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Wats, Waterfalls and World Heritage Sites in Laos

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Wats, Waterfalls and World Heritage Sites in Laos. Laos is an up and coming destination on the South East Asian tourist trail with many travellers attracted to this landlocked country due to its laidback lifestyle and stunning mountainous landscapes. From saffron-robed monks receiving alms to golden stupas, explore the best sites and attractions that Laos has to offer. Luang Prabang  The delightful city of Luang Prabang (once the capital of Laos) is considered to be the spiritual heart of the country. Blending a rich meld of French and Indochina architecture, the area is an outstanding example of the fusion between traditional architecture and Lao urban structures; especially those built by the European colonial authorities in the 19th and 20th centuries. The incredibly well preserved townscape illustrates a key combination of two distinct cultural traditions, and earned its reputation as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1995. Patuxai Victory Monument  Patuxai or Victory Monu

5 Charming Villages In Switzerland You Must Visit

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5 Charming Villages In Switzerland You Must Visit. From dazzling medieval castles to luxurious ski resorts, mountainside thermal baths and epic zip-lines, Switzerland is a country of many frivolous haunts and fancy pastimes. Its cities may be beautiful, but its villages are even more so. Leave the guidebook at home and skip over Zurich, Geneva and Basel on your next visit, and instead, explore one of these ten magical villages. Grindelwald Mount Eiger Also known as the glacier village, Grindelwald is a popular holiday spot for hikers and keen adventurers in the summer months and skiers in the winter. A popular hiking route up the north face of Eiger mountain starts from Grindelwald, and a beautiful glacial gorge, Gletscherschlucht, lies just outside the village. One of the best ways to appreciate the sheer beauty that makes up Grindelwald is to take a ride on the First Flyer. A seated zip-wire ride that allows four people to fly side by side, the First Flyer is just over 750m i

Travel Destinations in Winter : Japan Offers Such a Wide Range of Cold Climate Destinations

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Travel Destinations in Winter : Japan Offers Such a Wide Range of Cold Climate Destinations. Winter Travel Destinations, Our natural inclination might be to stay indoors during winter, but Japan offers such a wide range of cold climate destinations. Together with the family to spend time in the winter with an amazing snowboarding facilities. Here’s a selection of locations well worth the trek. Hakone, Kanagawa  Located southwest of Tokyo, Hakone is famous as a hot-spring heaven. Dozens of onsen are sprinkled throughout the area with a few standouts including the Sounzan Onsen located at the top of a mountain; Yumoto Onsen, the oldest and largest in the area; and the sulfurous water at Gora Onsen. Mount Appi Iwate  About an hour’s drive northwest of the prefectural capital of Morioka, Appi has seemingly got everything: spectacular views, abundant snow, efficient lifts, fabulous food, stunning designs, hundreds of rooms and friendly, English-speaking staff. All of these feat

5 Places Culinary Tour of Italy

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5 Places Culinary Tour of Italy. There are 20 regions in Italy, each with its own distinctive  and delicious  culinary traditions. Since the cooking styles are hyper-regional, you could stumble upon very different foodie experiences in towns that are a mere 3 miles apart. To some, trying to taste the most from a region in 5 meals a day may sound daunting. To us, it sounds like an adventurous challenge. Pull up a seat and embark on a culinary tour from Tuscany to Sicily. Piedmont  The appeal of most Italian cuisine is its effortlessness and simplicity. Not so in Piedmont, the northern region surrounded on 3 sides by the Alps and bordering both France and Switzerland. Here, there is often a deliberate attempt to make the richest, most decadent foods in Italy using such ingredients as local white truffles, gorgonzola, butter and world-renowned chocolates, as well as a liberal use of gnocchi and polenta. Piedmont is also the home of fonduta -- a cheese dip similar to fondue but enha

