A large number of villages located at high-altitudes provide skiing between June and September. These villages are accessed by lifts and are great for skiing in the summer. It should be kept in mind that not all these places provide variety and the gradient may be insufficient. France The Tignes is a highly developed skiing area during the summer months in France. The drop is about 750 feet and you can ski ...

As China becomes the favorite study abroad and gap year destination for most of the students in the United States, the question arises as to which remains the most qualified destination that can help students get an overview of the modern China as well as expose them to the bygone Chinese culture. One immediate easy answer is Beijing City, which almost all students studying abroad in China visit. The follow ...

There’s nothing more romantic than hiring a car and heading to a quiet and relaxed destination with your loved one. In under two hours you can transport yourself from the hustle and bustle of cosmopolitan Sydney to a variety of  secluded and beautiful couple-friendly retreats. Here are our top 3. Blue Mountains Nothing says romance like dazzling mountain scenery. Whether you’re a couple who like exploring t ...

London is one of Europe’s biggest and most exciting cities, and with plenty of cultural spaces, there is so much for backpackers to explore. The only downside can often be the price tags that come alongside the activities, with London being one of the more expensive cities in Europe. However, there is hope for the backpacker on a budget! Here is a list of the best cheap (under £25) and often free (!) things ...

If you think you have been to all the major popular tourist destinations of India, then probably you are wrong. Have you heard about the newly emerging tourism in India? If no, then you have perhaps missed nothing. Now, you will be definitely itching your head to know about the new destination in India that is making quite a buzz all over the world. Wildlife tourism is certainly a new form of tourist destin ...

As the economy slowly improves, more and more people are taking to the roads and airways in order to travel while it is cheap and easy to do. But, there are some things that travelers need to take into account before embarking on their journeys. One of the most important things they need to take into account is how safe the countries they are going to actually are for tourists and foreigners. Most people as ...

[caption id="attachment_7853" align="aligncenter" width="604"] Courtesy of Philippe Noel[/caption] Backpackers love to get in touch with locals whenever their trip lasts a long time, prefer public means of transport and enjoy inns and youth hostels as compared to hotels. That makes the difference between traditional travelers and backpackers; with that, Japan is one place that backpackers would enjoy, from ...

Paradise means different things to different people. Some might imagine a lush tropic locale, dense with blooming flowers and sparkling lagoons. Or maybe they’ll think of a serene beach, with white sand next to blue water shaded by palm trees. In Siargao, a Philippine island just off the east coast of the main island chain, you can find both these beautiful examples and many more wonders of the natural worl ...

Ladakh, the lost kingdom, has a charm to it that gets you smitten the moment you set foot on this land. Quaint villages, colorful nomads, rugged terrains overlooking majestic peaks of the Himalayas, green valleys and so much more- Ladakh is truly a destination of varied experiences. Talking of experiences, trekking in Ladakh is something you shouldn’t miss. Walking for miles amidst scenic locations and abso ...

France houses a number of museums. Infact, these museums add to the historic and artistic wealth of France. The art museums are home to famous art pieces right from the Middle Ages to the pieces of today. Most of them are located in the beautiful capital city, Paris. A trip to France always promises three things, the beautiful sights, the finest restaurants and the world-class art museums. The whole country ...