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Vietnam Visa Exemptions for 5 European Countries
Good news for travelers today, as the Vietnamese government announced on its website that Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung decided to…
Volcanic Activity in Indonesia Forces Shut-down of Several Airports
Indonesia, an archipelago consisting of 17,500 islands between the Indian and the Pacific Ocean, is seemingly a tropical paradise. Its…
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5 Best Hiking Destinations in Japan
(Image Credit – Tanaka Juuyoh) Japan is undoubtedly a heaven for hikers. Though the majority of the population lives in the plains, a surprising 70% of Japan’s total land area is mountainous. Among the range of mountains that you will find in this beautiful East Asian country, today we will talk…
Where to Ski in Poland
When it comes to skiing in Europe, it might not be the first country to come to mind (who can compete with France and Switzerland, right?) but Poland should not be underestimated for the ski resorts it contributes to the European winter experience. Most skiing in Poland is centered in…
6 Epic Train Journeys You Won’t Forget
Train journeys aren’t always about getting to a destination, some train journeys are about the journey itself. Some of the world’s most adventurous and exciting railway trips see this nostalgic and romantic mode of transport shine as the prime destination. From Australia, to India, and to southern Africa here are 6 epic train…
Mysterious Land of Bhutan Guide for Adventure Travelers
No matter whether it is your first ever adventure travel in life or your first ever step outside Europe, or your first ever trip to Asia – Bhutan has every reason to be on the top of your list. Is that just for its beauty? Not really. This land-locked, mountainous…
Where To Ski in the Swiss Alps
Winter in Europe is yet again upon us, and if the thought of the chilly weather and snowfall makes your heart melt, then you’re likely to be preparing your skiing or snowboarding gear and planning your winter holidays. While Switzerland is not for bargain hunters, the Swiss Alps are undoubtedly…
How to Drive a Lap of Australia
Ever wanted to grab a caravan, motorhome or a 4×4, a surfboard and a guitar and set off on a road trip around Australia? If yes, then you’re in luck. One of the world’s longest national highways takes you on a grand journey right around the continent. Along the way you’ll pass…
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Guinness World Records Broken by Motorcyclists
Motorcyclists are known for their commitment to being on the two-wheels whenever they want to feel comfortable. They become one body with their motorbikes while riding through a racetrack, an off-road track or a highway. This dedication serves for a divine aim and a sole powerful motivation that keeps them…
Mule Pack Saves Hikers in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Image credit: blueant808 Has it ever occurred to you that the animal you saw in a zoo can be a hero actually? We are not talking about teenage mutant ninja turtles. Last week a pack of mules and a horse rescued a hiker couple in the UNESCO World Heritage Site Hawaii…
The Craziest Extreme Sports You Probably Don’t Know About
It should go without saying that extreme sports do exactly what they say on the tin: they’re extreme and they’re a type of sport. However, for those adrenaline junkies for whom the sheer risk factor is not enough, there are some nutty sporting events and activities out there that really…
Jason Lewis: Magellan of the Current Era
Image credit: The Expedition British adventurer Jason Lewis is the first extreme adventurer who circumnavigated the globe relying solely on human power. In other words, Lewis traveled around the world without using a vehicle with an engine and a watercraft with a sail. His achievement has been recognized by the…
Mount McKinley Will Be Renamed to Denali
It is time to review your bucket list of peaks to climb, since a decade old dispute about the name of North America’s highest mountain will be settled soon by the Obama administration and Mount McKinley will be renamed to Denali. Meaning “high,tall”, this was how 6168 m high Mount…
Swimmers Exhibit Courage at World Bog Snorkelling Championship
Image credit: Ivan Lian UK’s smallest town Llanwrtyd Wells hosted one of the weirdest sports competitions in the world for the 30th time on Sunday. Around 130 people jumped in the murky water in order to be the World Bog Snorkelling champion. The rules of the competition are quite strict. The…