The Arctic SnowHotel is located in the Arctic Circle, near Rovaniemi, in Lapland, Finland. Once you get there, an incredible white world reveals in front of your eyes, digging through all senses, opening a new perception about space. Often referred to as being an “exotic” destination (only if we turn…
When it comes to picking out cheap London hotels, my bohemian spirits coupled with a certain appreciation for tasteful modern design approaches usually lead the way. In a simple search for uncommon London hotels, I ran into these three, which appeal to the eccentric traveler, as well as to…
For anyone in love with tradition in its purest, organic form, Capadoccia, Turkey is a place likely to leave a mark. Seeing some representative photos of the region made us want to research more about this place, which seems sprung out from a lost and beautiful world. Yunak Hotel is…
The idea of a prison-themed hotel is not new, but the Alcatraz Hotel has a name that stands out. Located in the heart of Kaiserslautern, Germany, this 56 room hotel features 100 year old sandstone walls and an overall interesting architecture. And to intuitively answer your question, yes, this place…
We are huge fans of traditional architecture, so the fact that studio WAM Architecten decided to design a hotel that looks like a stack of beautiful traditional homes won us over. Inntel hotell is located in Zaandam, the Netherlands and consists of overlapping green wooden facades that are well integrated…
The ICEHOTEL, located in the village of Jukkasjärvi, about 17 km from Kiruna, Sweden, rebirths each year from December to April. It’s majestic story began in 1990, when French artist Jannot Derid held an ice sculpture exhibition in an igloo within the area. One night, when there were no rooms available in…
Imagine strolling through a sunlit Lisbon alley, walls alive with intricate blue-and-white patterns telling stories of voyages and saints. These are Portugal’s beloved azulejos – the glazed ceramic tiles that adorn everything from grand cathedrals to humble tavern walls. In this travelogue, we delve into the history of azulejos (including…
You’ve probably seen stunning photos of Fiji—barely there shorelines and water so clear you can see your toes. But what keeps people coming back isn’t just the scenery. It’s the feeling you get the moment you step off the boat or plane. You sense something different in the air—something peaceful…
Camping holidays are becoming increasingly popular. They represent something a little different to the conventional beach vacation or city break, giving people a chance to connect with nature on a personal level and enjoy a more rudimentary lifestyle, if only for a few days. People usually think of camping holidays…
Dear Traveler, Should you frequently find your heart longing for the Sea, for its wild beauty, its mystery, and unbounded spirit, you may be searching for unique sites close by her enrapturing shores, to spend even a few days of peaceful adventure. Thus, you could stay with me for a…
