There is nothing worse than getting on the plane or landing in a new country to realize you’ve forgotten key travel accessories.
There are everyday hotels and there are extraordinary hotels. Take a break from the everyday hotels and get back to nature with one of these coolest treehouse accommodations that combine serenity with the pleasure of being immersed in nature. Check out our World’s 8 Coolest Treehouse Hotels and stay in a tree-house hotel along the beach or in a remote rainforest.…
To reach some of the world’s most beautiful and remote locations, you may have to deal with a few scary takeoffs and landings along the way. Landing in an airport is usually a safe and fun experience, but certain circumstances make them really dangerous. You might want to avoid the following airports that have continuously…
Waterfalls are one of nature’s most beautiful creations and come in all shapes and sizes. They are usually judged by their height, width or style or volume of water. Styles of waterfalls include tiered, cascades, horsetails or single drops (plunges). Some larger waterfalls contain multiple styles, showcasing cascades, tiers and even horsetails in one amazing waterfall.…
Surrounded by natural beauty such as mountains, glaciers, and vast wildlife, visitors to Alaska have the opportunity to relax and enjoy themselves as well as an adventure-filled trip. Alaska offers myriad settings for outdoor enthusiasts to explore. No other place promises such easy and overwhelming immersion in the wild world like this. Here is our…
Located between the Atlantic and Arctic Oceans, geographically Greenland is part of North America, politically and historically it is associated with Europe and nationally it forms a part of Denmark. Greenland is a remote and cold country with a rich cultural history that spans back several centuries. It is a country that has preserved its incredible nature,…
Mongolia lies in central Asia between Siberia and China, at an average of 1,500 meters (5,800 ft) above sea level. It is the least densely populated country on the planet, a vast country with endless grassland, evergreen trees and rugged mountains. However, 45% of the Mongolian population lives in the busy capital, Ulaanbaatar, where life is a lot…
Nature never stops to amaze us with its fascinating phenomenon just like these sinkholes, terrifying massive holes that open up in the Earth without warning. As well as being very dangerous, sinkholes are also a very dramatic geological feature and in most cases they are beautiful. WOW Travel offers you a unique list of the Top 6 Most Amazing Sinkholes On Earth.…
One of the most remote and beautiful places on earth and a world heritage site, comprising of 13 major volcanic islands (and more than 40 smaller islands). The Galápagos Islands are a series of volcanic islands that straddle either side of the Equator about 926 km (575 miles) west of Mainland Ecuador. Having literally risen from…
The roller coaster is king in the amusement park industry, but these classic attractions get some tough competition from water slides during the hot summer months. They’re some of the most fun a person can have, whether you’re a child or an adult. But if you want to take the fun to a whole new…
Measuring each mountain’s summit, or tallest point, by their height above sea level, the highest ten mountains on earth, including famous mountains such as Mount Everest and K2, are all located in Asia. Each of these mountains belongs to the “eight-thousanders” club, a list that consists of the 14 mountains on Earth that are 8,000 meters…
There is one thing in common among the world’s most treacherous staircases: all of them require nerves of steel. Stairways can leave just as much of an impact on your memory as the places they lead you, especially when they stand between you anda site you flew half way across the world to experience. WOW Travel shares with…
China shares its borders with 16 other countries, Russia with 14 but at the same time, Japan and Australia don’t have any neighbors. The way borders are drawn and what’s used to delineate them can be really fascinating. While borders seem like permanent fixtures they have revolved throughout time, reminding us that the only constant is change.…
A lost city is a settlement that fell into terminal decline and became extensively or completely uninhabited. The location of many lost cities has been forgotten, but some have been rediscovered and studied extensively by scientists. There are many places around the world that have been in existence longer than we can possibly imagine. From the lost…
While venturing around the world, Photographer and urban explorer Ralph Mirebs came across an enormous abandoned building in a remote place in the deserts of southern Kazakhstan. You will not believe what he found inside. After breaking into this huge Blast-Proof Hangar, he realized that this was a very special building with two of the most…
A monolith is a monument or natural feature such as a mountain, consisting of a single massive stone or rock. Erosion usually exposes these formations, which are most often made of very hard and solid metamorphic rock. The word monolith comes from the Greek word “monolithos”, derived from mono (“one” or “single”) and lithos (“stone”).…
What does it feel like from the perspective of a bungee jumper? Some people call them crazy, but those who have felt the rush know that the moments of fear are well worth the reward. From China to New Zealand, these are the 9 Scariest Bungee Jumps In The World. Europabrücke Bridge, Austria -192 meter (630 ft) 1…
One of the more popular getaway destinations for travelers is a tropical island, characterized by lush green lands, surrounded by the sparkling blue sea, fringed with white or golden beaches. Other islands that lure travelers are those with a bit of mystery, islands with luxuriant jungles, verdant valleys and stunning peaks. However, in recent times…
Hair raising ghost stories and death-defying experiences have always had their fair share of followers. There is something morbidly fascinating about the supernatural, especially ghost stories that have been passed down through the ages. These hair raising tales have gripped the imaginations of many a novelist and filmmaker. However, the truth behind some of these…
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…
We’re counting down to the longest land border between two countries with this top 12 list. Many countries around the world are landlocked and share boundaries with one or more neighbors. Countries like China and Russia have the most neighbors and land borders extending thousands of kilometers. In contrast, other nations like the Vatican –…
The dictionary defines a capital city as a city or town that functions as the seat of government and administrative center of a country. However, not all countries have their seat of government in the capital, like Sucre in Bolivia, which is the official capital but not the seat of the government. Capital cities are…
Salt flats are dried-up desert lakes. They have some of the unique natural features on earth, a vast expanse of impressive white sheets, glinting facades, and picturesque landscapes. But how do salt flats form? They form in closed hollows where rainfall can’t drain away. In a wet climate, a lake would form but, in a desert, the…
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…
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…