10 Best Places to Live for Escaping World Conflict Where would you be the safest if World War 3 broke out tomorrow? Perhaps it’s a grim subject, but safety and distance from world conflict can be a motivating factor in your choice to expatriate. At the very least, conflict around the world can weigh heavy on the soul, and it’s nice to know there are some places still left in the world where you might be left in peace. Thus, we’ve assembled a list of the 10 best places to live if you want to escape world conflict. 10. Switzerland Switzerland’s long history of neutrality and its tucked away location among the valleys of the Alps still make it a safe bet, even despite having a high number of bordering nations. 9. Costa Rica has a stable democracy, a disbanded military and a national policy of neutrality. 8. There are regions of Papua New Guinea that are still being discovered for the first time. 7. 6. 5. 4. Isolated in the middle of Micronesia, Tuvalu is among the safest and most remote places in the world. 3. 2. 1. Comments
Crystal River - The most beautiful river on earth [Pics] Cano Cristales - Crystal River. River of five colors, as the locals call it, originates in the south of the mountain chain Macarena, Colombia, and flows eastward to its confluence with the Guayabero river. In the Cano Cristales found five colors: yellow, blue, green, black and red. All of them are waste product of many algae and, depending on time of year, color saturation, or weakened or strengthened. Share on Tumblr
Places To Visit, Trip Planner, Travel & Vacation Ideas | Wanderfly Ljubljana, the unknown capital of Slovenia Slovenia gained independence in 1991, but its capital, Ljubljana, remains a mystery to most. In some ways, the city is reminiscent of Amsterdam – the peace and quiet, the canals, the cyclists – but it's also like a miniature Prague, with elegant buildings lining the banks of the River Ljubljanica, and examples of Central European modernism sitting comfortably alongside classical architecture. You might compare Ljubljana to the cultured Austrian cities of Graz and Salzburg, or perhaps its youthful atmosphere will remind you of one of the many European university cities. The truth is that this boutique capital city is a small gem where life runs a peaceful course among fine monuments – note the castle and the medieval churches – elegant bridges linking the two river banks, sheltered squares and small streets that are home to pleasant cafes, bars and neat shops. Use the left and right arrow keys to view the images Concert in Preseren Square / © www.slovenia.info photo: Dunja Wedam
France is not just Paris This beautiful country - justpaste.it Created: 06/01/2010 Visits: 563160 Online: 1 The Universal Packing List Piran, a medieval jewel on the Adriatic coast The medieval castle of Predjama The bell tower of St George's church, Piran The caves of Skocjan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site Just 125 kilometres from Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia, the charming coastal town of Piran is one of the best preserved medieval sites in Europe. It maintains its seafaring spirit and a rich cultural heritage. A little way along the coast, the neighbouring town of Portoroz is the country's most important tourist marina and port. Piran lies across the Adriatic Sea from Venice in the far north of the Balkan Peninsula. A point where the borders of great empires met, Piran itself can be considered an artistic monument. The bell tower of the church of St. Seven city gates still stand today, enclosing Piran's greatest treasure: a picturesque area of narrow streets crowded with monuments and architectural gems, including the Venetian House, the Courthouse, the Town Hall and the Maritime Museum. Further information: Slovenian Tourist Board Portoroz Travel Association
Overcapacity Means You Can Nab a Cruise at up to 80% Off Last Updated: 4/06/2014 21:24 PST A luxury cruise is one of life’s pure joys. Today’s modern cruise liners are engineering marvels; floating 5-star hotels that offer the best service, accommodation, cuisine, and activities. They visit exotic locales, with non-stop relaxation or stimulation, depending on your pleasure. Over the past few years, cruise companies have spared no expense and literally invested billions in jaw-dropping super ships. But, the best news is that due to the slowdown in travel caused by the recession and significant overcapacity in the industry, savvy travelers can now book once-in-a-lifetime cruises at insanely low prices. How does 80 percent off the brochure price sound? Founded more than 25 years ago, Vacations To Go realized that taking a cruise vacation was a new experience for many. Vacations To Go is now home to an extensive selection of top-brand cruise vacations, and in-depth information about every cruise line and cruise ship. But, what about the discounts?
