Taman Negara National Park, Malaysia

The largest island national park of Malaysia has the world’s longest suspension bridge. When in March, the rainy season ends, a lot of people come to this park to see the rain forest, the bright amazing birds and all kinds of insects that swim in the clear water of waterfalls, fish and, of course, go through the 530-meter bridge, hanging at a height of 25-40 meters above the ground and enjoy the jungle. Now, however, making such a walk over the forest is not possible, the thing is that as a result of the rainy weather the bridge lost its firmness and six months ago this part of the bridge was closed for repairs.

Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, UK

This small Suspension Bridge in the town of Antrim, connecting the mainland with the tiny islands Kerrick, is able to make the thrill of everyone traveling to the Northern Ireland. This Rope Bridge has become one of the most visited attractions in this region (only last year this attractive bride hosted about 250,000 tourists from around the world). This is surprising, because to be brave enough to overcome the 20-meter path laid by 28-meter height is something that is not something typical for a large audience.

Loboc Hanging Bridge, Philippines

It’s a fascinating attraction for tourists – to cross the river on Lobok with the help of the swaying bamboo bridge. The fragile structure, hanging on the 20-meter height, frightens even the most desperate tourists.But for those who wish to see a little typical Philippine village on the another side of the river, have to overcome this dangerous obstacle. By the way the destination point is famous for its unique Lobok fauna, beautiful waterfalls and floating restaurants, so if you find yourself in the Philippines, you should definitely visit these places. So you better think twice whether to avoid or to cross the street.

Trift Bridge, Switzerland

The longest pedestrian bridge in the Alps near the Gadmen was first built in 2004 and most recently, in 2009 is was rebuilt in a new manner. Now it has become even more safe and secure. Now fans of trekking, traveling to these places to see the glacier, can make the best photos of the lake Thrift from an altitude of 100 meters. 170-meter-long passage over the abyss will truly become one of the most exciting pats of the Swiss experience.

Ghasa, Nepal

Suspension bridge near the village of Gus – the only way into the big world for the inhabitants of several villages, so they must not only constantly jump over it themselves but need to even overtake their animals. Isn’t this crazy? Therefore, despite the daunting and dangerous appearance, this bridge is being tested by hundreds of heads of local cattle every single day. Let’s say that it’s reliable enough.

Aiguille du Midi, France

At one of the mountains in the French Alps there is a unique observation deck – a tiny bridge between two cliffs, overlooking the most complete view of the whole Mont Blanc massif. Of course, it is rather broad and reliable, and does not sway in the legs of hundreds of tourists passing through it, but a great height at which it is built, makes the transition to it in an exciting adventure. After admiring the fascinating scene which opens in front of them turists can have a break at the tiny restaurant which is located simply nearby.

Kakum National Park, Ghana

If you decide to visit a national park in the south of Ghana, near the town of Abrafo then you might need a specially trained guide. He will lead via the secret paths through thickets of the rainforest to show the unique plants and animals, endangered species – pygmy elephants, forest buffalo and civet. And, of course, you will be led to one of the main attractions of the park – Rope Bridge which is around 40 meters above the ground. And keep in mind that it’s not the end of everything: you might also ask to get a “rope route”, which consists of seven bridges totaling 330 meters.

Hussaini Hanging Bridge, Pakistan

This Bridge really deserves the title of one of the most dangerous bridges of the word. It lays over the river Hunza in Northern Pakistan. You would not believe, but the bridge stuck over the swirling flow with its shaky rope design is still being used by the local residents for its main purpose. However, since you have the courage to travel on this not the safest country in the world, then you will not be afraid to walk across the bridge for sure!

Marienbruecke, Germany

The photo of this bridge in the Bavarian Alps near the fabulously beautiful Neuschwanstein Castle looks strong, solid and not terrible at all. But it is only close to the cliffs that stretch between the structures, where the heart starts beating faster than usual. And if you walk up to its middle, and then look at the fast way down the mountain stream you will be capture the spirit of terror even from the splendid views.

