Chile - Santiago

Santiago is often quite a smoggy capital. And in a setting like this, it genuinely is really sad, as when the Chilean capital is having a bright day there are few more spectacular locations for a city in the entire world. Encircled by mighty snow-capped Andean peaks, on the rare days when the smog clears it feels like the city’s been magically lifted high into the stars. La Chascona  Informative in-depth tour to Pablo Neruda's life, a look that goes well beyond the walls of this mansion-like house that Neruda built for his mistress Matilde Urrutia. The place, built to resemble a boat as Neruda loved the sea but he also had a great...

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South Korea - Seoul

The city of Kimchi (fermented cabbage) and Soju (cheap, toxic potato liquor), Seoul is manically fast-paced, yet home to some of the most tranquil temples and palaces you’ll ever see. It’s modern, yet sprinkled with sites that date back thousands of years; conservative, yet home to an every-night-of-the-week party culture. Seodaemun Prison Was designed by a Japanese Architect and was constructed in 1908. The Japanese ran this prison to oppress Korean patriots who fought against the Japanese invasion for sovereign independence. Seodaemun Prison is the symbolic site of Korean independence movement and a symbol Japanese cruelty. More than 40.000...

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Turkey - Antalya

As the heart of the Turkish Riviera, Antalya has transformed from a bustling seaside town to a plush, resort ridden spot that is ideal as a Mediterranean break with a cultural twist. The region’s beaches are laden with turtles and scattered with sand so hot they are an effort to walk on. The clear water is ideal for snorkeling and day-trips out on old-school wooden cruise liners. Adrasan A small bay is 15 km away from olympos.. It is the most clean and beautiful beach in Antalya. There are about 20 pansion and hotels in this bay. Some of them is bungolows. No disco no club.. Only a beautiful sea.Sand Museum - Kum Müze In this museum (I would...

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Denmark - Copenhagen

Formerly something of an off-the-beaten-track capital, Copenhagen has spent the last few years clamoring its way up the European tourist spot ladder, and winning over many a travel critic on the way. A blend of ancient and modern architecture has stormed the city center, turning it into a classy  place to be, while locals are slowly losing their ‘stay in’ habits and taking to the enviable cafes and restaurants. UNESCO World Heritage The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations. Projects sponsored by UNESCO include, among others, international cooperation agreements...

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