From visiting public places in Bhutan where people work, trade or study in the name of gross national happiness we discovered their science of happiness. A national strategy - to boost the sustainability of its economy and citizens. One rarely encounters so many motivated, dedicated and highly enthusiastic individuals.Here is their formula - the four pillars of happiness.
It is viewed that Vatican City is the smallest nation on the planet even though there is a smaller nation. This nation or country is Sealand. Sealand is portrayed as the world's smallest nation, despite the fact that by law it is not perceived as a nation. Rather than...
The Grand Canyon in the United States is a very popular destination because of its inspiring landscape! Hiking is the best way to explore the Grand Canyon. The South Rim is popular among tourists, and you can do various day hikes from here. Bright Angel Trail is a hiking trail you must do when visiting the Grand Canyon. The trail leads you to Plateau Point, or you can choose to do the overnight hike to the Colorado River.
Arches National Park in Utah, located 8 km (5 miles) from Moab, has world's largest concentration of sandstone arches. The small park has some interesting features. Famous places to visit and hike in the park include Delicate Arch, Devils Garden, North and South Window, and Double Arch.
This article describes the hike to the summit of Mt. Ypsilon in Rocky Mountain National Park. Though the hike has its moments, there are other hikes in the park that provide more variety of scenery with less effort. But if you like tundra hikes that rewards you at the end with good views, you might like this hike.
This article describes the hike to Pawnee Pass in the Brainard Lake Recreation Area of the Indian Peaks Wilderness and shows the beautiful scenery you can expect to see.
Chatelherault Country Park is dominated by the Duke of Hamilton's former hunting lodge. Comprised of several hundred acres, it affords many miles of woodland walks and stunning views across the Clyde Valley.
Macau is a place where most people know as the Casino City. Like Hong Kong, it's another city that never sleeps. Anywhere you go in Macau, it's not difficult to find neon lights shinning overnight. Just when everyone likes to think that Casino is all that Macau is about, I am here to introduce you to the new best party city of Asia.
Another adventure during our tour of Uzbekistan takes us to Khiva, a unique walled city made out of clay. The tales of the Arabian Nights, Sinbad the sailor come to life when you meet the people who live here.
Visit tropical Islands with luscious forests, lemurs, chameleons and other strange beasts. Marine reserves in this area provide the best underwater scenery, in pristine condition. Soak up the sun on a solitary beach.
Details of what's to see and do in Flagstaff, and why it is a great base from which to explore Arizona's top sites.
Undressed A Brief History of Underwear at the Victoria and Albert Museum explores the history of underwear. //
Explore the northern region of Madagascar and meet giant chameleons, lemurs and locals. We survive the extreme roads, full of pitfalls and wallow in the mud. Join us for some unique and bizarre experiences.
Loch Fyne is one of the largest sea lochs which are such a stunningly beautiful feature of the West Coast of Scotland. This page includes many pictures from around the loch as well as providing an insight to the area from a regular visitor of some forty years standing.
Fashion and Textile Museum presents Art Textiles: Marian Clayden - retrospective exhibition looks at Clayden's work in the field of tie-dye fabrics
How has Sandro Botticelli influenced designers and artists from the Pre-Raphaelites to the present day?
If you got money to spend in Edinburgh you can opt for some great places to eat. I included some Edinburgh classics and an excellent Thai restaurant for some extra variation in flavours.
Exhibition at London's V and A Museum - Curtain Up: Celebrating 40 Years of Theatre in London and New York
Vietnam is a perfect place for adventure travelers with captivating mountain paths, national parks - nature reserves established trails and fascinating minority culture, offering adventurous activities like hiking, trekking, climbing, kayaking, biking, home stay.
Exhibitions at V&A Museum - Shoes: Pleasure and Pain, Bejewelled Treasures, The Al Thani Collection; Undressed A Brief History of Underwear and Botticelli Reimagined