Deserts are some of the most fascinating landscapes we can find on earth. They come in countless shapes and colours. But they are not only beautiful, but also dangerous. Again and again careless travelers die a cruel death, that could easily be prevented by following some basic rules. Our little survival guide for the desert […]
Photo by: Maarten Takens For most of us who live in moderate climates, the moment it dips below zero degrees Celsius we tend to label the weather as “Siberian”. However, when your average winter in Siberia can drop down to temperatures of -40 to 50°C, that’s the equivalent of comparing a Canadian winter with a Spanish summer […]
Image Credit: European Parliament Schengen Agreement is a vital part of the European Union due to its dedication to remove the borders and highlighting the human right of free travel. Removing borders was a utopian idea since there was a strict iron curtain in the middle of Europe until the dissolution of the Soviet Union […]
Image credit: Eric Pheterson Diving is taking a step into the mysterious world of unknown. It is, indeed, one of the most thrilling activities in the world. It is an unprecedented experience towards a world which is absolutely different from ours: it is trespassing. Nonetheless, feeling of exploration renders this water sport much more exciting than […]
Central and Eastern Europe as well as parts of the Balkans are boiling under a continuous heatwave. A/Cs break due to overload, fans run on their maximum and probably the worst thing: there is a serious supply shortage of Callipo and other water ice brands. It’s not only summer. It is one of the hottest […]
Picture: tontantravel.com It must be an amazing experience to sit on top of this 2,7 m high giant, look down on the world and move slowly through the jungle. That’s how the old explorers did it, that’s what great travel tales are made of, right? No, unfortunately not. This is what a tale of animal […]
Photo credit: Göran Höglund (Kartläsarn) Earth’s highest mountain, Mount Everest is an ultimate location for climbers due to the fact that it rises towards the air for 8,848 meters (29,029 ft). Climbing this mount brings prestige as a reward owing to the fact that not many people can dare to climb up to its summit. Nevertheless, […]
Traveling is the best teacher you can hire according to your budget. You can widen your perspective while discovering different cultures and lands. Moreover, the people you get to know during your trips can be your life-long fellows. Nevertheless, this description does not totally fit into the perspective of an adventure traveler who seeks to […]
Syrian Civil War affects not only the citizens of Syria; but also the precious artifacts which stand as the witnesses of Mesopotamia’s rich history. Syrian demonstrators who had opposing views, jumped onto the bandwagon of Arab Spring in 2011. Although the demonstrations, which started as an outcome of the anti-regime protests in several other Arab states, seemed […]
Hasankeyf Prepares to Become a Modern Atlantis Today, the construction of Ilisu Dam threatens the existence of the beautiful town of Hasankeyf, located in Batman Province of Turkey, in the Southeastern part of the country. According to the General Directorate of State Hydraulic Works of Turkey, the dam will be completed by the 23rd of December, 2015. […]
In adventure travel news, n innovative new natural desert reserve spanning 10 percent of the total area of Dubai has been launched in the UAE. The Marmoon Desert Reserve Project is set to be the site of several ecotourism projects and conservation efforts contributing to the protection and nurturing of the environment,…
In adventure travel news, n innovative new natural desert reserve spanning 10 percent of the total area of Dubai has been launched in the UAE. The Marmoon Desert Reserve Project is…
