Used for shelter or as religious sites by ancient people, today caves surprise us with exceptional beauty and absolutely unique features. From glacier caves formed by ice and water, to limestone formations of thousand of shapes and sizes, the world's caverns are truly amazing microcosms.
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World's Most Amazing Caves and Grottos
World's Best All-In-One Destinations
No time or money to venture the world far and wide? Can't decide whether to go for a Caribbean-style beach vacation or explore the treasures of our globe's cultural heritage? Instead of sacrifying some of the options, you can go to only one country and have it all: exotic white sandy beaches, snow-capped mountains, bucolic landscapes and great cities filled with superb monuments, great cultural offer and bustling night life.
World's Strangest Tourist Attractions
Have you ever tried to bathe in sound, sleep in a cave or venture into a radioactive zone? In fact, you don't need to have a very strange taste to go for some of these weird tourist attractions - just a little curiosity and a small portion of courage would be enough to wander through the dark mysterious catacombs of Paris or the Hindu temple filled with sacred rats.
14 Travel Links Worth a Look Before You Start Off
In order not to lose your way in the thicket of travel websites, we share with you our favorite travel sites that will help you to find all the practical information, bargains and tips before you start off. There are also several pages we recommend that will help you to ease the pain of being back and stay connected with the travelers from around the globe.
New Seven Wonders of Nature
The New Seven Wonders of Nature Competition is still running, so if you haven't yet chosen your favorite sites, check out our selection of seven places most worthy of honors. Painted by the artistic hand of nature, these sites are truly impressive and some of them definitely deserve to stand on a podium.
Bloodcurdling Terror and Genocide Museums
These museums will take you on a historical journey around the most significant and disgraceful events of the not so distant past. Established to retain what mustn't be forgotten and to serve as a warning to future generations, these places are memorials of the most terrible genocides committed in the 20th century.
15 Amazing Castles from Around the Globe
Although designed and built for the prominent purpose of defense, today the castles seem like somewhat unrealistic constructions straight from the fairytale world.
World's Best Trekking and Hiking Destinations
Ice climbing in Iceland or a jungle trek to ancient ruins in Colombia? The spectrum of the world's trekking and hiking opportunities is unlimited so let us help you select some of the most rewarding destinations that best suit your preferences.
The world's incredible temples
Numerous temples in the world are breathtakingly incredible constructions. Each has its own unique design and features that mirror particular religious beliefs and represent different forms of architectural styles.
The Mecca for Porschephiles. Stuttgart Porsche Museum
You don't have to be a Porschephile to enjoy the recently opened Porsche Museum in Stuttgart. From the outside the monochromatic steel structure of the museum is a masterpiece of 21st century architecture that reshaped the Porscheplatz with its extraordinary appearance.
Iranian plane crash
After two fatal aircraft crashes in June this year another plane with 168 passengers and crew on board crashed today (July 15) in the north of Iran, about 75 miles (120km) north-west of Tehran.
A Caspian Airlines plane was flying from the Iranian capital to Yerevan in Armenia.
How not to die from a lightning
Did you know that in the US lightnings kill more people than hurricanes?
60 to 80 people die per year. Many more are struck by one of the 25 million cloud-to-ground flashes hitting the American soil per year but survive, though thunder survivors often suffer from severe burns and life lasting neurological damage.
5 Most Spectacular Mountain Railways in Europe
Constructed to conquer the Alps, link mountain resorts or transport coal, Europe's mountain railways are a great tourist attraction today. Our tour via the oldest and most spectacular mountain rail routes starts in Switzerland, which is undeniably the European leader in the railway industry.
Amazing natural phenomena to see before it's too late
The world is full of beautiful phenomena. It would be a cliché to say that you must see them before you die…but, to be honest, it would really be worth seeing them in your time.
Whales in the sky
Have you ever seen whales in the sky? If not, here they come…
Photography does not have to be always serious and actual. I like when it actually balances at the edge of reality and imagination.
Most Unreal Landscapes On Earth
Unreal landscapes on our very much real Earth are like gates to different worlds. These places blow our minds and cross the limits of our imagination.
Here is a collection of ten most alien-looking landscapes on Earth:
Iceland
Steam, bubbles, rocks and ice combine into breathtaking, though, alien-looking landscape.
Designed to sleep: the most stylish hotels in Europe
A night in one of these hotels compensates for a month of wandering around art galleries. The stylish hotels of Europe are like great design exhibitions featuring the freshest trends, immortal art and chic solutions.
Best Ever Travel Movie (IMHO)
A strange combination of terrible plot, bad acting and
environmental irresponsibility
with the best travel spurring soundtrack and amazing shots. This movie is so stupidly boring it wants to blow your mind off more than the copious amounts of ganja it stars in the background.
Morning toast on the go
While travelling the portability of things is one of the most important attributes. I love small and light gadgets that are easy to carry along.
In my previous post I wrote about
Muji Spice Book
with the sheets of paper flavored with spices.
Crossing the Shit Line in Romania
Crossing the Shit Line in Romania
Forgive my language but this is exactly what I encountered in Romanian mountains. Probably the biggest shocker of my traveling life.
I love the mountains but it'd be fairer to describe me as a modern coach potato - too much internet too little action.
