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Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu: A Scenic Getaway

Queenstown, in New Zealand, is renowned for the beauty of its scenery.  LakeWakatipu remains the most celebrated natural attraction in the area.

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The lightning bolt-shaped finger lake, a gorgeous sight on its own, is further enhanced by the Remarkables’ Mountains which surround it, creating a scene of utter majesty for all who come to see and explore. It’s a haven for nature-lovers and outdoorsy types, but those who enjoy more luxurious comforts will feel right at home as well, as the area has been built up with some particularly lovely accommodations that provide stunning views. Tired of looking at concrete and steel? Come spend a weekend in Queenstown at Lake Wakatipu for a breathtakingly scenic getaway.

Rooms for Every Budget

If your end is high-end, you’re in luck in Queenstown. Azur is lodged high above the lake for dramatic views of the city, the Remarkables and Cecil Peak. It is made up of nine private and exclusive villas, each outfitted with thoroughly modern extras, like a complimentary minibar, LCD screen TVs and a deluxe stereo system; there’s even an in-room massage service for the tension in your back and neck. Yet the private terrace will no doubt become your favorite spot for a morning coffee, as you breathe in the clear mountain air and take in the dazzling sites.

The Blue Peaks Lodge is a more moderately priced hotel that’s well-suited for families and centrally located so that the center of Queenstown is just a five minute walk. The picturesque mountain range is visible from most rooms, while the motel itself is designed to mimic their geographical shape and color. Rooms are clean, attractive and come with TV and DVD player as well as high speed Wi-Fi.

For a frugal stay, book a bed in the Nomads’ Queenstown hostel, a well-located and convenient dorm-style spot that’s just a hop, skip and a jump to the mountains or the lake. Skiing fanatics will appreciate the storage space, while guests of all kinds will enjoy relaxing in the cinema, whipping up something in the shared kitchen or surfing the internet with free Wi-Fi. Dorm space can run as low as $20 per night, while private rooms are a reasonable $34.

Paraflight

What could be a more all-encompassing way to see Lake Wakatipu than from above? You don’t need to charter a helicopter, just sign up for a paraflight adventure, either solo or with a friend or two, and soar above the glittering the lake while connected to a boat that’s skimming along on the water. 

You will rise some 600 feet in the air and take in spectacular sights otherwise denied to all but the birds. It’s an experience that is suitable for most people over the age of 12, with a comfortable harness and smooth take-offs and landings.

T.S.S. Earnslaw

A refined and fascinating way to take in the lake is aboard the T.S.S. Earnslaw, a steamship which transports guests along the lake and back in time, with its early 20^th century-style fireboxes and boilers. The Earnslaw, also known as the “Lady of the Lake,” is practically a floating institution, as it has been steaming along since 1912, originally used to carry livestock. 

This October marks its centennial anniversary and there are special cruises and parties planned for the celebration. Dining for brunch, lunch and dinner are combined with tours of the ship, as well as, ample opportunity to simply stand on-deck and marvel at the surroundings.

Kayaking

Kayaking is a much more personal way to feel close to the water while also feeling truly awed by the rising mountains from the ground-level. Most kayaking trips are quite easy and suitable for beginners, while some are also suited for fishing from the ample stocks of brown trout, rainbow trout and Chinook salmon. 

Queenstown Underwater Observatory

Perhaps you can’t swim and getting into a boat is a terrifying prospect. You can still enjoy Lake Wakapitu from below in the Observatory, where the water, fish and eels stay behind glass and a life jacket is not necessary. Kids will “ooh” and “ahh” as freshwater eels slither easily through the lake and the scaup – diving ducks – gracefully plunge underwater in search of their next meal.

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Holiday Destination In Australia

Best Holiday Destination in Australia

If you are planning a trip to Australia for the first time, you need to know that Australia is located in the Southern Hemisphere, so seasons are the opposite of countries such as the United States, United Kingdom and Canada.

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This means, June through August are the winter months in Australia, while December through February are the summer months in Australia. Australia is traditionally known as a country of harsh hot weather, though in reality Australia has four distinctive seasons like much of the world. No matter when you plan to travel,Australia is a great place to visit all year-round.

