Ten Bizarre Restaurants to Eat in Before you Die | AnyTrip Blog Whether it’s sipping lattes in a treehouse or devouring seafood at the bottom of the ocean, dining at these bizarre restaurants deserves a spot on your “Things to do before I die” list. If you’ve got a penchant for eating in eye-popping circumstances, keep an eye out for these restos on your travels… 1. Ithaa Restaurant, Indian Ocean No, it’s not a typo, the Ithaa (translation: pearl) is totally underwater and can comfortably seat 14 diners in a transparent acrylic bubble that allows you to have a 270° panoramic view of the ocean life all around you. Offshore from Rangalifinolhu island in the Maldives, this expensive and exclusive dining experience is located by a tunnel from the shoreline Conrad Maldives that leads you down five metres below sea level. 2. Even some of the Modern Toilet ‘s tables are glass-topped bathtubs and the dishes are served in tureens that resemble mini-toilet bowls. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Interested in more food travel? Words: Lela Lake
7 WONDERS: SIMON JENKINS Once editor of the Times, now a columnist on the Guardian, Sir Simon Jenkins is also an expert on architecture and heritage. As he takes over as chairman of the National Trust, he tells Rebecca Willis about the wonders of his world From INTELLIGENT LIFE Magazine, Winter 2008 I first saw it at dawn, which is when you’re meant to see it, and I remember thinking “this is the most beautiful thing I have ever seen.” It was partly the perfection of the proportion; the materials and the light, even the slight smog, make it beautiful. JOURNEY THE WYE VALLEY This is the defining place of the Romantic Movement. BEACH MUIZENBERG, SOUTH AFRICA This (top) is one of the world’s great beaches. Tre’r Ceiri is the most remarkable Iron Age fort in Britain, and I always argue that the view from the top is as good as the view from Machu Picchu. CITY VENICE Anyone who goes to Venice is aware that it is a city unlike any other city, because it still exists without modern forms of transportation.
10 Cool & Unusual Hostels Around the World Editor's note: This article comes to us courtesy of Victoria Philpott - a travel writer for HostelBookers, the budget accommodation specialist. She lives and works in London. If a bunk bed, locker and four walls in a normal building just don’t cut it for you as enough of a travel experience, check out the top 10 coolest and strangest hostels. In the world of competitive novelty accommodation childhood caveman, tree house and train driver fantasies can become realities, and if you’re lucky, you might even get to see a ghost. #1: Jumbo Stay, Stockholm, Sweden Jumbo Stay Hostel, Stockholm, Sweden For anyone who isn’t fed up with trying to get some sleep on an aeroplane, book a few nights on this stationary jumbo-jet-cum-youth-hostel, Stockholm. #2: Anak Ranch of Mongolia, Mongolia Anak Ranch of Mongolia, Mongolia The Anak Ranch of Mongolia is definitely one for those after somewhere ”˜strange’. #3: Traveller’s Cave Pension, Cappadocia, Turkey Traveller's Cave Pension, Turkey
Backpack Europe on Budget--Backpacking and travel info for budget travelers. Meteora, Greece After five weeks in Greece (called Ellada or Ελλάδα in Greek), we most enjoyed wandering romantic Santorini Island and trekking the rugged northern mountains of Zagori. We hiked a total of 170 miles (280 km) with day packs and stayed overnight in pleasant pensions and north Pindus mountain refuges. Robinson Expeditions conveniently moved our luggage each day to the next pension. Carol and I joined a group of friends touring Greece (via Amsterdam, Netherlands) from April 26 to May 30, 2001. Before visiting Greece, read about crucial Greek history, culture, and language in books recommended at the bottom of this article. Good preparation will help your mind cut through the clutter of modern Western trappings and services which surround most tourist destinations. Add any of the above images to your Cart for purchase using my Portfolio site. Highlights of five weeks in Greece Greek food Greek food has evolved in the Mediterranean region for 4000 years. Athens The Olympic Games Santorini island
The New Way to Find the Best Airfare Deals | MintLife Blog | Personal Finance News & Advice If you’re like most bargain airfare seekers, chances are your flight shopping goes something like this: 1. Go to Kayak.com or Orbitz.com. 2. 3. Please. These days, websites alert you when particularly great deals become available out of your local airport to your desired destinations — not to mention the ones that actually predict what airfares will look like in the near future so you can adjust your travel plans accordingly. Interested? In the video above, WalletPop.com editor at large Jason Cochran walks you through the details, with specific advice on which websites to visit in order to get the best travel deals. Instead of starting off your search at the sites we mentioned above, for example, Cochran’s advice is to sign up for the free email alerts from AirfareWatchdog.com and all airlines that fly out of your home airport: this way you’ll know when tickets go on sale and can even create your vacation’s itinerary around the most affordable airfare routes.
100 Things to do in Toronto - CouchSurfing Wiki The CouchSurfing Wiki, an informal workspace which anyone can edit. Originally discussed in CS Toronto group links by Amuised 1. Lie face down on the glass floor at the CN Tower 2. Sit upstairs at Union Station during rush hour 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. riverdale farm / cabbagetown especially when the festivals are on 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. 58. 59. 60. 61. 62. 63. (everything is made of pomegranate: juice, dried fruit, ice cream, marmelade...YUM!) 64. 65. 66. 67. 68. 69. 70. 71. 72. 73. 74. 75. 76. 78. 79. 80. 81. 82. 83. 84. 85. 86. 87. 88. 89. 90. 91. 92. 93. 94. check out the Fringe Fest 95. 96. 97. 98. 99. 100.
How to choose a travel backpack Choosing the right backpack for your trip is probably the single most important travel purchase that you will make before leaving home. Your backpack will be your companion, your house, and the most important piece of gear accompanying you around the world. There are many brands and styles out there, so apart from a few important considerations, the rest is up to your style of travel and preference. Style First, you will most definitely want an internal frame travel backpack. There will be no need to attach things to the external frame unless you are primarily camping and carry bulky items like a bedroll. Next, you will have to decide on the size. To get an idea of what you may be carrying, take a look at my backpacking packing list! Size 3,000-5,000 cubic inches (50-80 liters) – is the most popular size for extended budget travel trips such as gap years, but if you can get away with a smaller backpack – do it! Durability Fit Here’s how to fit a backpack properly: Side or top loading
25 Wonderful Places To Visit In Your Lifetime If you like this story feel free to share... Grand Canyon: One of the beautiful places of the world, Grand Canyon is the steep-sided gorge carved by the Colorado River in Arizona State of United States. The powerful sources that cause an impact on the Grand Canyon is erosion, first is by water and second is by wind. Nearly 5 million people visit the 1 mile deep Grand Canyon every year. Planning a vacation to the Grand Canyon national park provides a great relief for you and your family. The best time to visit Grand Canyon is during the summer, fall and mild spring, but most locals agree that winter is the great time to visit. Great Barrier Reef: This is the world’s largest coral reef ecosystem. The reef supports 10,000 species which consists of 1500 types of fishes and 200 kinds of birds. Florida: This state built its entire identity with tourism. The South Island: The South Island of New Zealand is characterized by grand open landscapes. The south island has ten national parks. Cape Town: