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When you think of magical locations, what comes to mind? Breath-taking castles, quaint, colourful villages, majestic mountains, all set in a landscape that seems like something out of this world? Well, there are spots on this planet that look like they are plucked right out of the pages of a children’s book. If you want to find out 8 magical locations to visit around the world then read on: Zhangjiajie, China Source: Unsplash.com Zhangjiajie is one of the most extraordinary landscapes on the planet. Pinnacles of sandstone rock stretch for miles. Zhangjiajie National Forest Park served as the inspiration for the landscape in the movie Avatar. It really does look like it is out of this world. Santorini, Greece Source: Unsplash.com Santorini is a windswept, volcanic island in the Cyclades . Magical sunsets in Oia, photogenic blue dome churches, and a myriad of colourful beaches make this island look like something right out of a fairytale. Hobbiton ...

Travelling around Europe can be fairly expensive . Airline tickets, high-speed trains, overnight trains, ferries — they can all eat into all of the travellers limited travel budget. A few recent trends that have helped travellers get around Europe cheaper: weaker currency exchange rates, the rise of the sharing economy, new bus options, and lots of new budget airlines. There are now tons of cheap ways to get around Europe because of all these changes. This article will look at how to travel across Europe on a budget, just to make sure that all travellers are informed on what they can do to stay within the set budget: Megabus Source: Google.co.in Megabus is a cheap way to get around the United Kingdom (England, Scotland, Wales) as well as to Paris, Brussels, and Amsterdam. Tickets can cost as little as 1 GBP if you book at least a month in advance on popular routes. However, even if you don’t scoop up these amazingly cheap deals, you can still travel for a m...

The best treks in the world are no walks in the park. But they’re sure to challenge you physically and mentally, while amplifying your view of a country. Without further ado, here are the 6 best treks around the world to take in 2020. Inca Trail, Peru Source: Unsplash.com The 33km (20 mile) ancient trail to the hilltop citadel of Machu Picchu was laid by the Incas and brought to mainstream attention by Hiram Bingham when he ‘discovered’ it in 1911. In the centuries since, millions of hikers have flocked to catch a glimpse of the (not so) ‘lost city’, and as a consequence daily hikers on the trail were restricted to just 200 in 2018. The result is a more tranquil experience for those fortunate enough to get permits, and increased protection for the archaeological site, which was suffering under the strain of its popularity (and hikers should still take extra care to  make sustainable choices when visiting ) . Pays Dogon, Mali Source: Unsplash.com ...

There are all kinds of travelers. Those who seek adventure, others who love sightseeing. And then there are the foodies! Foodie travelers, incited from their taste buds, choose to explore the culture of each country through their traditional flavors. This time, our palate will travel all the way into the secrets of Argentinian cuisine. Inspired by European cuisine, with Spanish, Italian and French influences, Argentinian food has a distinctive Mediterranean flavor. Particularly known as a meat and especially beef country, Argentina serves a variety of carnivore recipes. Succulent meats, hearty stews, spicy sausages, drool-worthy desserts, and a blooming street food scene, are just a sample of what you should expect. Here are 6 delicious traditional foods to try in Argentina: Locro Traditionally served to commemorate Argentina’s May Revolution on May 25 but also as a cure for the cold winters, locro is considered a national dish. It’s about a thick, hearty soup made from...

With its urban elegance and provincial charm, Bordeaux is an appealing tourist destination in a beautiful region of Southwest France. Bordeaux is called the “ Port of the Moon ” because of its romantic location on a crescent-shaped bend of the Garonne River. In this splendid setting that allowed trade to flourish, the city has a rich cultural heritage dating back to antiquity. UNESCO declared Bordeaux a World Heritage Site in 1998 thanks to the city’s wealth of architectural treasures . More than 350 buildings are classified as historical monuments. Here is a list of 6 beautiful places to visit in Bordeaux: Cathédrale Saint-André A place of historical importance in the heart of Bordeaux, the Cathedral of Saint Andrew dates back to the 12th century. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site , this cathedral was part of the Route of Saint James pilgrimage trail. Pilgrims traveled through Bordeaux from the Médoc, Tours, and the British Isles on their way to Santiago de Com...

Capital of the province by the same name, the seldom explored Argentine city of Santa Fe surprises travellers with its eclectic array of impressive attractions. From intriguing downtown museums to stunning colonial buildings and pristine natural waterways, here is a list of 6 fascinating places to visit in Santa Fe: Santa Fe La Vieja Archaeological Park Source: Google.co.in History buffs will enjoy this important archeological site which was home to the original city of Santa Fe until it relocated some 50 kilometers (30 miles) south in the 1660s. Original constructions such as churches, plazas, city hall, and a myriad of grandiose residences are on display to give visitors an insight into how folks lived during the early days of Spanish colonization. Rosa Galisteo de Rodriguez Museum Source: Google.co.in Art enthusiasts should pay a visit to the Rosa Galisteo de Rodriguez Museum , a fine arts museum endearingly named after the mother of its founder back in 1...

Although part of Spain, the Canary Islands are much closer to Africa than they are to Europe. Fuerteventura is only 160 kilometers from the northwest coast of Morocco, close enough for its beaches to be made of blowing Sahara sand. Spanish is the local language, but tourists may be surprised to find a distinctly Canarian character and culture that is quite different from mainland Spain. In other words, don’t expect bullfights or flamenco. Expect to find plenty of other tourists, especially on the islands of Tenerife and Gran  Canaria, most of whom have come for the fabled beaches. There’s no wrong season to visit the islands, as their placement where the tropical climatic zone joins the sub-tropical zone gives them an almost ideal climate of perpetual springtime, with average temperatures varying only 14 degrees throughout the year. Here is a list of 8 breath-taking places to visit in the Canary Islands: Teide National Park, Tenerife Source: Google.co.in The third...