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I you are looking to enjoy a family summer vacation in Australia, two of the best vacation spots in Australia are Sydney and Melbourne. Both cities enjoy steady pleasant temperatures all year-round and boast a multitude of attractions to suit young and old.. Having said this, there are literary dozens of nice places where you can stay in Australia during your vacation. They're as follows:

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1. Geraldton Western Australia

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If you are an outdoor enthusiast, and would like to get up to activities such as whale watching, hiking, swimming, snorkeling and winery tours, Geraldton WA is one of the best vacation spots in Australia to for this.

2. Cairns Queensland

Cairns Queensland is another great destination for outdoor enthusiasts and beach goers, but if you want to avoid the rainy season, travel between June and August.

Diving and snorkeling are especially popular pursuits as the port city of Cairns Queensland is within a short boast ride from Fitzroy Island and the Low Isles.

3. Adelaide South Australia

Adelaide is another excellent beach vacation in Australia where you can enjoy a myriad of water activities and whale watching opportunities.

Apart from fun activities, Adelaide South Australia is known for its festivals and events such as the Adelaide V8 Supercar and Horse Racing Carnival.

4. Perth Western Australia

Perth WA is known as the home to the popular Red Bull Air Race event and the Joondalup Carnival which features flamboyant street parades.

Perth WA offers plenty of beach activities and recreational opportunities at one of the nearby city parks, and the chance to visit the local ‘Mint House’.

5. Island of Tasmania

The Island of Tasmania is truly an outdoors paradise, and if you’re planning on exploring rare fauna while getting up to some hiking, Tasmania won’t disappoint you.

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Apart from outdoor pursuits, Tasmania is one of the best vacation spots in Australia for history buffs, as the island has some of the best preserved 18th century landmarks from the colonial period such as old jails.

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Weather Zones in Australia

There are two weather zones in Australia, the Tropical Zone and the Temperate Zone:

- The Tropical Zone has only a rainy (summer months) season and a dry season (winter months).
- The Temperate Zone enjoys four complete seasons.

Tropical Zone Territories

The Tropical Zone includes:

- Northern Territory
- North of Queensland
- North of Western Australia.

Temperate Zone Territories

The Temperate Zone includes:

- Tasmania
- Victoria
- South Wales
- South Australia
- Southern Queensland
- South of Western Australia

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Travel Indonesia ,Asia

Top Places to go in Indonesia , Asia

One of the main reasons to visit Indonesia is to explore its dramatic landscapes and spectacular natural attractions. One of the best places to do this is at the Tengger Caldera national park. This place is home to seriously impressive volcano landscape, old lava flows and huge calderas such as Mt Bromo (East Java), which is an active volcano over 7,000ft high!

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Mt Bromo offers fascinating views from the rim of its crater and the actual climb to the top of Mt Bromo isn’t too difficult. Saying this, you can always do the climb on horseback, which only costs around $6 (~50,000 Indonesian rupiahs).

Borobudur, Central Java

Borobudur is the largest Buddhist temple complex in the world and it's one of Indonesia's star attractions that really lives up to the hype! Borobudur main temple is huge and boasts ten levels all of which are beautifully decorated with unique relief panel designs. The hundreds of Buddha statues and stupas surrounding the temple are also a sight to behold, though the highlight of a visit to Borobudur is the amazing views you get from the top of the temple.

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You definitely can do with hiring a guide to show you around, though if you can’t get hold of a local guide you can always book tours from Yogyakarta, Bali or Jakarta. Either way, be sure to visit Borobudur early in the morning or later in day because this place looks even more magical during sunrise and sunset!

Bunaken Marine National Park, Island of Bunaken

If you’re planning to be in Manado (Sunda Islands), one place you really can’t miss visiting is the beautiful Bunaken marine park to enjoy a bit of diving for the day. Bunaken Island is located off the coast of north Sulawesi and it’s definitely, one of the top 10 places to go in Indonesia for scuba diving and snorkeling. 

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You can easily get to Bunaken Marine Park by boat from Manado in about 50 minutes and once there you’ll be rewarded with some of the most pristine waters and incredible diversity of marline life to be seen.