Sewing Tutorial | Triangle Coin Purse With Zipper | Free Pattern... After being inspired by the wrapped glutinous rice dumpling (粽子, Zòngzi) of a Chinese traditional festival, DuanWu Festival (端午節), I sewed some triangle coin purses recently. In fact, today is the actual date of DuanWu Festival which falls on every 5th day of 5th month of the Lunar calendar. If you are new to this rice dumpling, scroll down to see the one my mom made… yummy delicious….. may be I should start a food blog for my mom with all her delicious cookings & recipes that I am lucky to eat & grew-up with. [To read more about DuanWu Festival, click here. For the detail of how to sew a triangle coin purse with zipper closure, read more after this jump: This 3-D triangle purse is actually in the form of tetrahedron shape with 3 triangles on the sides and 1 triangle on the base, other name of tetrahedron is “triangular pyramid”. Materials: 1. Cut fabrics & batting according to the dimension above. Draw a diagonal line on the center of the fabrics with ruler and erasable fabric marker.
Kotor, the best kept secret in Montenegro After a major earthquake hit the Montenegrin coast in 1979, causing great damage to the Old Town of Kotor, the city was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, which helped the ensure the reconstruction of this beautiful historical port. The Yugoslav wars of the Nineties caused havoc in the tourist industry along the Adriatic coast, and the ancient gems of Dalmatia such as Dubrovnik, Split and Kotor practically disappeared from the tourist map. Now, though, they are coming into their own again with all the glory of their rich cultural legacy and their stunning natural setting. A small and accessible town, Kotor is an absolute delight to explore. Set on the Bay of Kotor, a submerged river canyon that winds some thirty kilometres inland from the Adriatic Sea, and with tall mountains rising at its back, the city appears to boast the protection of nature. Getting there: Montenegro has two international airports at Podgorica and Tivat. Further information: Montenegro Tourism
Fairytale Destinations Is it a dream or is it for real? These places will make you wonder whether you step into the land of magic and fantasy or still firmly stand on the ground. With unearthly nature, unreal landscapes or fairy tale architecture, these destinations will take you far away from your humdrum reality. Picturesque Colmar in France, considered the most beautiful city in Europe, looks like it came straight out of a fairy tale. This tiny town in Alsace is famous not only for its magically colourful old town. Colmar, situated along the Alsatian Wine Route, is called the "Capital of Alsatian Wine" - it boasts a sunny microclimate and is the second driest city in France, making it ideal for wine growing. As if being the wine capital was not enough, Colmar, with its pretty squares, fountains and canals, is also called the "little Venice" (la Petite Venise). The Lord of the Rings' scenery of Faroe Islands truly makes you believe the archipelago is inhabited by hobbits and elves. Saksun, Faroe Islands.
Istria: Croatia in shades of blue and green The beautiful town of Rovinj The peninsula boasts a rich monumental and cultural heritage The largest of the Adriatic peninsulas seems to comprise two different worlds. One is the blue Istria with over 500 kilometres of coastline where pleasant rocky beaches are lapped by clear water; here you'll find little ports and picturesque towns like Rovinj, where the fishing tradition has its roots firmly in the past, as well as modern marinas where fashionable yachts lie at anchor. Farther inland lies the other Istria, where medieval towns sit on green hillsides in a landscape of cypresses, vineyards and olive groves reminiscent of the patchwork beauty of Tuscany. Almost on the frontier with northern Italy, the peninsula boasts a wealth of first-class monuments that tell the tale of the numerous peoples who have made their homes here down through countless centuries. Where to eat: Both the hotels San Rocco and Valsabbion also boast first-rate restaurants.