No vacation is really complete without a moment of true wonder and if these mountaintop attractions don't do that for you, nothing will. We strongly recommend you not look down while checking out these super-steep and downright terrifying attractions because all of them are perched on the top of deadly, if scenic, drops. Time to take out the hiking ... [Read more]
The skies darkened and the rain started. Soon, it was coming down so hard that it sounded like a jet engine roar on the roof. Then came some cracks of lightening, which sounded at increasing frequency until it felt almost continuous. Fortunately, while the 30-year storm raged outside, my wife Sylvia and I were comfortably relaxing in our spacious and ... [Read more]
Tokyo is more than just the capital of Japan. Known for its most punctual and developed railway system, since 1964, riding on Tokyo’s Shinkansen (high-speed trains) has been one of the reasons many visitors get to Tokyo, but Shinkansen is just the icing on the cake. Here are 10 reasons why you should visit Tokyo: 1. Food In an article in The Telegraph, ... [Read more]
Photo credit: Pixabay For millions of folks – young or young at heart, amusement parks’ thrilling roller coaster rides satisfy something in their souls. The adrenaline rush and the release of endorphins can improve mood and energy even on an exhausting day. It’s no wonder that amusement parks began in the 19th century as picnic grounds for working ... [Read more]
You’re sitting with little kids, a woman and a man in their one room hut, with guinea pigs scurrying around on the dirt floor. There is a clay stove in the corner, which doubles as a heater and rudimentary cooking appliance. In another corner is a wooden platform where mom, dad, the two kids and the guinea pigs sleep and eat. Your accommodation is a tent ... [Read more]
Virginia is a state that is overflowing with history and heritage. Its location in the north of the United States also gives it a nice climate. This state has a variety of sights to offer, which is why we’ve decided to bring all the travelers out there the top ten things to do in Virginia. These locations represent pristine options for you and your ... [Read more]