Moramo Waterfall, Southeast Sulawesi

As far as beautiful places to visit in Indonesia, Moramo Waterfall is certainly one of the prettiest spots in Indonesia. This waterfall is actually the highest and most popular waterfall in Indonesia because of its many climbable levels and pools beneath that you can jump into. 

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Besides climbing the falls, you can also enjoy pleasant walks in the beautiful forests around the falls, while spotting cool wildlife. By the way, while in the area around Moramo, you may as well head to the beautiful white sandy beaches of Moramo Bay for more fun activities like waterskiing and boating.

West Sumatra

The province of West Sumatra is one area of Indonesia that you certainly have to add to your list of top 10 places to go in Indonesia. If you’re looking to do plenty of outdoor pursuits while in Indonesia, you’ll love exploring West Sumatra's natural beauty and natural attractions such as canyons (i.e. Sianok Canyon), waterfalls and lakes (i.e. Lake Maninjau), as well as national parks and nature reserves such as Kerinci Seblat, Rimbo Panti, Siberut National and Lembah Anai.

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Some of the most popular things to do outdoors in West Sumatra include hiking through the gorges of Sianok Canyon, surfing in the Mentawai islands, climbing the Gunung Angkosan peak, rafting the Alas River, and wildlife trekking through the jungles of Gunung Leuser national park.

Besides soaking in the natural beauty of West Sumatra, you can also visit colonial-era towns such as Sawahlunto where you’ll be able to tour an Dutch old coal mine.

Tana Toraja, South Sulawesi

Tana Toraja is without a doubt, one of the nicest places in Indonesia you can visit on a side trip. However long you plan to stay in Indonesia you wouldn’t want to miss visiting Tana Toraja for the world because it’s one of the few places in Indonesia where you can still appreciate century-old traditions and way of life.

The Torajans native group really knows how to pay respects to their dead. One of the most striking things you’ll see in Tana Toraja are burials carved into cliff walls, tombs carved into large boulders and even hanging coffins.

Tanjung Puting National Park, Borneo

The island of Borneo (Kalimantan) is without a doubt, one of the top 10 places to go in Indonesia for a natural experience. One particular place that you definitely can’t miss is visiting Tanjung Puting National Park, which is home to – Camp Leakey - a renowned orangutan sanctuary. 

Camp Leakey offers Orangutan eco tours that allow you to see cool wildlife such as wild orangutans, macaques and long-nosed monkeys, as well as a ton of birdlife like horn bills and snakebirds.

Puncak tea plantations, West Java

A visit to Indonesia wouldn’t be complete without visiting a tea plantation to see how tea is processed.

The most popular tea fields in Indonesia are located in Puncak (not far from Jakarta), which is a beautiful area with huge tea fields with many tea plantations such as the tea plantations of Walini Tea and Gunung Mas, both of which welcome tourists.

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Fun Places To Visit In Sri Lanka

Tourists Guide For Sri Lanka

The island of Sri Lanka is easily one of the most underrated places you can travel in in Asia, yet Sri Lanka offers so many opportunities for touristy things to do that you may find it a little difficult to fit everything in a 2-week vacation!

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If you're in the process of planning a trip to Sri Lanka be sure you consider adding the following to your itinerary of things to do in Sri Lanka:

Whitewater rafting tour

If you’re traveling to Sri Lanka between the months of May and December, you don't want to miss taking up the opportunity to enjoy a whitewater rafting excursion or kayaking trip down the majestic Mahaweli River, which is the longest and most challenging river in Sri Lanka.

You definitely have to be an experienced rafter/kayaker to go on the Mahaweli River. However, if you’ve never done rafting before, you’ll still be able to enjoy a rafting or kayaking trip on other Sri Lankan rivers such as the Walawa River or Kelani River in Kithulga (most popular whitewater rafting destination).

Whitewater rafting tours can take anything from 90 minutes to 3 hours and cost around $35 (including safety jackets and helmets). Tour operators offering rafting excursions include “Red Dot Tours”, “Sri Lankan Expeditions”, and “Sri Lanka Ecotourism”.