Musou Tsuribashi bridge, Japan

The most terrible suspension bridge of the rising sun is in the Japanese Alps. It consists of a rope and boards attached to it, some of which have already been destroyed by time: built in 50 years, it is also the oldest suspension bridge of this region. Going through the thin boards connected with the ropes shaken by the wind – this is sheer madness. You can definitely repeat this feat, but consider the fact that it is very, very dangerous!

Hôtel Ritz, Paris, France

This hotel is in the heart of the French capital on one of the most beautiful areas. It has become synonymous with the aristocratic luxury. Specific blue-blooded, business tycoons, political elite, celebrity fashion and film, arriving in Paris, choose this particular hotel. It was inspired by Marcel Proust, it was turned into a fashion house of Coco Chanel, it was here where the passionate novel of Ernest Hemingway was developed. And I still entering the doors of Paris’ Ritz – means to join the world of the rich and famous.

Bayerischer Hof, Munich, Germany

Back in 1832 Ludwig of Bavaria decided to build a huge hotel in Munich which will have a unique interior and exclusive appearance. Unfortunately, during the bombing in 1944, a significant part of the building was destroyed, but the owners decided to restore the famed hotel. During the Olympical Games in 1972 the hotel has been added with another wing – adjacent Old Palace Mongelas, and even after a couple of decades, opened a large swimming pool on the roof and the new-fashioned spa center. But despite the modern gloss, Bayerischer Hof is still the same good old Munich hotel.

Marriott Hotel, Cairo, Egypt

We all believe that in recent years everything has turned into a form of a modern skyscrapers, but we need only to cross the threshold of the hotel, and you have a completely different world – the realm of imperial luxury and bliss. Once, this luxurious hotel was called Al Gezira Palace. It was opened in the house of Napoleon’s wife – the Empress Eugenie. Since then, the hotel appears to have spa and fitness center, but has remained the same elegant atmosphere and kept some of the interiors.

Old Winter Palace, Luxor, Egypt

In this hotel with noble Victorian interior stopped a long list of famous people and celebrities around the world such as Agatha Christie. The hotel was built in 1886 in lush tropical gardens on the banks of the Nile. Now it is in the center of the city, next to the temple of Luxor. It can be reached in just a few minutes. Being on tour in Luxor you should make sure to look briefly here: admiring the interior and to have a cup of flavored beverage in a tea room.

The Imperial Hotel, Delhi, India

The history of the hotel began exactly a century ago, when King George V declared New Delhi the capital of India. The hotel has been conceived as one of the most original buildings of the city: the architect reflected in its interior the style of the outgoing Victorian era and spirit of our new age of art – art deco. One needs only to walk around the hotel, as before you will open up the most significant pages of Indian history. They even still carefully preserve the table at which the heads of the country were discussing the independence of India.

American Colony Hotel, Jerusalem, Israel

Prior to the beginning of the twentieth century in this ancient city there was not a suitable hotel with a decent level of service for the reception of travelers and pilgrims from Europe and America. And at the same time the Turkish inns could not meet the demands of wealthy gentlemen. This hotel opened in 1902, and named American Colony became the first high-class hotel in Jerusalem. Being the property of Americans, this hotel has always been known as a neutral territory, free from the hazards of local political life, and so it became a kind of oasis for meetings of heads of governments and diplomats of Arab and Jewish parties.This is called to be the first hotel to symbolize peace!

Giraffe Manor, Nairobi, Kenya

Built in 1932 in Africa it looks like a typical hotel is a cozy Scottish hunting lodge. But instead of the nature of Northern Europe, the place has a view of peacefully grazing giraffes, and even not in the far distance stands the magnificent Mount Kilimanjaro. The owners of the hotel are paying much attention to the nature reservation, protection of wild animals and that’s why they even opened up a whole fleet of giraffes. For hotel guests the entry is totally free there: they will have a plenty of time to admire the graceful animals.

