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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. From solid strongholds to oriental fortresses and highly decorative palaces, the castles are our connection to the past, where legends mix with history and reality blends with a fairyland. Read more »
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Free Attractions in 7 of the World’s Hottest Cities
The current state of the economy has taken a huge toll on everyone's wallets. Travel may not seem like the viable option it has been in the past, but if you really want to get out and see the world, you shouldn't feel limited. Almost every major city in the world has a handful of attractions that are free of charge and if you pair them up with a few walking tours, self-education, and a couple of good meals in local restaurants, you'll have just as good a time - if not better - than you would have had if you had paid to get into a dozen tourist traps. So where should you start? Read more »
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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. Read more »
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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. Read more »
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Five Places to Avoid in 2010
In 2010 don't go for the obvious. Choose some alternatives to the most visited, most wanted and hell crowded destinations, and head for the places where you won't get tangled up in the commercialized tourist web. Check out which five places should absolutely be avoided in 2010, and where to go instead. Read more »
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Best Summer Hotel Deal Destinations 2010
It's countdown time to summer! Better start planning your summer holiday, especially with major hotel deals to be had. Still feeling the effects of a strained economy, the travel industry continues to offer incredibly low hotel deals but this may be the last year to find so many bargains. From tropical islands to exotic desert destinations, we've found the travel hot spots that will be offering exceptional value deals in 2010. Read more »
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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. Read more »
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15 Amazing Travel Photographs
From stunning landscapes to striking portraits, travel photography can be as inspiring and addictive as traveling itself. See our selection of amazing travel images that capture the essence of traveling better than words. Read more »
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15 Strangest Houses From Around the Globe
There are no limits to people's imagination, craziness and creativity as reflected in these bizarre constructions. See this original list of the world's strangest houses, some of which, we're pretty sure, you've never seen anywhere before. Read more »
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Most Eco Means of Travel
The simplest way to remain eco-conscious while venturing into the world is choosing the greenest means of transportation. Estimate your footprint before you set off for the next destination, use less fuel to travel the same distance and cut the CO2 emissions, because your actions do make a difference! Read more »
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World's Ugliest Capitals
Some of the world's capitals are just ugly ducklings with small chances to turn into beautiful swans. They are crowded, dirty, or just boring, and in terms of architecture they are simply unsightly. Of course, some may find entirely planned cities or post Soviet concrete blocks fascinating or inspirational, but calling these capitals beautiful would be a bit of an exaggeration. Read more »
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Most Extreme Landscapes on Earth
Our globe is home to some truly breathtaking and extraordinary sights. Be it strangely-shaped rock formations, alien-looking sulfur springs or unique chocolate hills, the world is full of such beautiful phenomena that no words can describe it. Read more »
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Most Eco Friendly Cities of Tomorrow
From cycle lanes and green roofs to solar panels, wind turbines and magnetic vehicles, the world's greenest cities, be it historical Amsterdam or the entirely planned new city of Masdar, are the first examples of the eco-developments of tomorrow. See five greenest nations for which turning eco has become a priority. Read more »
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Weight Loss Holiday Destinations
Food is one of life's greatest pleasures. Sampling the local cuisines while traveling is, in turn, one of the greatest pleasures of vacationing. Instead of feeling guilty when you (again) eat a bit too much of local delicacies, head for the countries where food will do you nothing but good. See the world's five destinations that will help you improve your frame of body and mind without big sacrifices. All you have to do is eat like the locals do. Read more »
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Seven Best Party Islands
It might sound like utopia but imagine a place separated from the rest of the world by miles of azure crystal waters, surrounded by powdery white sand beaches, where all you need to do during a day is relaxing and all you have to do during a night (if only you feel like) is partying. These best party islands in the world may become your personal utopia for a week or two. They have a few things in common: the atmosphere is hot, the parties are wild and the hangovers seem easier to handle when on the beach. Read more »