Take a scenic plane ride on the SriLankan Air Taxi 

One of the coolest and most enjoyable things tourists do for fun in Sri Lanka is going on a scenic plane ride for a bird’s eye view of Sri Lanka. 

On the SriLankan Air Taxi you’ll also be able to easily visit tourist spots in Sri Lanka such as Kandy (home to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic), Bentota (home to the Brief Garden), Pidurutalagala (tallest mountain in Sri Lanka), the fortified city of Galle, Trincomalee (home to the Koneswaram Temple), Sigiriya (Lion’s Rock), and Anuradhapura (home to a huge white stupa called Ruwanwelisaya).

Scenic flights on the SriLankan Air Taxi depart from Colombo and cost roughly $80 (~10,500 LKR) for a round-trip ticket depending, of course, on the destination.

Take a 2 day safari trip in Yala National Park

A visit to Sri Lanka would, of course, not be complete without going on a wildlife safari tour in the country’s national parks. Wilpattu National Park (in Puttalam) and Minneriya National Park (in Girithale) are all great places to get close to wildlife, though Yala national park has to be one of the best spots in Sri Lank to see wildlife!

Yala may be the second largest park in Sri Lanka but it offers the best opportunity to see wildlife such as the wild boar, elephants, sloth bear and leopard in their natural habitat.

Yala national park is also home to a ton of bird species, crocs, giant squirrels, monkeys and tortoises that you'll certainly need at least 2-3 days at the park to see it all. Safari tours of Yala national park cost around $70p/person for a full day (including entrance fee to the park). Tour operators offering excursions in Yala include “Ajith Safari Jeep Tours” and “Walkers Tours”.

Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress (a.k.a. Lion’s Rock)

Climbing to the top of Lion’s Rock is definitely something else worth adding to your itinerary if you plan to be in the Central Province of Sri Lanka. Lion’s Rock is over 1,200ft tall and boasts the remains of a fortress that was built on top of it back in the 5th century!

The hike to the top isn’t too difficult and even though it takes around 60 minutes, the climb is totally worth it because of the rewarding panoramic views you’ll get of the area around. By the way, don’t miss taking photos of the frescoes of the beautiful women decorating the rock face of Lion’s Rock and, also, do the elephant ride nearby.

Enjoy an elephant back safari at Habarana

Elephant rides are certainly one of the most popular things tourists do for fun in Sri Lanka and what better place to enjoy a ride on elephant back than Habarana?

The small town of Habarana is a great location for an elephant ride because of its close proximity to Sigiriya, Minneriya National Park and Dambulla, all of which are just a short bus ride. Habarana is also great for elephant rides because of the beautiful jungles nearby and riverine terrain that allows elephants to wade through the waters. Best time for an elephant back safari in Habarana is during the spring and summer months (Mar thru July).

See the largest herd of captive elephants in the world

When visiting Sri Lanka you cannot pass the opportunity to visit the elephant orphanage in Pinnawala to see the world’s largest concentration of captive elephants. The visit to Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage will be easily one of your trip highlights of Sri Lanka because you’ll get to see up close elephants bathing and elephant calves being bottled fed by the carers.

Entry to the elephant orphanage is around $15 and you can easily reach it by bus from nearby Kandy town (takes around 80 minutes by bus).

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Traveler Guide To Natures Beauty

Guide To Outstanding Natures Beauty

It isn’t an easy task coming up with a list of beautiful natural areas in the world when you consider the amount of beautiful places you could add to the list such as Mongolia's Gobi Desert, China's Mount Sanqingshan National Park, Lao's Plain of Jars, and Mauritius'colored earths of Charamel.

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However, rather than listing the most beautiful, why not round-up some of the most underrated areas of outstanding natural beauty? Here it's some of them:

Cascade Head Preserve, Oregon

The United States has its fair share of amazing natural areas in the country such as the famous Yellowstone national park and the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, which is truly a stunning creation of Mother Nature.

