Showcasing cool places to visit, travel tips, stories, inspiration and wanderlust.
Typically it’s when you’re retired that you’ve the spare money available and the time to visit places you’ve always wanted to. I published a post titled 25 interesting places to visit a few years ago which includes many of the places…
Whether you’re a fan of flying or not, you can’t ignore the wide variety of social and entertainment options available to you whilst 30,000 feet in the air. Airlines are constantly trying to lower their flight prices, leading to the number of passengers flying…
There’s something very eerie but very cool about abandoned buildings and abandoned casinos are no exception. The empty game rooms of abandoned casinos offer a glimpse into gambling history. The high rollers have all cashed in their chips and the…
Many happy summer holidays were spent in Devon and Cornwall during my childhood and it’s great to see many of the beaches listed in Trip Advisor’s best beaches poll. From 25th to first position, here are the 25 best beaches…
Travelling has always been a big part of our lives. And if you want to make your USA trip pleasant, interesting and tasty it is all about having the right application in your smartphone. It is important to have the…
Travelling has always been a big part of our lives. And if you want to make your USA trip pleasant, interesting and tasty it is all about having the right application in your smartphone. It is important to have the…
If there’s one thing the UK does better than anywhere else in the world, it’s castles. The stunning ancient structures of Great Britain draw millions of visitors from all over the world each and every year – many of which…
Brits will undoubtedly experience more culture shock than they expected without brushing up on some rules and customs of American culture. Here are 10 helpful things UK visitors should keep in mind before crossing the Atlantic. 1. Apply For ESTA…
Those who travel and enjoy travelling will relate to this collection of travel quotes from people past and present throughout history and to accompany them some stunning pictures. Not all who wander are lost. ~ J. R. R. Tolkien ~…
The UK might not be the first place you think of when you think of scenic drives. But along with crumpets, the royal family and the NHS, one thing Britain is renowned for is its quaint villages and breathtaking countryside….
What better way to be inspired than a collection of travel quotes along with stunning travel pictures. These travel quotes were featured recently on our travel blog travelphant.com but we wanted to share them here too.
There’s nothing quire like kayaking in the sea or down a peaceful river. Kayaking allows you a freedom and flexibility on the water that other activities simply don’t, and for that reason, it’s one of the fastest-growing outdoor adventures in…
Summer may be over, but that doesn’t mean taking a holiday has to end! Autumn is the perfect time of year to take a weekend trip. Plan your trip a few days ahead, you will save time and save money…
There seems to be an app for every single thing you can think of these days, frankly, sometimes it’s a bit of overkill. It’s probably not strictly necessary to use an app to do everything from cooking to planning your…
As cool hotel rooms go, this underwater room has to be one of the coolest in the world. If you ever wanted to sleep 20ft below the waves of the Indian Ocean, surrounded by a vibrant coral reef and encased…
Showcasing awe inspiring pictures of the Northern lights (Aurora Borealis) captured by lucky photographers who thankfully for us were in the right place at the right time. We have also included some interesting facts about this amazing natural phenomenon. Enjoy……
Whistler Blackcomb is our favourite place to go snowboarding due to its sheer size as the biggest ski area in the world. In this really cool video using tilt-shift techniques the movie makers have made Whistler look tiny – a…
Showcasing 10 of the coolest and most decadent casinos from around the globe. Whether it’s poker, roulette, slot-machines or Black Jack, gambling is one of the most popular entertainment activities on the planet. Bellagio Casino, Las Vegas The Bellagio…
Ever since being spellbound by the Northern Lights from a flight back from Canada to London, I’ve been fascinated by the Aurora Borealis. The first thing I really wanted to know was why they are named Aurora Borealis? I found…
Yungas Road is the world’s most dangerous road and its not hard to see why! One estimate is that 200 to 300 travellers are sadly killed yearly along Yungas Road. The road is also known as as Grove’s Road, Coroico Road, Camino…
