How to Spend One Day in Saint Petersburg, Russia Saint Petersburg is Russia’s second largest city after Moscow. Capital of the Romanovs, it boasts unique historical heritage. Home to some of the world’s most renowned cultural hotspots, like the Hermitage Museum and the Mariinsky Ballet, the city also offers lush green spaces, pleasant canal-side strolls, […]
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Chachapoyas, the capital of the Amazon Region of Peru, is one of the least visited places in a country that sees millions of tourists each year. However, this will soon change as travelers seeking to avoid the crowds in the south of the country are starting to venture into the lesser visited areas of Peru.
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Kingdom of the Warriors of the Clouds Machu Picchu is undoubtedly the main draw for most visitors to Peru. But when you have to jostle with a forest of smartphones, selfie sticks, and the occasional DSLR cameras just to take a decent photo of the famed Inca ruins, your experience might not be what you
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Quilotoa Lagoon is a volcanic crater lake that sits at 3500m above sea level. It is about 180km south of Quito, Ecuador. It offers a breathtaking view of the lagoon as well as the Andes mountain range surrounding it. The volcano erupted 800 years ago and the caldera has since become a crater lake with
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Inside the Kremlin Strong and towering walls, gold-domed cathedrals, huge palaces, and open spaces. Thus, the Kremlin sits in the center of Moscow. Much more than an iconic area, or the seat of federal power, or even a tourism site, the Kremlin is the heart and soul of all Russia. And it aspires to nothing
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A day of travel costs in Kuala Lumpur Thanks to the status of KL’s airport as a major regional hub, Malaysia’s capital city is likely to feature on many itineraries for Southeast Asia. Many travelers will stop at least in Kuala Lumpur before moving on to their next destination, while for others a short sojourn
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Spotlight On: A Day in Hanoi, Vietnam Hanoi, Vietnam’s capital, makes for a great day trip. The city is vibrant and culturally rich. It is successfully becoming an international destination and south-east Asian business and tourism hub, rivaling places like Bangkok and even Singapore. The people are friendly, the local Vietnamese food is yummy, and
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Molyvos Harbor of Lesvos, Greece When I arrive, Theofilos tells me Molyvos is a five-star town. It won’t take me long to see what he’s talking about. The old town here is capped with a Byzantine-era castle and the lower town has some nice harbor-front restaurants, sweeping views of the coast, and really friendly residents.
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Aiguille du Midi, France The Aiguille du Midi (12,605 feet – 3,842 meters) is a mountain near Mont Blanc in the French Alps, in the département of Haute-Savoie. In winter, it’s the starting point for the famed Vallée Blanche (“White Valley”), a 12.5-mile long off-piste ski run. It offers experienced skiers amazing views and a
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A Day of Travel Costs in Mexico City, Mexico Mexico City is one of the largest cities in the world. It has cosmopolitan charm and incredible history lurking around every corner. It’s a city that is perfect for both budget travelers and luxury seekers alike. You can spend your days eating street food and exploring the
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