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However, Cascade Head Preserve has to make the list because of its amazing grassland habitat where you can find some of the rarest wildflowers and wildlife in the world such as the Oregon silverspot butterfly, the great horned owl, the peregrine falcon and the Pacific giant salamander. If you’re an avid hiker, you’ll also no doubt love hiking to the top of Cascade Head's headland which offers exceptional views of the Pacific Ocean.


Siebengebirge, Rhein-Sieg-Kreis

The German nature reserve of Siebengebirge, which literary translates to “Seven Mountains”, is no doubt one of the most underrated areas of outstanding natural beauty in Europe.

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Germany made Siebengebirge the first natural area in the country and with the beautiful Rhine River running along the nature reserve, what more could you ask for? Saying this, the stunning natural scenery isn't the only thing going for Siebengebirge. You can also do plenty climbing and hiking, as well as sightseeing in Siebengebirge. There are close to 30 peaks located within Siebengebirge as well as a spectacular castle (Schloss Drachenburg) which offers some of the best views of the Rhine!


Kronotsky Nature Reserve, Kamchatka Peninsula

Kronotsky Nature Reserve is without a doubt, one of the least known natural areas of the world, though then again, Kronotsky isn’t one place you can simply visit on a whim since entry to the reserve is restricted to just a few thousand tourists a year.

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In fact, Kronotsky is actually meant as a playground for Russian scientists, though luckily they don't letting us tourists explore the place. Mind you, getting to Kronotsky isn’t cheap, thought the visit is certainly more than worth it because of the impressive amount of geothermal activity you'll see such as geysers and hot springs.


Dana Nature Reserve, Jordan

Dana Nature Reserve is located near the city of Tafilah and it's by far one of the most incredible nature reserves in the world. Dana reserve is one of the biggest natural areas in the Middle East and it’s a fantastic place to see endangered species of animals such as the Syrian Serin, the Nubian ibex (desert goat), Caracal (wild cat) and Lesser Kestrel (falcon).

Dana reserve is also a great for hiking enthusiasts looking to explore uncharted territory and walk through the most surreal trails. One such trail is in Dana is the stunning Wadi Dana Trail, which takes you past amazing bubble rock formations, sand dune areas, Bedouin encampments and ecolodges such as the Feynan ecolodge where you’ll be able to enjoy a few days retreat.



Royal National Park, New South Wales (NSW)

The “Land Down Under” may be most popularly known for the Outback, though you can't forget Australia's beautiful nature reserves such as the Royal National Park, which is one of the most underrated areas of outstanding natural beauty in the world. This natural reserve is home to mangroves and steep river valleys home to interesting birdlife such as the Laughing Kookaburra, which makes one of the funniest bird sounds ever!

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Best thing about the Royal National Park though has to be the Coastal Walk trail that offers breathtaking views of the ocean.


Church Wood, Buckinghamshire

For being such a tiny island, Great Britain is home to a seriously stunning number of nature reserves and beautiful places such as the Shetland Islands where you can view stunning seabird colonies, seals, otters, and whales. Britain is also home to other cool wildlife that you probably haven't come across such as water voles, puffins, short-eared owls, harriers, slavonian grebes and red squirrels.

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There are so many natural places to name in Britain for sure, though one natural area that really catches my eye in England is Church Wood. This small forest is a fantastic place to visit during the spring to hear the singing woodpeckers and see the beautiful spectacle of bluebells carpeting the forest.

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Tourist Vacation In Greenland

Best Places To Travel In Greenland

Greenland is truly a world of its own…endless horizon, captivating fjords, midnight sun, colossal icebergs and Eskimo culture are some of the attractions Greenland is known for. Greenland is a sure “bucket list” candidate and one of the earth’s last frontiers for exploration.

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If you’re the adventurous type you’ll love every bit of the land some nickname - Lady of Snow! Below it’s a neat list of top 10 things to do in Greenland. Hope you find it useful!

View the most spectacular ice region outside Antarctica

Greenland is certainly known for its stunning natural areas, though none are more stunning than the famous Ilulissat Icefjord, which is easily the most beautiful ice stream region in Greenland. The Icefjord boasts some of the most dramatic views of glaciers and iceberg formations outside of Antarctica.

