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…
Have you ever returned from vacation feeling like you need another vacation? You rushed through museums, queued for attractions, answered work messages, took hundreds of photos—and somehow came home more exhausted than when you left. You’re not alone. Around the world, travelers are quietly rejecting packed itineraries and overstimulating destinations…
Over the years, we have written about Iceland’s hidden places, volcanic landscapes, hot rivers, road trips, glaciers, geothermal wonders, local legends, hiking advice (check out the absolutely fantastic Skogar to Thorsmork hike), as well as beautiful, bohemian hostels around the country that almost match its scenery. Even after several visits…
There’s something special about desert towns. These locations give a breather from all else, whether it’s their dreamscape, dry environment, spiritual energy, or unique flora and fauna. Even better, they have modern amenities, yet you could leave it for some peacefulness. Four big American deserts, such as the Mojave, Great…
Around the world, communities have developed fascinating, ingenious, and sometimes downright bizarre ways of getting from one point to another. Some are rooted in centuries-old traditions, while others showcase remarkable innovation and creativity. From bamboo trains rattling across Cambodia’s countryside to jetpacks soaring above Dubai’s skyline, these unusual modes of…
