care is needed if you’re going to try and cross on your own. At least it’s not quite as perilous as it was back in the Middle Ages. in: France, Europe best visited: March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October |
Small Population-Great Beauty-Rich Heritage: Tuvalu
With one of the smallest populations on Earth, the second lowest when it comes to maximum elevation and a physical land size which does not raise the numbers, Tuvalu is a small sovereign state with a rich heritage transmitted from a generation to another. Here, tradition is embraced by each family and the legends where man and nature commune enchant the curious traveler. in: Tuvalu best visited: January, February, June, July, August, September, December |
Getting Bigger & Better By The Minute: Big Island Hawaii
Originally called the Sandwich Islands by Captain James Cook, Big Island Hawaii is the largest island of the United States (with a total population of less than 150,000 people); and larger than all the other Hawaiian islands combined. It's also constantly growing, too. in: United States of America best visited: January, February, March, April, May, December |
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Grand Desert Hiking : Bear Canyon
Described as one of the best hiking tracks that South East Arizona has to offer, Bear Canyon combines the desert experience, with great hiking trails and magnificent surroundings. If you are a nature lover and enjoy the outdoor experience with your friends, this is one track that you should definitely consider! in: United States of America, North America best visited: January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November, December |
The Irresistible Taste Of Pitcairn Bounty: Pitcairn Islands
Attracted by the pristine beauty of the Pacific islands, the British sailors on the HMS Bounty repelled against their captain as they did not want to leave the unspoiled grounds which later were baptized Pitcairn. in: Pitcairn Islands best visited: March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November |
Mother Nature’s Gift to China: Wuyi Mountain
The finest of all there is in China’s natural wealth seem to have converged on Wuyi Mountain in China’s Fujian Province. in: China, Asia best visited: April, May, June, July, August |
Holidays Plus: Mummies and Extra Virgin Olive Oil: Vodnjan
Vodnjan is the place where Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque and the Venetian styles meet. Although it used to be a military center when the Romans were in charge, its cultural print survived in time and it became its specificity. in: Croatia best visited: All year long |