From an outsider’s perspective, Hong Kong may seem like little more than a concrete jungle. This, however, is a common misconception. Hong Kong is actually made up of over 200 separate outlying islands, ripe for exploration! In fact, Hong Kong island isn’t even the largest in the region. Island hopping is a common summer practice […]
Fountains are beautiful creations of art, technology, and design. Truly magical fountains require a great deal of planning and ingenuity. It’s these factors that bring in tourists from all over the globe appreciating fountains structures. We have rounded up the top ten places to view the world’s most stunning displays of moving water. 1. Metalmorphosis Mirror Fountain Located in […]
You’ve probably heard of Hong Kong’s largest and most dominant Islands, Hong Kong and Kowloon, but what about the other 261? Take a journey out of the hustle and bustle of the city’s urbanscape and into the lush mountain ranges to find some of South East Asia’s most picturesque hiking trails. 1. Lantau There are […]
Over time humankind has created boundaries for political reasons. Other times, nature does it for us. Here are some interesting borders we thought were better if crossed without flight! Vietnam and China Ban Gioc/Detian Falls are on the Guichun River and straddle the international border between China and Vietnam. India and Pakistan The India-Pakistan Wagah Border […]
California is home to more than just laid-back surfers and Hollywood starlets. There’s a quiet side to the Sunshine State, full of ancient trees and sun-kissed wineries, just waiting for the right kind of traveller. If you’re looking for a more relaxing experience, one filled with stunning nature, world-class dining, and a lot more wine, […]
Located in the majestic Sierra Nevada of California, Yosemite National Park in Mariposa County, is home to some of the world’s most beautiful waterfalls, massive granite formations and the oldest forests. Known as the “Crown Jewel” of the National Parks, no national park tour would be complete without a visit to Yosemite and the Gold […]
Two heads might be better than one, but are four wheels really better than two? Not in these 5 cities, where locals and tourists prefer bicycles for getting around town. With stunning architecture and plenty of stopovers, life in these places really is better on a bike. Take a spin through 5 of the world’s […]
St. Vincent and the Grenadines is an archipelago of 32 islands and cays located in the eastern Caribbean between St. Lucia 24 miles north and Grenada 75 miles to the south. St.Vincent, Young Island Bequia, Mustique, Canouan, Mayreau, Union Island, Palm Island and Petit St. Vincent are the only inhabited islands and range in size […]
Cuba may be the Caribbean’s largest island, but the warmth and friendliness of its people give it an intimacy that makes you feel that you are amongst friends. Whichever backdrop you choose, whether it be turquoise waters, glorious lush mountains or the intricate architectural grandeur of its cities, there’s a spirit to Cuba that is […]
Shinrin-yoku is the Japanese practice of “forest bathing,” a practice somewhere between Zen meditation and natural treatment that aims to put you in touch with nature and yourself. And it’s delightfully simple: all you need to do is slowly and mindfully enjoy a living forest! That can mean walking slowly or barefoot, maybe hugging some […]
Welcome to Ontario’s Apple Country – just 90 minutes north of Toronto. A special place where the moderating effects of Georgian Bay and the Niagara Escarpment create perfect conditions for growing amazing apples – and baking perfect apple pies! Along the western plain of Georgian Bay, adjacent to the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of the Niagara […]
In the heartland of America you will find diverse landscapes, from rolling prairies to towering granite peaks. Travelers can escape the bustling cities and meet the wild frontier. From the winding canyons and granite peaks of the Black Hills to the rainbow-hued spikes of the lunar-like Badlands, South Dakota is nothing if not diverse. But […]
