The name 'Ecuador' is Spanish for 'Republic of the Equator'. It is used in reference to the fact that this South American country is almost dissected by half by the geographical Equator.
The country is neighbor to Colombia on the north, Peru on the east and south, and the Pacific Ocean to the west. The country's capital, Quito, was declared a...
You have never treated your lover like a queen/king that they deserve to be if you have never taken them to the lover's nests in Central America. These are places haunted by the Hollywood celebrities who discovered early on that the easiest way to happiness is taking holidays as regularly as possible.
Costa Rica in Central America is one of the...
Hot Spots. Hot springs.
When you hear those words, what comes to mind? Do you picture yourself dipping in a natural hot spring? Do you day dream drinking your favorite wine as you enjoy the pool of naturally heated water? Why don't you actualize this dream? Below are 10 world-class hot springs that you would be remiss to miss.
1. Ma'In Hot...
What would you give to relax on white sand beaches and listen to African drum beats in the background? Better still, how would you love to wake up early in the morning to the cacophony of sounds that make up the African wild? Below are destinations where you can have this and more.
1. Maasai Mara National Reserve
Here you will...
You are the type who does not want to spend your holidays where all of your friends go. You want to see far-off exotic places. Your Instagram wall and Facebook profile show your adventures in off-the-beaten-path destinations. Well, we have a list full of suggestions for you. The destinations are trailblazing. Visit them and have an adventure like no other!
1. Tanintharyi,...
Once upon a Thai time there was a town known as Ban Chiang. The town started thriving in the 5th millennium BC and came to be identified as an important human cultural, technological and social evolution center. Its ideals spread quickly to the rest of Asia and thus influenced the urbanization landscape in the continent. Scientists reckon that it is...
Phuket is an island off the South West coast of Thailand and one of the most popular tourist destinations in Asia. It boasts scenic beaches, a variety of flora and fauna and world beating sauna spas. Perhaps its most amazing attraction is the number of restaurants lined up along the beaches and river fronts that serve as exotic food as...
The 13th and 14th century France was characterized with phenomenal growth in architectural designs. King Philip II was particularly fond of grandiose in whatever he did. This led to the blossoming of the French architecture as we know it today.
800 years later, perhaps this is what has led Michel Guyot to think of restoring his Saint-Fargeau property using 13th century...
1. Alsek and Tatshenshini Rivers in Alaska and Canada
Located on the border between the Alaska State of the USA and Canada is these two grand rivers that takes you through glacier boulders and ice-capped landscape.
2. Apurímac River in Peru
This great river will take you through the Peruvian Canyons and scenic rainforest. You can expect a lot of Class III and...
San Juan is a captivating place. It has had many visitors who visited and decided to become its citizens. It is as addictive as it is beautiful. There are hundreds of interesting things to do and you will always be hard pressed for time. From hiking, surfing, sunbathing and fine dining to visiting the zoos, high energy clubs, museums, art...
