Guilin, located in the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region in southern China, is a city famous for its scenic beauty. Surrounded by karst mountains and verdant countryside, Guilin attracts millions of visitors each year. Among its many attractions is the Reed Flute Cave, a geological wonder that has been enchanting visitors for over a thousand years….
Fiordland National Park in New Zealand is a place of unparalleled natural beauty that covers nearly 5,000 square miles of the country’s southwestern region. It is New Zealand’s largest national park and is home to various landscapes, from rugged coastlines to glaciated peaks, dense forests with turquoise-tinged lakes to steep cliff faces, and endangered wildlife…
The beauty of Scotland is well known worldwide, and itโs arguably home to some of the most jaw-dropping vistas in the UK; just donโt let anyone from south of the border hear you say that! If youโve got plans to head to Scotland, here are a few must-see views that you really donโt want to…
The Poconos have always been a popular summer getaway with lush forests, beautiful hills, serene lakes and world class water parks. What better way to beat the heat this summer than exploring some of the best lakes this region has to offer. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing retreat or for some aquatic adventures, the…
Centuries before the Byzantines, Romans, or Ottomans ruled Turkey, a remote corner of the country was home to the world’s first democratic federation, the Lycians. The Lycians were a peaceful federation of city-states that dated back to around 2000 BCE and included the city of Simena, a bustling sea-trading hub. However, in the 2nd century…
If you’re in the process of booking your dream vacation to Italy, France, or Spain you will soon need to fill out a short online application known as ETIAS, or European Travel Information and Authorization System. Starting in May 2023, an approved ETIAS application will be required for short-term travel (defined as 90 days or…
The Paro Taktsang temple complex in Bhutan is perched on a cliff and is one of 13 small monasteries where the Buddhist master, Padmasambhava, meditated in the 8th century. Padmasambhava is regarded as a holy figure in Bhutan and Tibet, where he is credited with spreading Tantric Buddhism in the 700s. According to legend, Padmasambhava…
When most people think of visiting Germany, they envision themselves eating sausage, drinking beer and perhaps visiting a castle or attending an Oktoberfest celebration. In addition to being the birthplace of many cultural and culinary innovations, Germany is also home to some stunning natural spaces. Jasmund National Park—located on the island of Rugen—features majestic chalk…