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The biggest glacier in the Icefjord is the Sermeq Kujalleq, which is roughly the size of Long Island New York. Even if you’ve seen an iceberg before you can still guarantee to be taken by the majesty of the Sermeq Kujalleq whose sheer size will quite literary take your breath away!

Best thing about viewing the Icefjord region is that it’s pretty accessible and doesn't require any particular mountaineering skills.

Visit one of the oldest ancient Eskimo settlements in the region

The Sermermiut settlement in Greenland boasts some of the best preserved remnants of Eskimo indigenous cultures in the Arctic region. The actual settlement is located right next to the Iceford (roughly a mile from the town of Ilulissat) and can be reached on an easy hour hike. 

The actual settlement is abandoned but you can still see artifacts from the various indigenous peoples that lived there more that 2,000 years ago.

Learn about Greenland’s Danish heritage

If you’re interested in learning about Greenland’s colonial past, be sure to visit the towns located along the west coast of Greenland (ice-free coast). Places such as Nuuk (oldest town), Sisimiut (2nd largest town), Narsaq, Qaqortoq, Ilulissat (3rd largest town) and Paamiut boast colorful colonial buildings and cute wooden churches that offer a nice glimpse into Greenland’s Danish past.

Another place worth visiting is the capital Nuuk, which is probably the best place to go in Greenland to learn about the country’s history since it’s home to an interesting mummy exhibit displaying 500 year-old mummies.

See gigantic icebergs and whales up-close 

Taking a whale watching tour and seeing floating icebergs are most certainly two of the top 10 things to do in Greenland, though you’ll need to travel during the Greenlandic summer (May thru September) for the best experience.

Most of the fjords normally melt by May so June/July is the best time for sailing among icebergs and doing whale watching along Greenland’s coasts. Whale watching and iceberg tours are offered by operators such as “Disko Line” and “World of Greenland” and sail out of coastal towns such as Nuuk, Qeqertarsuaq and Aasiaat.

Enjoy a relaxing soak in Greenland’s biggest hot spring

Greenland may not be known for its hot springs so you'll be surprised to learn that Greenland hundreds of hot springs where you can enjoy a warm relaxing soak. Again, the months of summer (June thru August) are the perfect time to enjoy Greenland’s hot springs, which on average heat up to a cool 38 degrees Celsius.

The most popular hot springs in Greenland are the Uunartoq hot springs in the island of Uunartoq (east Greenland) and Disko Island’s hot springs, which are just a short boat ride from the town of Ilulissat.

Viking sites in Greenland

Seeing the remnants of Eric the Red’s 1000 year old Norse colonies is another must do while exploring southern Greenland.

There are several Viking ruins found in the southern region of Greenland, which include the Hvalsey Fjord Church (oldest remnants in Greenland) and Brattahlid ruins located near the town of Qassiarsuk (20 minutes boat ride from Narsarsuaq international airport).

See the amazing Northern Lights

The Northern Lights are often referred to as the “the biggest light show on earth” and during your visit to Greenland you certainly cannot miss experiencing this rare natural spectacle!

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If you’re planning to travel to Greenland for the sole purpose of seeing the Aurora Borealis then, be sure you travel in winter. You can have a good chance to see the Northern Lights anytime between November and March, though December thru February are the best months to see the lights because nights are clearer.

You can see the Northern Lights from all across Greenland, though the best spots to see the lights are Qaqortoq (south Greenland), Ittoqqortoormiit (east Greenland) and Kangerlussuaq (west Greenland).

Experience Greenland’s Arctic wildlife on a sled or snowmobile

Exploring the wildlife is no doubt, one of the top 10 things to do in Greenland and the best way to experience Greenland's Arctic nature is on a sledding tour or snowmobiling excursion.

No matter the time of year, you’ll be able to spot wildlife in Greenland without much difficulty. Reindeer, musk oxen, polar bears and the white-tailed eagle are some of the most popular wildlife to be seen in Greenland.

Having said this, the best months for dog-sledding and snowmobiling in Greenland are January thru April. There are multiple tour operators all across Greenland offering a wide range of dog sledding and snowmobiling adventures to suit different budgets so it's worth inquiring around. Some of the most popular areas to explore in Greenland are Disko Bay, Tasiussaq fjord, Qaanaaq and Thule.

