There were two recurring themes that surprised us while researching cave dwelling cultures from around the world: 1. Mongols. 2. George Lucas. Read on to see where we're going with this. 1. Cappadocia, Turkey Image: Curious Expeditions/Flickr Image: sputnik 57/Flickr The Cappadocia region of central Turkey has some of the strangest, most incredible ... [Read more]
There are hundreds of enchanting ancient temples across Asia. Each of these temples has its unique design, colors, and shape. All are rich in history, important to the communities and the majority are open to the public. If you’re wondering which temples to visit, I’ll show you seven mind-blowing ancient temples. Remember to follow the temple ... [Read more]
Ditch the tedious driving from place to place. Pick a base and explore on foot, bike or use public buses and trains in one of these European destinations for a city break. 1. Reykjavik With just over 200,000 people, Iceland's largest city is exceptionally tranquil compared to London or Paris. It's a magical city, close to the sea, geysers, glaciers, ... [Read more]
Ukraine, a former Soviet Union republic, is bordered by Russia to the east, Belarus to the north, Moldova and Romania to the southwest, Hungary, Slovakia, and Poland to the west, and the Black Sea and Sea of Azov to the south. This vast country boasts of the beautiful Carpathian mountain, steppe nature reserve, thousands of rivers, fertile farmlands, and ... [Read more]
A natural phenomenon even most hardcore travelers never get to see in action, volcanoes are among the world's most fascinating wonders. Whether it's a mountain that blows smoke rings or a majestic, snow-capped peak that's been dormant for decades, here are some volcanoes that overflow with beauty. 1. Piton de la Fournaise - Reunion Island Translating ... [Read more]
Until this point in our history, we have not found another planet teeming with life like our own. We continue to search, but it has become clear that what we have in planet Earth is something special, at least within the scope of our understanding. Our planet is naturally divided into continents and oceans, so the first question that comes to mind is ... [Read more]
