What qualifies as a fantastic hotel room? A jacuzzi in the room or a bathtub in the bathroom, maybe? Or maybe, an incredible view? Basically, the higher your hotel room lies, the more panoramic and sweeping views you get! Humans, roads, traffic, and even skyscrapers look like ants from the top floor of these tall…
Between its stunning desert landscape and gravity-defying skyscrapers, Dubai is one hell of a dazzling metropolis. The city beautifully melds the past, present, and future to an electrifying and jaw-dropping effect. Like the rich residents inhabiting it, Dubai is a luxury travel destination and a luxury traveler’s dream. It’s famous for being home to some…
There are a lot of eerie places around the world, but there’s something extra sinister about haunted hotels. Thrill-seekers find something frightfully entertaining about spending the night in a hotel with a spooky history. This is partly thanks to films such as The Shining, and its real-life inspiration, the haunted Stanley Hotel, which is the scariest…
They say money can’t buy happiness, but it sure can buy you some of the happiest had most memorable moments of your life at the world’s most expensive hotels. Whether you’re saving up for a splurge-worthy dream trip or are a jet-setter looking for your next extravagant adventure, you have many choices for the world’s most…
Accommodation is a big part of traveling. Choosing the right hotel is as important as arranging a traveler’s to-do list. And this fact alone has been driving companies to build bigger, better hotels. As a result, some hotels have become tourist attractions themselves. Among them are these magnificent buildings we have on our list. The…
The mainstream, the margins, and the urban morals all converge under a neon glow in redlight districts around the world. After all, there’s more to a city’s character than its landmarks and attractions listed on to-do lists and guidebooks. If you really want to see what makes a town tick, then exploring its underbelly is…
It was in the 1960s that the hippie culture made its way into the world. It was all about free souls who wandered around the world without any worldly attachments. And let us say, what an amazing thought and lifestyle it must be! Slowly and steadily, one wanderer met another, gradually forming a group that…
It’s no secret that some countries are more peaceful than others. People living in certain countries, such as European countries, tend to be happier than those in other continents. Factors like geographical locations, international conflicts, and laws contribute to creating these most peaceful countries of the world. But what exactly makes a country peaceful? The…
The theme of being stranded on abandoned islands has inspired many novels and films. These include the famous TV series Lost and the riveting and heart-wrenching Tom Hanks movie Cast Away. When it comes to writing, the quintessential deserted island story is the famed 1719 novel Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Dafoe. Frozen in time and with…
Luxury can be defined as the state of extravagant living and great comfort. What’s more, luxury comes in all sizes and shapes and can be experienced all over the world. But, nothing says ‘luxury’ better than hotels, and lavishness at that. The most luxurious hotel in the world options range from Vegas to Morocco and…
Believe it or not, the most visited country receives up to 80 million visitors in a year. Along with other most visited countries, it shares common things. First of all, these countries have a rich, unique culture that distinguishes them. Second, they offer multiple attractions, museums, and famous landmarks, such as the Eiffel Tower or…
Imagine a wide, vast open stretch of land stretching out to as far as the eye can see – and beyond the horizon too. Deserts are a defining geographical phenomenon on earth and utterly gorgeous ones at that. Whether it’s the sandy deserts of Africa, the barren ones of Central Asia, or the cold deserts…
When we hear the term “volcano,” fearsome visuals of movies such as Dante’s Peak, Pompeii, and even the eponymous 1997 Tommy Lee Jones movie Volcano come to mind. There’s something absolutely terrifying about searing hot magma from the earth shooting into the sky. While it might seem like the volcanoes that have recently erupted are…
With so many thousands of cities to see in the world, there are seemingly endless cultures to experience and places to travel to. While seeing the world has its perks, but how safe are you exactly? Whether you vacation once in a blue moon or travel a lot for work or pleasure, it’s always important to…
The world’s dangerous roads, as many as they are, are plagued by poor design and unsafe speed limits. However, few have such perilous conditions that have sent drivers sliding across icy or slippery lanes or even plummeting to their deaths. From narrow cliff face paths to icy highways and storm-pummelled bridges, the world’s dangerous road…
For thousands of years, rivers have always been the source of humans need from mother nature. We use them for drinking water, irrigation in agriculture, and transportation. Not to mention how rivers can produce electricity through hydroelectric dams. Nowadays, we seek leisure activities such as swimming, fishing, and boating in some of the best rivers.…
The world saw its first Ferris wheel in 1893 when George W. Ferris constructed it for the World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago. Intended to rival the Eiffel Tower, the Ferris wheel stood at an imposing 80.4 meters. It soon became a popular recreational activity with its 36 cars. However, the wheel closed in April 1894…
A euphoric experience awaits those brave enough to reach the top mountain peaks. Even more so, if you are to conquer some of the world’s hardest mountains to climb in the world. It’s no joke though because even seasoned hikers find these difficult due to unforgiving weather conditions, objective hazards, and potential altitude sickness, among…
Buddhist monasteries generally called ‘viharas’ have been around for centuries. They first came into existence around the fourth century BC as retreat centers during the wet season. Monks and nuns were restricted from moving around too much during this three-month period to prevent any disturbance to the growth of plants and also to protect them…
The continent of Australia with its unique flora and fauna and ever-changing landscapes is a land full of surprises and discoveries. The largest country in Oceania, Australia is also home to numerous smaller islands scattered around it. Most people are familiar with the biggest of its islands, Tasmania, but not many are aware of the…
The world we live in is truly an amazing one with so much diversity in all its forms. Whether it is the tall white peaks of the mountain ranges, the azure blue of the water bodies, the verdant greens of the hills and valleys, or the striking hues of the bare rocks, there’s so much…
Do you know the population animal is higher than people in many areas of Canada? That says a lot about this country and its wildlife. It should also be enough evidence of how well they preserve their natural integrity and beauty. Indeed, these national parks in Canada promise more than natural ambiance. There are so…
From white, black, and red sand beaches to white-washed villas, Santorini in Greece is a visual delight. World-famous as a honeymooner’s delight, the best hotels in Santorini for honeymoon are the perfect places to begin married life. There’s a vast array of honeymoon hotels in Santorini to accommodate a range of budgets and preferences. Couples…
Few places in the USA can offer you what the state parks in Texas offer: miles and miles of magnificent rocky hills, scenic trails, diverse wildlife, and so many more. Each of these parks brings stunning landscapes that you won’t find anywhere else. Here, enjoy a wide range of outdoor adventures while marveling at the…