The most remote islands on the planet are also the most attractive for many tourists. However, not everyone makes such a trip, mainly because the tickets are expensive, and because of the popular belief that the Hawaiian Islands are only … Continued
The Spitsbergen archipelago is one of the most interesting and unusual places we’ve been to. The people living here have extraordinary endurance and willpower – life beyond the polar circle is nothing short of an ordeal. During our visit, I’ve … Continued
The island of Hawaii is the biggest of the Hawaiian Islands. The archipelago is named after it. It’s often referred to as the Big Island, which perfectly describes its size. The large area is home to some of the world’s … Continued
The Galápagos Islands are part of the South American continent and belong to the state of Ecuador. Only 4 of the 18 islands from the archipelago are inhabited. Some of the uninhabited islands are completely closed to tourists, as they … Continued
The Galápagos Islands are a land so far on another continent that we can barely imagine what living there is like. During our trip there I spoke to the locals as much as I could to learn, what are the … Continued
There’s a good reason why the capital of Spain is considered to be one of the most beautiful in the world. If cities could be likened to people, Madrid would look like a middle-aged man, handsome and noble, who’s never … Continued
The Kingdom of the Netherlands is often associated with a single city – Amsterdam, and most of the tourists go there. However, apart from the capital, there are many other beautiful cities and sights to see in the Netherlands. The … Continued
If you’re tired of Japan’s grand megalopolises, you should seek some solitude in their small satellite towns. Life is entirely different there: they are filled with an air of calmness and peacefulness, and the nature around them is pleasant for … Continued
The Canary Islands are nothing short of heaven on earth. They have an incredible, mild climate that attracts many tourists. The temperature rarely goes below 20 °C in winter and above 30 °C in summer. As a result, the flow of travellers … Continued
Sicily is more than a small island in the south of Italy. It’s a hub for historical events, gorgeous architecture, delicious food, beautiful beaches, and an atmosphere of nonchalance that envelops you head to toe. This is why so many … Continued
We continue with our “Baker’s Dozen of Island Peaks” programme. Next in line is Newtontoppen on the Spitsbergen archipelago, 1713 metres high. Required Documents Time Needed for Preparation Skills Required to Ascend Equipment for the Ascent Weather Conditions Safety Measures … Continued
Scotland is a unique country that can surprise even the most demanding tourists. It has everything: unbelievable head-spinning landscapes, historical monuments around every corner, delicious food, the truest whiskey, atmospheric weather, and friendly people. Long story short, you can immediately … Continued
You’ve probably heard about the “city of deer” not far from Kyoto in Japan. That’s Nara, one of the many ex-capitals in the Land of the Rising Sun. A one-day trip there will both surprise and amuse you, as there … Continued
Have you ever looked at a photo or some other image of a place and felt like you must visit it? It’s like an impulse or a physical necessity to be there. That’s how I felt when I saw a … Continued
Sicily is a heavenly island that you should visit at least once in your life. Especially since it’s easy to get there, as it’s within Europe. You’ve probably heard a lot about the incredible Sicilian oranges that are used to … Continued
Tourists usually limit their visit to Tokyo to three days, because the rest of the Land of the Rising Sun is so alluring that it doesn’t make sense to linger in the capital any longer. In this article, I will … Continued
Barentsburg is yet another indication of Russian presence on Spitsbergen, but a “living” one. The coal mining town hasn’t brought any profit for its state for a long time. I don’t even know if coal mining in the Arctic has … Continued
Today, Iceland is very popular among tourists, attracting more and more travellers from all over the world each year. Considering the size of the island and the high prices, it takes a bit of effort to squeeze as much of … Continued
To many people, the Canary Islands are all about the beaches, the sun, and relaxation. This is what numerous tourists every year come for. However, the prime calling card of the Islands is their “lord”, the Teide volcano, 3,718 meters high. … Continued
Spitsbergen is a place where the modern Norwegian lifestyle exists hand-in-hand with Soviet habits. There are three Russian villages on the archipelago. One of them – Barentsburg – is active, while others are considered closed/abandoned. It is one of these villages that … Continued
I’ve brought away rather mixed impressions of our holidays in Osaka. On the one hand, it’s a huge metropolis – the cityscapes caught my breath. But, on the other, it’s a city without a soul. I know why I have … Continued
