Time to see the world!
Architect and designer Freddy Mamani is causing quite the stir in Bolivia and bringing a much needed splash of colour to the city of El Alto. The local architect has designed a number of ‘cholets’ (a mixture of the word chalet and chola – an indigenous woman) across Bolivia’s second largest city, with more being […]
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The Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur, India has been officially voted the ‘World’s Best Hotel’ by users of the travel website Tripadvisor. The incredible hotel/palace, which still houses the Jodhpur Royal Family in one of its private wings, features 64 luxury suites, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a spa and even marbled squash courts. One […]
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If you fancy a night out with a bit of difference then the Subsix Nightclub in the Maldives is the ideal location. The swanky restaurant, bar and nightclub is located 20 feet below the surface of the Indian Ocean and offers guests stunning views of the local marine life while they sip a cocktail or […]
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If you’re going to take a dip in the largest and highest infinity pool in the world, you’d probably expect a pretty impressive view, but nothing can quite prepare you for the panorama from the Marina Bay Sands pool in Singapore. The 150m luxury infinity pool sits at the top of the 55 storey Sands […]
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Observation decks have become a popular tourist attraction in recent times, with more and more being installed in some of the tallest buildings in the world. While nearly all observation decks offer a stunning view as standard, the CN Tower deck in Toronto offers a slightly more unique (and incredibly frightening) experience than most. In […]
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If you have a fear of heights you might want to look away now, as below are some stunning images from the top of the tallest building in the world. The Burj Khalifa in Dubai, UAE stands at an incredible 829.8m (2,722ft) tall and dwarfs pretty much every single other human-made structure in the world. […]
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When it comes to modern architecture, China may not be the first place you think of but in recent times the country has seen a growing trend of unusual buildings popping up in its bustling cities. It may be more famous for it’s ancient and historical structures but China is also gaining a reputation for […]
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While most sculptures are found in busy city centres or thriving tourist spots, Mano de Desierto is located in the middle of the Atacama Desert in Chile. The sculpture was built by an artist named Mario Irarrazabel in 1992.The Hand of the Desert pays tribute to the victims of injustice, loneliness, sorrow and torture. The sculpture emphasises “human […]
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If you’re looking for a hotel with a bit of a difference for your next city break then the Propeller Island City Lodge in Berlin should definitely offer a unique experience. This bizarre hotel describes itself as ‘not another trendy designer hotel, but more like a private planet which has evolved in unique synchronicity with […]
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Jumping into the hotel pool when you first arrive at a resort is one of the best moments of any holiday. It gives you a chance to let your hair down and it’s a sign that your holiday has finally begun and you can fully relax. If you thought your standard hotel pool was pretty […]
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