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Spanish Village is Blue (For Smurfs)
September 30, 2011 | Spain, Travel News | Read More
The tiny Spanish village of Juzcar has been painted white since before the Moorish invasion in 711 AD. The village may have survived the Moors, but it couldn’t withstand…The Smurfs. The recently released The Smurf movie chose Juzcar to be a kind of “promotional town”. Although...
Scariest Campsite Ever?
September 30, 2011 | Travel News | Read More
We thought that nothing could surpass the Blair Witch Project for the scary-camping factor. Yet now we’re thinking we’ll take trees whipping around in the dark and a shaky camera over camping on the side of a mountain any day.
The same can’t be said for adventure climber and photographer...
World’s Tallest Ferris Wheel to be Built in Vegas
September 30, 2011 | Business, Travel News | Read More
In a move that’s sure to surprise no one, Las Vegas is determined to build the world’s tallest Ferris wheel.
The original London Eye? Phffft. The 165m Singapore Flyer? Whatevs. The new 168m “Las Vegas High Roller,” which will have 28 cabins that hold 40 people each, is set to...
Postcard Perfect: Pulpit Rock, Norway
September 26, 2011 | Postcard Perfect | Read More
Though Norway may be better known for Vikings and salmon, Pulpit Rock is one of its most famous attractions. Located in western Norway, visitors must hike about two and a half miles, climbing about 1,982 feet along the way, to reach the gorgeous views afforded at the edge of this cliff.
When the winter...
Postcard Perfect: Temple of Heaven, Beijing, China
September 20, 2011 | Postcard Perfect | Read More
Built in the early 1400s, the Temple of Heaven is considered the most important Taoist building in China. It was commissioned by Yongle Emperor, the same emperor who oversaw the construction of the Forbidden City.
Ancient Chinese regarded their emperor as being the “Son of Heaven”, and so...
Magical Behind-the-Scenes Tour at Harry Potter Studio
September 20, 2011 | Travel News, UK | Read More
Excellent news for all Harry Potter obsessed fans, starting in Spring 2012 a behind the scenes tour will be available on the movie set. Time to book a flight (if you’re a muggle) or grab your broom and fly over to London to dive into the Harry Potter culture. October 13, 2011 is when tickets for...
Oil Rig Pods Become Uber Hip Hotels
September 19, 2011 | Travel News | Read More
This may be recycling at its best.
Denis Oudendijk, garbage architect, decided to take discarded oil rig escape pods and turn them into floating hotel rooms. The orange mini-floating submarines can be your way of connecting to the emergency situations around oil drilling of yesteryear.
For only $100...
Postcard Perfect: Christ the Redeemer, Rio de Janeiro
September 16, 2011 | Postcard Perfect | Read More
No matter what your religious persuasion, Christ the Redeemer is pretty impressive. The world’s 5th biggest statue and the largest Art Deco statue in the world, Christ the Redeemer has been standing guard over Rio de Janeiro since 1931.
At 130 feet tall, this religious monument would be impressive...
Emma Waters
September 16, 2011 | Local Experts | Read More
After starting college at Loyola University, Emma soon developed an affection for, and appreciation, of all that Chicago offers. She uses her photography and writing to create a narrative of the architectural and natural beauty of the city. After graduation Emma has adopted this sports-crazed, canine-friendly...
Postcard Perfect: Quepos, Puntarenas, Costa Rica
September 16, 2011 | Postcard Perfect | Read More
Puntarenas is the largest province in Costa Rica, covering a majority of the country’s western Pacific coast.
This photo was taken near the town of Quepos, located fewer than 100 miles (160km) from the capital San José. Quepos is a popular destination with many bars, restaurants and a spirited...
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