Having spent a little over two weeks in Japan, I can safely say that food is as important for the Japanese as their culture or history. This is what they are very proud of. The Japanese have made a religion … Continued
Kyoto is as popular as the main city of Japan – Tokyo. Kyoto has lots of historical and cultural sights and is the heart of the Japanese cultural heritage. This is a lucky city. Unlike Osaka, it almost didn’t suffer … Continued
If you chose Greenland as your next travel destination, you need to prepare very carefully and plan your route. Its remote location and arctic climate dictate their own rules you must adhere to safely travel and return home. So, the … Continued
80% of Greenland is covered with a huge layer of ice called the Greenlandic ice sheet. This is the second largest ice bank on the planet after the Antarctic ice sheet. It is difficult to name the exact date of … Continued
Greenland is famous for its ice cap, which covers more than 80% of its area. From space it looks like a continuous, uniform ice massif, but in fact it is a cluster of snows and glaciers of different sizes and … Continued
If you ever want to hide from the endless hustle and bustle of big cities and see the place on the face of the Earth, where the flow of time has completely stopped, where the beauty and greatness of nature … Continued
Greenland is an island with 18 cities and about 60 settlements. Taking into account its size, you can safely say that this is the most sparsely populated island on the face of the earth. The largest cities, such as Nuuk … Continued
Not everybody associates Greenland with glaciers and icebergs. There is one more distinctive feature that encouraged me personally to visit this country – it was an opportunity to experience a dogsled ride with Greenland Huskies. You won’t find such dogs … Continued
The city of Sparta is one of the most controversial tourist destinations on the Peloponnese Peninsula. Various forums are full of passionate discussions about whether Sparta is worth visiting. The fact is that, thanks to “300” movie and magnificent Gerard … Continued
If you decide to spend your vacation in Greece, then you will obviously have to choose a suitable resort, and in this country there is a plethora of nice places. Each of them is attractive in its own way. I’d … Continued
Greece will surprise the lovers of tasty and rich dishes in a very pleasant way. Local cuisine is represented by an abundance of seafood which can be found in almost every tavern. But still the most delicious and fresh dishes … Continued
During my childhood, I adored the legends and myths of Ancient Greece. I knew all the names of the Olympian gods, and I could tell about Hercules’s exploits for hours. Greece was the personification of a beautiful and sublime ancient … Continued
The United States of America is an amazing country which unites the most diverse ecosystems on its large territory: from mighty glaciers to dried deserts, from high mountains to deep gorges, from endless plains to impenetrable thick forests. All these … Continued
The Sin City, the Entertainment Capital of the World, and the World Capital of Wedding are the names of a city in the USA that seems to be the most loyal to the vices of the mankind. The city is … Continued
If there were a list of the most famous prisons, the Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary on an island in San Francisco Bay would undoubtedly be on the top. The very mention of this name struck terror into the hearts of many … Continued
While traveling through Iceland, you get accustomed to its unusual scenery very quickly – the landscapes which are practically free from trees. Some places in the central part of Iceland resemble a lunar surface so that NASA trains its astronauts … Continued
Nuuk is the largest city on the island of Greenland and is home to about 15,000 people – one fourth of the country’s total population. It’s the smallest capital in the world. However, despite its official status of the main … Continued
Many people associate the USA with Wild West films and cowboys. Indeed, many of us used to like smart and fearless cowboys and Wild West stories when they were kids. Those guys were skilful at opening a saloon door with … Continued
Every country has its landmark promoted in all tourist guides, such as the Eiffel Tower in Paris, the Cathedral of the Holy Family in Barcelona, or the Pantheon in Rome. But the USA is too large to be designated by … Continued
Among all the mammals living on our planet, no one makes me feel such genuine admiration as whales do. These amazing animals, living all their life in the water, are warm-blooded, breathe oxygen and feed their children with milk. The … Continued
We feel differently in different cities. Budapest much beloved by almost everybody may bring no emotions to your heart but a small town in northern Spain makes you thinking of it all the time and coming back again and again. … Continued
Are you a movie fan who loves blockbusters with the newest special effects? Or maybe you’re a fan of the classical genre? Or do you know all episodes from “Harry Potter” movies by heart? Can you distinguish T-Rex from Stegosaurus … Continued