The busiest streets of the world
Have you ever found yourself on the busy street wondering how those thousands or millions people come to be coordinated into a stream that flows in one direction? For me the crowded streets are the sociological phenomenon in which, happily, I don’t have to take part on a daily basis.
Muji Spice Book
I love trying various restaurants and cuisines while on my vacations. From time to time, though, I feel like cooking and eating homemade food. What I always miss in my holiday-cooking are the spices. While exploring the local market or grocery I generally forget about buying salt, pepper or chili which are such basic and necessary elements of my meals.
Georgia - where Europe meets Asia
The state where Stalin was born. The land where the highest human settlement in Europe is located. The nation that first conquered the grape and invented a wine. Do you need more reasons to visit Georgia? If yes, did you know Georgians believe that guests come from God? So, as you can see, you are more than welcome…
Georgia is a little country of 4.
Parent Traveler - Infant Alarm
Parent Traveler - Infant Alarm
When you get your kicks on route 66, or wherever, don’t forget to take the kids with you – after all, you want to imbed your vagabond spirit into your own flesh and bone, don’t you?
I too had this vision of perfect family outings, where we would happily discover the world together
But when my firstborn son showed up it turned out to be a little more complex, and hiking turned into driving:
I know they warn you that the amount of stuff needed for traveling with a baby is reversely proportional to the baby’s size. Well, it’s true. But having a baby doesn’t have to cure you off your itchy feet, you’ll just need to adapt to the new situation:
You will have noticed the mountains get smaller, and the gear gets bigger, that’s it. So below is my Top Five list of must haves for a weekend away with a baby:
A bus, an SUV or a VAN
– it’s got to be spaciousI know the environment and everything, but believe me – you simply can’t pack a family into a compact unless you want to make your car look like a third wold transportation system:
A baby car seat
– gone are the days where babies could traveled snuggled into their mother’s arms (how did my generation survive our infancy remains a puzzle). It’s the law these days in all civilized parts of the world, not an option.
Just make sure than when you get one you get one which is easy to install. Next time, I’d get one with a detachable base that attaches to the car, allowing you to carry your baby in and out of the car without installing the car seat each time. Also, check that the shoulder pads on the harness don’t fall off the straps, like they do on mine. When you have to deal with a screaming hungry mammal, small things like this drive you crazy!
Modern, expensive, must have it
A baby carriage
– obvious, but notice the all terrain inflatable tires and nice suspension system. You can actually take a newborn on an off-road stroll, the rougher the better, my hand were more likely to fall off from the shaking than my son to wake up. Forget the fancy ones with small plastic wheels – just don’t work. A sun umbrella and a plastic rain cover are necessary additions.
Try to find a later model
A baby carriage tote
– filled with changing pads, diapers, medicines, ointments and a myriad of other child paraphernalia which I’m not even trying to understand. Thank God I’m married! We keep one permanently in the car and just restock it after each trip so we don’t worry about forgetting something.
A travel crib
– sure you can sleep on a roach infested mattress in a second class motel, but your baby won’t. This is probably my best buy yet – for less than a €70 I got the crib together with a changer, toy bar, and mosquito net and it takes less than a minute to set (
here's how to do it
). Simply priceless.
Time flies by and I can’t wait to take my first family hike in the mountains and compile my toddler travel list. I’m looking at baby carriers right now and will welcome any tips, suggestions, and warning
On Pigs, Death, and Travel
Seems like a terrible time to kick off my blog. Who in their right mind would even think of traveling now with swine, oops, Mexico flu, on the brink of making the day for all the Wacos who believe the end of time is imminent?
However, those sharing the common sense and political incorrectness of Michael O’Leary know this is only another case of problem saturation, and that next week nobody will remember that Mexico was supposed to be ground zero for the worldwide apocalypse.
Surfing Europe
Surfing in Europe for those who have never tried it before is like discovering an old continent all over again. We all know Europe for it great culture, fascinating cities, historic monuments but when we think about catching the waves Hawaii or Australian Gold Coast cross our minds.
Ten Smallest Nations on the Globe
Did you know that the tiniest country in the world is seven times smaller than Central Park in New York? And are you aware of the fact that the tiniest state on the globe is ruled by the only remaining absolute monarch in Europe? These and many other interesting facts about the world's ten smallest countries you will find below.
15 Strangest Creatures Of The World
Our nature must have a good sense of humor if she brought such amazing, bizarre and uniquely looking creatures to life. From afro hair rabbits to dinosaur looking lizards, some of the animals inhabiting the planet Earth could well be counted among the Pandora's creatures.
Cambodia Off The Beaten Path
Discovering Kampot
When you begin planning your next trip to Cambodia you'll be overwhelmed with information about popular tourist destinations and attractions like the Angkor Wat, Phnom Penh, Banteay Srei, and so many others.
World's Most Fashionable Nations
French and Italian fashion houses have dictated clothing trends for many years, but are these nations really the most stylish in the world? In fact, when you take a look around the world's biggest cities, you will soon discover that Barcelona, Melbourne, Copenhagen or Sao Paulo easily rival Paris, Milan or Rome.
Top Ten Ultra-Safe Destinations to Travel
There are some countries in the world where fear and insecurity are unknown, and you can go for weeks without any breaking news of serious crimes or even minor offenses.
Ten Most Impressive Railway Stations
We love trains because they are green, relatively cheap and fast. There's something more to travelling by train than just ecological and financial considerations though.
