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“Frozen Planet” Causes Boom in Arctic Tourism
January 17, 2012 | Active/Outdoors, Travel News | Read More
We can understand why so many British people are heading to on polar expeditions on cruise ships. Have you seen how cute those polar bears are?
Seems “polar cruises” have become a popular choice for Brits who enjoy the hit BBC show Frozen Planet. The show chronicles the extreme living conditions...
Postcard Perfect: Hormoz Island, Persian Gulf, Iran
January 17, 2012 | Postcard Perfect | Read More
For many people, the Persian Gulf is undeniably attached to memories of the first Iraq war. But the beauty of the area is often overlooked due to its history, which encompasses thousands of years and many incredible civilizations.
The photograph above was taken on Hormuz Island, which is one of the Iranian...
Hotel dedicated to Sourdough bread opening in Sweden
January 17, 2012 | Food Lovers, Travel News | Read More
If you are planning to visit Sweden in 2012 and are really into sourdough bread, you’re in luck.
No, not in terms of being able to buy the amazing fermented, slightly sour grainy goodness at your leisure. Rather, a “hotel” in Sweden is offering something even better: a “room”...
Postcard Perfect: Lavender Fields in South Africa
January 9, 2012 | Postcard Perfect | Read More
South Africa is known for many things, ranging from the bravery of former president Nelson Mandela to having some of the most exquisite beaches Africa. Yet it’s not necessarily known for fields of blooming lavender. But as the picture above shows, lavender production is alive and well in the country,...
Hertz Supercars Has Some Pretty Sweet Rental Options…If You Have The Cash
January 9, 2012 | Travel News | Read More
With the downturn in the economy, you may not be purchasing that Rolls Royce you had on your list for 2012. Luckily, you can still smell those expensive leather seats for a weekend or so…if you make it to the UK, that is.
Hertz rentals has created its “Supercars” series, which offers...
Postcard Perfect: Prague
January 4, 2012 | Postcard Perfect | Read More
Even when the cloudy skies hit and the rain begins to fall, Prague is overwhelmingly beautiful. The influence of the West over the last 15 years is undeniable, and at the same time, the Old World feeling of the city remains.
This probably has something to do with the cathedral-like buildings and the...
8 Over-the-Top Libraries
January 4, 2012 | Featured | Read More
In its most basic form, a library is any place a collection of books is stored. Sounds pretty mundane right? Lucky for us bookworms there are quite a few libraries out there that are anything but run-of-the-mill. Whether they’re ultra-modern or from the Middle Ages, these libraries are more than...
Most “Social” Airports List Released
January 3, 2012 | Travel News | Read More
Turns out Heathrow takes the gold when it comes to being the most social airport in the UK….according to Facebook, at least.
The Daily Mail recently noted that Facebook states, “more people have used their mobile to brag about being at Heathrow Airport than any other airport in the UK”.
Still,...
America’s Best Toilets are Found in Chicago
December 28, 2011 | Travel News | Read More
In a world full of crappy toilets (pardon the pun), one facility is changing the face of public restrooms forever.
Yes, Chicago’s Field Museum is literally winning awards for their epic potty place: they recently won the 10th annual “America’s Best Restroom” contest, run by a restroom-supply...
When Rockstars Fly Airplanes
December 26, 2011 | Travel News | Read More
What happens when you put Iron Maiden front-man Bruce Dickinson in the pilot’s seat? You arrive safely at your destination, that’s what.
If you didn’t know (we certainly didn’t!), Dickinson has actually been the pilot for the budget airline Iceland Express for some time now. But Iceland Express...
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