Do you know that 30,000+ flights are done every day over Europe? This is an amazing example of how air travels have become a part of our daily life. Active business dictates its rules and makes people travel around the … Continued
Every country has its “standard set” of sights taking all new visitors to country’s top attractions. If you choose this option, you’ll see lots of interesting things and explore the most popular tourist destinations shoulder to shoulder with other travellers. … Continued
There are many far-flung corners on our planet where life is not an easy thing. I’m not talking about African deserts or the Amazon jungle. Old Europe has inhabited islands with extremely unfavourable weather, so that they may never become … Continued
It’s the northernmost capital in the world, a city with 65% of the country’s population, and the cleanest city on the planet where policemen carry no arms… You can learn lots of other curious facts about Reykjavik, whose name means … Continued
Scotland is a country known for its long history and a large number of inventions that made our life easier and more pleasant: a bike, a phone, matches, a refrigerator, penicillin, car tires, a steam engine and lots of other … Continued
What do you think is more beautiful than gorgeous St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome or the Louvre Museum in Paris? I’ll bet you are thinking about man-made architectural masterpieces. However, the well-known naturalist and botanist Sir Joseph Banks was of … Continued
The idea to conquer the Britain’s highest peak came a long time ago, but we did not get a chance to fulfil the dream – our travelling around the country was so busy that we could hardly find a full … Continued
Scotland has more than 750 islands, but only one of them is so beautiful that National Geographic named it one of the most beautiful islands in the world. It is described in all guidebooks on Scotland and is certainly a … Continued
It’s hard to find a land with such dense concentration of prehistorical monuments. Imagine an open-air museum where you move from one exhibit to another and doesn’t spend much time to get all of them. This story is just about … Continued
It’s not an overstatement to say that Iceland is one of the most amazing countries on our planet. It is the “youngest” land compared to the rest of continents. In addition, a combination of active volcanoes and glaciers makes Iceland … Continued
Ireland is an island keeping lots of mysteries, stories, and heritage sights of the Celtic culture. It is often called the “Emerald Isle” because of abundant precipitation making grass to ear and grow in full force. That is why, whenever … Continued
Located far away from other European capitals, Lisbon opens up its heart only to the most avid travellers. Let’s see what one of the oldest capitals in the world has to surprise its visitors. Lisbon is a city lying on … Continued
When in Ireland, you will certainly be amazed at how many secrets and mysteries are kept by this green island. Although it is the smallest part of the United Kingdom, there are lots of things to see. Here you will … Continued
There are cities you fall in love with at the first sight. There are cities leaving a very contradictory impression on you, and you do need a long time to recover from visiting them. That kind of revelation we made … Continued
If you stay in Lisbon and would like to have a day out, head to the town of Bombarral, which is 80 km from the capital, to relax from scorching sunshine and lose yourself in serene tranquillity of a wonderful … Continued
Sintra is an amazing ancient town near the capital of Portugal. Since the ancient times,this town had been a favourite country retreat for the Portuguese kings. With its incredible number of parks and palaces, the town could offer much to … Continued
Many have heard a lot about picturesque beaches on the south of Portugal. Looking on a map, one might start wondering: is lying on sand and seeing rocks worth taking such a long way to get there? This post will … Continued
Flight Visa Car rental services & fuel prices Toll highways Cash Best season for travelling Time difference Opening hours of shopping malls Flight Portugal is the most remote country of the continental Western Europe. Considering large distances, it is not … Continued
If you put aside its political and religious tension, Belfast might appear an ‘exemplary’ European city. Although it has no mega attractions, such as the Eiffel Tower or the Colosseum, there is one remarkable ‘BUT’ Belfast is known for: it … Continued
Dublin is the capital and the largest city of the Republic of Ireland. The name comes from the Gaelic Dubh Linn meaning black pool. We know a little about Dublin: this is a home of many pubs (but we could … Continued
Ireland is a surprisingly green island in the west of the British Isles archipelago. It is the third largest island in Europe, second only in size to Great Britain and Iceland. The weather here tends to vary greatly throughout the … Continued