The sight of a waterfall cascading from a height is one of the most captivating natural wonders in the world. Actually, it’s breathtaking to witness water hitting the rocks or splashing in all directions. Possibly, you can relate to a city or a beach or any other tourist attraction by visiting similar places near you.…
Gay travelers to Argentina’s capital city will not have to look too hard for gay hotels in Buenos Aires. Actually, the city’s gay-friendly and safe to explore. Argentina’sconsidered one of the most gay friendly countries in the world with very progressive LGBTQ laws. Gay Buenos Aires bloomed with homosexuality being legalized in the country in…
Argentina‘s second most populous city after Buenos Aires is Córdoba, a cliched mix of the old and new. This university city, bustling with a young population is a cauldron of style and culture, reflected in the number of reputed museums, galleries, and ‘hip’ cafes. The diverse architectural styles around Córdoba, from the Gothic to the…
Who doesn’t love a good bargain when shopping, especially on a holiday! If you’re lucky enough to be in town when there’s a sale on then shopping is even more enjoyable when the regular prices at stores are slashed. However, if you don’t mind elbowing your way through a crowd or haggling for prices, one…
The City of Mendoza as it is officially known as is located in the northern central part of the province of Mendoza in Argentina. The bustling tree-lined city is a stopover point for climbers to Mount Aconcagua and also for skiers in the winter looking for easy access to the Andes. Mendoza is synonymous with…
The capital of Uruguay, Montevideo, is the southernmost capital in the Americas and has been consistently rated first on the quality of life in Latin America. The city was founded in 1724 by a Spanish soldier as a strategic move against Portugal during the dispute over the platine region. The first inhabitants of the city…
Bridges have been around since time immemorial, as man has attempted to cross raging rivers or great divides. From fallen trees and stepping stones to boardwalks, rope bridges, and the engineering wonders we see today, bridges have been the vital link for connecting places. Throughout history, bridges have also had their fair share of controversy…
Have you ever wanted to visit beautiful cemeteries to experience the thrill of such haunting grounds? Beautiful cemeteries offer a rich history into a specific region beyond the most obvious phenomenon, death. Here’s a breakdown of a few cemeteries you shouldn’t hesitate to visit to take your traveling experience to the highest level. St. Andrews…
Holding the title of the world’s southernmost city, Ushuaia is flanked by the most southern point of the Andes Mountain range. If you are interested in hopping on a boat to Antarctica, it is from Ushuaia that you would do so! The end of the world is an incredible place with many activities like taking…
A World Heritage Site is a place (such as a building, city, complex, desert, forest, island, lake, monument, or mountain) that is listed by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). These globally recognized sites are very important and as such, they are typically the world’s most intriguing sites to visit for travelers. There…
Antarctica is not only the fifth largest of all continents, but it is also the highest and windiest continent. There are basically two kinds of people wandering around the South Pole: (Santa and his elves are not some of them) those who live there due to scientific research and tourists. Nobody lives in Antarctica permanently…
The world’s largest countries provide a beautiful snapshot of the variety of geography, climate and wildlife on the planet. Here is a listing of the Top 10 Largest Countries On Earth by area, in both square kilometers and square miles.The world’s ten biggest countries by size are ranked based on information from the CIA World…
Tucked in between Brazil and Argentina, tiny Uruguay is often missed out or forgotten about. The common misconception is that there aren’t many places to visit in Uruguay. However, all those who travel to Uruguay will fall in love with the country. With Spanish and African influences, this is one of South America’s most intoxicating countries. Check…
Located off the southern tip of South America, some 480 km (300 miles) from the coast of Argentina, the Falkland Islands (also known as Malvinas) are a British Overseas Territory. A natural paradisiac archipelago of more than 740 islands. The islands boast white sandy beaches, clear turquoise waters and an abundance of native and migratory…
An obelisk is a monumental tapering column carved from a single block of stone, with a square (or rectangular) cross-section and capped with a pointed top called a pyramiding. These were originally called “tekhenu” by the builders, the Ancient Egyptians. The Greeks who saw them used the Greek ‘obeliskos’ to describe them, and this word passed…
Our world is paved by more than 18.5 million km (11.5 million miles) of roadways. Many roads are so stunningly beautiful that they became iconic destinations in their own, promising distinct adventures at every turn. But there are 10 that rank among the Most Scenic Drives In The World. Overseas Highway, Florida, USA 1 Built in 1938 on top…
Paraguay is one of the hidden gems in South America. Despite being enviously situated at the heart of one of the most thrilling continents on the planet, it is ignored by most travelers. Paraguay is a country that exhibits Some of the greatest examples of architecture with modern cities and vast exotic natural reserves with…
First settled by the British in 1625, Barbados is and an island country that belongs to the Lesser Antilles, and an attractive tourist destination with white sand beaches and glimmering blue waters. Steeped in history, architecture, wildlife, sporting events, renowned restaurants. This beautiful little island offers a broad range of intriguing attractions, makes it the perfect Caribbean vacation.…
The Opera House is a plush, gilded palace where grandiose spectacles requiring vast spaces and great heights could be performed where the social elite gathers to watch in comfort and elegance wonderful performances. There are only a few opera houses without a “royal box”, since they were used not only to establish the ruling class…
Glaciers have been our guardian angels for centuries. We owe them “life”. Yes, life, because Glaciers are the largest reservoir of fresh water on Earth. Thanks to them we have thousands of rivers which keep our valleys and agricultural fields alive. It goes without saying that the water we drink and use at home also…