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Accessories Required While Traveling

Accessories You Can't Do Without When Traveling

You would agree that when it comes to travel gear to buy, we’re definitely spoiled for choice! There are literary hundreds of cool travel accessories out there, though in all fairness not all of them do a good job at enhancing one’s travel experience. In fact, you could go as far as saying that some travel accessories are pretty pointless!

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A few examples are the battery operated mosquito repellent and plane seat covers. Then, you have nifty travel accessories such as the sarong, which can be used for more than visiting temples. You can use a sarong as a beach towel, bed sheet, headscarf, and even as a skirt. That's why I can safely say that the multi-purpose sarong is one of those travel accessories you can’t do without when traveling. Here it’s some more to add to this list:

Travel shoulder straps

What a nice little invention! Shoulder straps may not be the most thought travel item to take when traveling, but they definitely deserve a place in the spotlight! By distributing the weight, shoulder straps can really make a difference when carrying heavy baggage loads for long periods. 

Saying this, not all shoulder straps do a good job at distributing weight and some “skinny” shoulder straps hardly have any padding, which can be a right pain! This begs the question, what makes a good shoulder strap? A good shoulder strap should be made of quality Nylon fabric to give the strap durability, but also have some sections made of neoprene to give it flexibility.

The shoulder strap should also have heavy-duty adjustments and be fairly wide, thickly padded and without any hard edges. The most popular shoulder straps out in the travel market are the “Absolute Shoulder Strap” by Tom Bihn and the “Claw Shoulder Strap” by Red Oxx.

Travel underwear

Travel underwear is definitely, one of the travel accessories you can't do without when traveling, even though the idea of buying special underwear for traveling seems “pointless”. Despite the initial skepticism, I really have to give it to makers of travel underwear because they do solve the issue of sweaty and smelly underpants while traveling...uhmm, what would the TSA folks at the checkpoint would say about me just wearing my underpants?

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That being said, make sure the travel underwear you’re looking to buy is made with an antimicrobial polymer because it is what actually stops your “undies” from stinking! You can buy them from “Ex Officio” and “Tilley”, though “Clever Travel Companion” sells travel underwear with cool pockets to keep your cash.


Travel ear plugs 

There aren’t many travel accessories out there that you can really say they’re worth their weight in gold like travel earplugs do! The travel ear plug invention is without a doubt, one of the best examples of a product that solves a problem - light sleeping, annoying noises and tomato juice! 

If you regularly use ear plugs on your travels, you know just how much of a godsend these little things really are! Travel ear plugs are very good for a lot of uses like blocking noise and annoying passengers! Saying this though get yourself a decent pair of travel ear plugs and getting the cheap disposable ones. Instead, go for travel earplugs that are washable, reusable and made of polyurethane foam such as the “Hearos Ultimate Softness Series” and “Howard Leight MAX”.

Smartphone

A smartphone is without question, one of the travel accessories you can't do without when traveling because it's simply such an amazingly multi-functional gadget to have! After owning a smartphone for a while, I can definitely testify that I find the smartphone absolutely indispensable everywhere I go.

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The smartphone's popularity isn't surprising when you consider all the new applications you can download on a regular basis. The cool stuff you can do with a smartphone is mind blowing…convert currency, track GPS coordinates, and even browse the internet to check train timetables and reserve hotel accommodations.

Universal travel chargers

As mentioned above, the smartphone is a great little gadget to take on your travels because it’s such a great all-rounder that allows you to  lots of practical things. Having said this, as a frequent traveler it’s nice to take other gadgets to enhance as much as possible the travel experience.

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Portable GPS navigators, compact cameras, pocketsize speakers, laptops, tablet PC's, portable media players and digital audio players are other great things to take when traveling abroad but doesn’t it get annoying having to bring power adapters and power bricks with you? I definitely think so!

Luckily, you can get nifty travel chargers on the market like the iGo Universal Netbook Charger, which allows you to charge simultaneously many of your favorite gadgets.

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