Santorini, Greece – Heaven on Earth
A volcanic island named Santorini sits between two Greek islands, los and Anafi. It is a popular spot for those visiting the area due to its breathtaking views and natural beaches which appear in a variety of colors including red, black and white due to the different types of volcanic soil. You may have actually [...]
Five Myths about Thailand
Tourists leave for Thailand assuming it to be a sexy, cheap and exotic travel experience, but there is more to Thailand than meets the eye. To dispel common myths about Thailand, Booked.net lists the top five misconceptions. 1. Contaminated ice Many tourists to Thailand live in fear of contaminated ice. While many locals refuse to [...]
Top tips on avoiding mosquito bites
There are some people that mosquitoes seem attracted to and others that get away bite free. Whilst comparing bite marks appeals to some, for most people this resulting itch is an unpleasant part of travelling abroad. Add the malaria factor and the fact that some mozzies are resistant to antimalarial medicines, the importance of avoiding [...]
Wake Island: A Truly Deserted Isle
Unless you have studied World War II exclusively, it’s likely have never heard of Wake Island. It’s located about two thirds between Honolulu, Hawaii and Guam and doesn’t have any residents who stay there permanently. The small island is most commonly frequented by members of the U.S. military in addition to civilian contract workers. The [...]
New York City – America’s Metropolis (German and English Translations)
Translation made possible by Jana Jerke and Johannes Horstmann German: Mit 8,2 Millionen Einwohnern ist New York City die meistbevölkerte Stadt in Amerika. New York City besteht aus 5 Stadtteilen: Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, die Bronx und Staten Island. Manhattan ist das Herz New York City’s wo es viele Sehenswürdigkeiten gibt und man viele interessante Menschen treffen kann. [...]
Combining Your Australia and New Zealand Trip
When travelling a long distance to a country, it is usually wise to see as much of it as possible whilst you are there because it is conceivable that you may never return. When visiting Australia or New Zealand this is especially true. Visiting from the United States means that you are necessarily taking a [...]
Tips For Finding A Cigar Shop At 7 Popular Beach Destinations
What’s better than a beach vacation? A beach vacation in close proximity to a brick and mortar (B&M) cigar shop, of course! While the convenience and pricing of your favorite online cigar retailer may initially trump your need for finding a cigar shop at the beach, consider a few important things. For cigars to perform [...]
New York City – America’s Metropolis
New York City is the most populated city throughout the entire United States. This city has a population of around 8.2 million people and is full of events, sights to see, and crazy people to meet! There are 5 counties that make up New York City which are Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten [...]
Plitvice National Park in Croatia
Plitvice National Park is located in Croatia and is referred to by much of the public as one of the most beautiful sights in Europe. This park consists of 16 interlinked lakes as well as surrounding forests and was turned into a National Park in 1949. While exploring this amazing park, you may run into [...]
The Grand Canyon – An All-American Destination
The Grand Canyon is located in Arizona and is one of the biggest tourist attractions throughout the United States. The Grand Canyon is divided into the North Rim and the South Rim. The South Rim contains the Grand Canyon Village, Desert View, and Hermits Rest. The North Rim consists more of natural vegetation and is [...]
Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming, Idaho, and Montana
Yellowstone National Park is one of the most interesting parks to explore in the United States. Yellowstone was the world’s first national park to be created. It was set aside as a park in order to protect and preserve the natural geysers, hot springs, and wildlife living throughout the area. The biggest geyser in the [...]