5 Roads Worth Traveling
Historic Highway 49, California’s “Gold Rush” Ask Americans about the best road trip and you will more likely than not hear “Route 66.” But VirtualTourist members say California’s “Highway 49” should be on your list, too. It takes you through central areas of Gold Rush country, through several well preserved mining towns and past the […]
Top 10 Converted Hotels
Mandarin Oriental, Prague – Prague, Czech Republic Though many of the most famous sites in Prague are located in the Staré Mesto and Nové Město, the Prague Castle and much of the city’s most atmospheric walks are found on the other side of the River Vltava in the Malá Strana neighborhood. One of these unique […]
10 Places To Stay Before They Disappear
Dead Sea, Jordan The Dead Sea is ‘dead’ because its extreme salinity means nothing lives in it. But it will very soon be even more ‘dead’ because it is evaporating at a rate of around a meter (three feet) a year. Why such a steady and frightening decrease? It is very simple. Not enough water […]
5 Fabulous Ferry Rides
Cairns to Fitzroy Island via Raging Thunder Ferry, Queensland, Australia It’s not the ferry, but what the ferry leads to as you will not believe your eyes when you arrive to Fitzroy Island. This peaceful and perfect island, 45 minutes from Cairns by ferry, is 339 hectares of pure bliss. It contains vast rainforests, the […]
Adventures Abound In Malaysia
If your ideal getaway involves exploring the jungle like Tarzan and Jan or channeling your inner Robinson Crusoe on pristine, deserted beaches, then you need to hop on over to Malaysia. Blessed with every sort of wonder nature has to offer, Malaysia is the perfect playground for aspiring swashbucklers. And with Malaysia Airlines’ attractive winter […]
Designer to Know: The Academy Brand
Meet The Academy Brand. If it’s not on your radar, you’ve probably admired their shirts, pants and accessories without even knowing. In a meeting with your creative agency, worn by a guy at the next table in that hip restaurant, or sported by an Aussie celebrity in a TV interview. Guys of all ages and […]
5 Superb Subterranean Spots
Looking for an awesome underground adventure? Then you’ll want to check out these “5 Superb Subterranean Spots” compiled by members of travel website VisualTourist.com. If you’re afraid of the dark or small places, you may have to think twice! Waitomo Glowworm Caves, North Island, New Zealand. The Waitomo Glowworm caves have been in existence for […]
Summer Watermelon Balsamic Slushies
Ingredients (makes two cocktails): 3 oz vodka 1/2 oz lime juice 1 oz simple syrup (1 to 1, sugar to water) 1/2 oz balsamic vinegar 2 cups watermelon cut into 1-inch cubes (~ 10.5 oz by weight) 1 pinch of salt 2 cups ice (~ 8 oz by weight) Sprigs of fresh mint for garnish Directions: Start by […]
Top 5 Elephant Encounters With Sanctuary Retreats
“Nature’s great masterpiece, an elephant; the only harmless great thing.” – John Donne Once you have stood in the presence of a wild elephant, nothing is ever quite the same again. There is something about these gentle giants that touches all of us. Maybe it’s their enormous size or their wise demeanour. But whatever […]
5 Top Reasons To Visit… Penang
One of South East Asia’s most popular and enchanting destinations, Penang deserves be high on the list of anyone planning a visit to Malaysia. Penang is packed with plenty of must-see attractions guaranteed to appeal to every type of traveller from families and honeymooners to food-lovers and those with a thirst for adventure. To help […]