6 Best Tourist Attraction in Taipei, Taiwan

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6 Best Tourist Attraction in Taipei, Taiwan. Tourist attractions, shopping, and as a culinary destination. That is a reason people make Taiwan as the travel destination. Starting from its natural beauty, Taiwan offers the coastal valleys and vast green forest. If viewed from the history and culture, Taiwan has the most comprehensive collection of Chinese artifacts relic in its National Museum. Not only that, for the culinary matters, national parks, and shopping, Taiwan does not need your doubt. The appeal of most of Taiwan lies in the architecture of the building. Historic buildings and temples in Taiwan many combines elements of art from the Netherlands and China, so beautiful. Here are the best tourist attractions in Taipei Taiwan you must visit: Building Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Building Chiang Kai-shek Memorial is a landmark of Taipei are usually used to celebrate national events. In this white marble walled building, visitors can learn the history of Chiang Kai-shek, the

Tourism in Russia: 5 Best Tourist Attraction in Russia

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Tourism in Russia: 5 Best Tourist Attraction in Russia. The largest country in the world, Russia offers a broad array of travel experiences, from treks up the slopes of glacier-capped mountains to strolls along the shoreline of Earth’s oldest lake. Historical sites and cultural activities in the country’s great cities abound as well. Whether you’re exploring the grounds of Moscow’s Kremlin or wandering through the steppes of Mongolia, a visit to Russia is an adventure not soon forgotten. These top tourists attractions in Russia can inspire a great Russian itinerary for a memorable trip. Hermitage Museum Founded in 1764 by Catherine the Great, the Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg, Russia is a massive museum of art and culture showing the highlights of a collection of over 3 million items spanning the globe. The collections occupy a large complex of six historic buildings including the Winter Palace, a former residence of Russian emperors. St Sophia Cathedral, Novgorod  Lo

The 7 Beautiful Places to Visit in Uruguay Before You Die – Top places

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The 7 Beautiful Places to Visit in Uruguay Before You Die – Top places. Located on the southeast coast of South America, Uruguay is South America’s second smallest country (after Suriname) – but despite that, there are hundreds of places that could make the list of best places to visit in Uruguay before you die. A potted history would contain input from Spain and Portugal, as well as Argentina and Brazil, and consequently Uruguay has a complex but fascinating cultural and architectural history. As well as being a melting pot of cultures, it is also a natural beauty with plenty of beaches and forests to keep you in perpetual awe. Pocitos A district of the capital, Montevideo, the area is known for its fabulous beach Playa Pocitos and the boulevard, Rambla, which runs along its length. There are many excellent restaurants and boutiques along the Rambla, and the beach is nothing but golden sand and clear waters. Palacio Salvo While you’re in Montevideo, the Palacio Salvo is a bu

5 Best Places to Celebrate New Years in Canada

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5 Best Places to Celebrate New Years in Canada. It is one of the most awaited festivals all over the world, where people come from all nooks and crannies to indulge themselves in one epic partying spree. In fact, planning your New Years Eve can be downright stressful and overwhelming. From free outdoor music concerts to dazzling displays of fireworks to black tie galas, the choices are endless. And that’s not even the hard part. Deciding where to ring in the new year can be tough, do you stay in your hometown and attend a local party or make your way into a different city to see how they do it? If you want options, you got them. Here are our favorite places to ring in the New Year in Canada: Ottawa, Ontario It is the capital of Canada and one can expect that they go big when it comes to ringing in the new year, and boy oh boy do they ever. Head to Ottawa City Hall where the celebration is known as the TD Hogmanay Scottish New Years Party. Visitors here will have the chance to ska

Incredible Scenery For a Holiday in The Philippines and An Awesome Place to Have Fun With Family

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Incredible Scenery For a Holiday in The Philippines and An Awesome Place to Have Fun With Family.  If you are forecasting a getaway to the Philippines this holiday season, you must visit our suggested holiday stopovers that will give you a spellbinding experience. Philippines offers a wide variety of experiences that range from island hopping tours, to mountain valleys, to beaches and cultural sites. The Philippines hold the most number of UNESCO world heritage sites and provides a marvellous travelling escapade for you and your loved ones. Banana Island Coron Banana Island Coron – Clear deep waters and abundant marine life makes the Banana Islands, a true paradise on earth. Enjoy a ‘Robinson Crusoe’ moment as you wander across these shorelines that boast of white sand beaches. Travel by boat and experience the rustic ambiance that will give you a smack of leisure. An ideal spot for snorkeling and diving, the Banana Islands should be a must visit on your next expedition to the