Puebla: A Safe Place To Explore Mexican Culture
At the moment, many people are viewing Mexico as unsafe for travel. While there are cities you may not want to visit, there are also numerous places that are not only safe, but interesting and...
View ArticleExploring Colorado’s Small Town Art Scene
In Colorado‘s small town of Grand Junction, there are many worthwhile activities for backpackers. One free and interesting way to spend a day is to explore the area’s outdoor art scene, also known as...
View Article10 Colorful Cities From Around The World
When many people think of cities, they picture concrete, skyscrapers, road work and steel. The truth is, however, there are many cities around the world with a more vibrant and colorful atmosphere. In...
View ArticleMacau: China’s First And Last European Colony
image via AlexHe34 Macau, one of only two special administrative regions of the People’s Republic of China, features a unique blend of architecture, culture and heritage. Walking the streets, it will...
View Article10 Must-Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites In Australia
While Australia is culturally rich and history significant in general, one worthwhile way to explore the best the country has to offer is through its UNESCO World Heritage Sites. These sites are...
View ArticleGoing Back In Time On The Inca Trail In Peru
“…The highland road has to be seen to be believed, because the terrain is very rough and yet in Christiandom we have never seen such beautiful roads, and the whole length of the roads all the streams...
View ArticleFrom Surrealism To Cerealism: Photographer Uses Cereal To Create Quirky...
While most people think of cereal as something to eat for breakfast, one man sees its potential for landscape art. Photographer Ernie Button is passionate about using different cereals to create...
View ArticlePowder Porn: Artist Creates Unusual Masterpieces In The Snow
While many people use snow for skiing and sledding, Englishman Simon Beck has another use: art. Beck uses only his imagination and a pair of snowshoes to create giant works of snow art on ski slopes....
View ArticleProstitutes, Singing Bridges And Saucy Balls: Traveler’s Guide To Quirky...
Meatballs via the Meatball & Wine Bar For those traveling to Melbourne, Australia, the city’s ambient lanes and avenues filled with hip eateries, boutique shopping and beautiful parks is also home...
View ArticleIs This The World’s Most Bizarre Art Exhibit?
Image via Orange County Museum of Art Yes, what you’re looking at is an enormous dog peeing on the Orange County Museum of Art in Newport Beach, California. The 28-foot sculpture isn’t meant to be an...
View ArticleAura Readings, Head Shops And The Midnight Ramble: Quintessential Experiences...
Peace. Image via phre3a. “Woodstock came to symbolize our solidarity…the connection to one another felt by all of us…we showed the best of ourselves…the time was right…the spirit was right, and we were...
View ArticleTraveler’s Guide To Cape Coast, Ghana, Africa
While Accra may be the capital of Ghana, Africa, it is understood by travelers that Cape Coast is a destination favorite. The area is quite touristy, with myriad attractions, shops, and beaches. And...
View ArticleTaking In The Best View Of Paris At The Sacre Coeur
View from the Sacre Coeur via florianplag. When visiting Paris, most travelers think of a few specific landmarks: The Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, the Louvre, the Arc de Triomphe. While all these should...
View ArticleDining In A Life-Sized Daydream In Taipei, Taiwan
Fried squid complemented by hot red chilies For those looking to explore tasty Taiwanese culture, the quintessential food philosophy behind the local cuisine is Asian fusion, as the culinary culture...
View ArticleExploring The Dark Side Of Banos, Ecuador, Through Graffiti
Not only is Banos, Ecuador, home to pristine waterfalls, active volcanoes, adventure sports and delicious candy, it also has some impressive graffiti art. What’s interesting is that while the city...
View ArticleLet Your Freak Flag Fly In Bushwick, Brooklyn
Circus of Dreams performing at Bizarre. Photo courtesy of Bizarre. For those who want to enjoy New York City‘s arts scene beyond the mainstream offerings, head to Bushwick in Brooklyn. One of the...
View Article10 Ways Argentina Surprised Me
Candy. Photo courtesy of silvogs. Argentina has been one of my favorite countries to date that I’ve visited for many reasons: The juicy meats, the sultry tango, the passionate street art, the...
View Article10 Amazing Offbeat Things To Do In Germany
I’m a sucker for quirky things to do. No matter where I go in the world, I’m always looking for the shocking, the atypical and the lesser-known. For those wanting to go beyond the everyday experience...
View ArticleMy Travel Tattoos & What They Mean To Me [Mini Photo Essay]
Having a selfie tattoo photo shoot in my apartment I’ve always thought of my body as a canvas. Piercings, crazy hair colors and styles, statement piece clothing and tattoos have always helped me...
View ArticlePhoto Essay: A Glimpse Into Johannesburg’s Vibrant Street Art Culture
Johannesburg is haunted by stereotypes, one of which is that Cape Town is South Africa‘s creative hub while Johannesburg is all business. That truth is, Joburg has a vibrant arts and culture scene,...
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