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    Most Unusual Wildlife Holiday Destinations

    ByIlya June 12, 2023January 4, 2025

    Wildlife enthusiasts are forever looking for some new experiences and encounters in jungle to enrich their memories further.Β  Embarking on a wildlife holiday is an opportunity to delve into the mesmerizing beauty of our planet’s diverse ecosystems and encounter some of the most extraordinary creatures that call these regions home.Β  Best wildlife holidays such as…

  • An old vintage truck rests where it died in a California goldrush ghost town
    California | North America | USA

    Bodie, California: The Echoes of a Bygone Gold Rush Era

    ByIlya June 10, 2023

    Located east of the Sierra Nevada mountain range in Mono County, California, Bodie stands as a relic from a bygone era, a true ghost town echoing the gold-mining past. This town, frozen in time, offers a comprehensive glimpse into the rough lifestyle of the Gold Rush period, in an environment that was far from friendly….

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    🏷️ ghost town, ghost towns, town, towns
  • scene of downtown Leavenworth
    North America | USA | Washington

    Leavenworth, WA – A Glimpse of Bavaria in the Heart of the Pacific Northwest

    ByIlya June 9, 2023

    Nestled in the Pacific Northwest, a modest town has transformed its identity into a captivating Bavarian-themed tourist hot spot. As visitors set foot into this mountain-enclosed village, they’re instantly greeted by the multifaceted architecture, wooden verandas, and the dual-toned timber framework that typifies the buildings and stores, a style distinctly reminiscent of the illustrious European…

    🏷️ museum, museums, town, towns
  • Corner of Times Square at 7th Avenue showing advertisement billboards for Broadway shows in Manhattan, New York City
    New York | North America | USA

    7 Reasons To Visit New York This Summer

    ByIlya June 6, 2023June 6, 2023

    For decades, New York has been one of the most famous and captivating cities in the whole world. Β It is often referred to as the city that never sleeps or the β€˜Big Apple’ and is synonymous with opulence, glamour, energy and entertainment. As a result, the city attracts around 60 million visitors every year, and…

    🏷️ cities, city, travel tips
  • backpacking
    Travel

    Amazing Activities You Should Add To Your Bucket List On Your Next Trip

    ByIlya June 6, 2023

    Are you looking for some memorable activities to fill your bucket list on your next trip? From thrilling sports adventures to enjoyable leisure activities, the possibilities are endless. Whether you’re seeking heart-pounding thrills or peaceful outdoor exploration, there’s an activity that everyone can enjoy and remember fondly as they look back at their travels. In…

    🏷️ kayaking, travel tips
  • Sainte Anne's church by the harbor of Mackinac Island
    Michigan | North America | USA

    Mackinac Island, MI: A Unique American Haven Free from Automobiles

    ByIlya June 5, 2023

    On July 6, 1898, the Village Council of Mackinac Island made a pivotal decision: β€œResolved: That the running of horseless carriages be prohibited within the limits of the village of Mackinac.” This proclamation set a precedent for the Lake Huron’s Mackinac Island (pronounced MAK-in-aw) and turned it into a rare American town that resisted the…

    🏷️ town, towns
  • Teresitas beach near Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary islands, Spain
    Europe | Spain

    Playa de Las Teresitas – Tenerife’s Golden Beach in the Canary Islands

    ByIlya June 3, 2023November 25, 2025

    One of the most frequented beaches in Tenerife, Spain, is Playa de Las Teresitas, located in the Canary Islands. This hotspot, however, is far from a naturally occurring formation. Instead, it was meticulously crafted in the 1970s, using an impressive 270,000 tons of sand imported from Western Sahara. Historically, Playa de Las Teresitas bore little…

    🏷️ beach, beaches
  • Geological rock formation called mushroom in Timna park in Negev desert, Eilat, Israel.
    Israel | Middle East

    Exploring Israel’s Natural Wonders: A Guide to the Country’s Most Beautiful Landscapes

    ByIlya June 1, 2023

    Israel might be a small country but that doesn’t mean you’re not spoilt for choice when it comes to natural wonders. Β And the fact that the country is so diverse in its landscapes – mountains and waterfalls, deserts and coral reefs, rock formations and caves, rivers and canyons – means there’s plenty to see. Here…

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    🏷️ natural wonders, park, parks

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