The Grand Hotel, Taipei, Taiwan

Beautiful hotel is built in a traditional palace style. Under the elegant indoor shiny tiled roof with upturned edges of the amazing splendor of the interiors, the characteristic red bearing columns and grand arches – all reminiscent of imperial luxury apartments. Each of the eight floors corresponds to one of the dynasties of Chinese rulers, reflected in the form of paintings, furniture and decoration throughout. Today, this hotel has become a symbol of Taiwan.

Hotel New Grand, Yokohama, Japan

The hotel symbolizes the history of Yokohama – port city, which became a bridge between Japan and the modern Western world. It harmoniously combines different styles and eras in a single building: the main building have a quiet classic style, the interior successfully combines western elegance and brightness of the Asian endurance. It adjoined a separate tower in 1991 which has a modern design. In this hotel it is worth staying not only for the architecture but also for the wonderful views of various species of the bay of Yokohama.

Majestic Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Everyone who settled in this boutique hotel, built in 1925, feels surrounded with the old world charm. Elegant columns and vaulted ceilings characterize the classic French colonial design of the golden age of architecture. Of course, time has not stopped: after the last overall renovation of the hotel, an 8-stored department was attached to the main building. Also here you can use the service of the modern SPA center. At the same time the architects managed to keep the main thing – the spirit of a bygone era.

What’s the most amazing thing about the travelling sites is that most o the time they do have lots of surprises for those who are planning fun trips to this or that point of the world. This websites provide daily updated information on new discounts and special offers that will help travelers to organize their holidays with pleasure and to avoid the stress which is caused by the limited pocket and timing.

In addition to discounts, some of the “virtual” travelling agencies provide their clients with the opportunity to receive bonus miles from this or that airlines, e.g. for € 1 you spend on the trip as a program participant, you might get 1 mile as an encouragement. And in the period when the amount of the travelers is the least or most you might also get some more bonus points. Just keep in mind all of this is being done in case of buying tickets from a specific airline company.

After you got the idea of how to organize a cheap trip, it’s time to turn to the places which are worth visiting if you’re having a break during June.

Milan, Italy

Getting a ticket to Milan during the summer time might sound to be too difficult, but in reality it isn’t. You just need to find the proper travelling agency and most likely you will also get some discounts if you will travel by the local Italian airlines.

In the most important cultural, industrial and business center of Italy, tourists can visit the church of Santa Maria delle Grazie, which houses a fresco by Leonardo da Vinci’s Last Supper, the Catholic Cathedral Duomo di Milano, Brera Gallery, the famous medieval Sforza Castle and many other attractions. Gourmets can taste delicious Italian cuisine with a Milanese accent, a kind of fusion cooking directions: traditional Italian and international (Bice restaurants, Ulmet, Pacific Milano Restaurant, Don Carlos), Tuscan (Assassino), Japanese (Nobu Armani).

Fashionistas and inveterate shopaholics can come to the delight of the local shopping in local stores (La Rinascente), boutiques (Vicini, Baldinini, Roberto Cavalli) and outlet stores (Biffi, RJ, Griffes Diffusion). Here you can buy almost everything, especially during the summer sales when the prices are the lowest.

Geneva, Switzerland

Here the main tip to save on your trip is to book your ticket couple of days in advance to your trip. This way you will be able to save from 10-20% on your trip.

The refined beauty of Geneva, superbly situated on the banks of the Rhone River and Lake Leman (Lake Geneva), its beautiful parks, museums and monuments of history and architecture fascinate tourists from all over the world. The main attractions of the city – the Palais des Nations, Town Hall, the Cathedral of St. Peter and Church of Saint-Germain, Museum hours Patek Philippe, the highest in Europe, Jet d’Eau fountain in the lake, and some other cool spots. Shopping center in Geneva is simply awesome.

Let’s say that there’s even a shopping district on the left bank of the Rhone with plenty of antique and jewelry shops, pastry shops, bookstores and watch shops, boutiques and shopping malls. This means that you can always get back home with a list of souvenirs which will remind you of this beautiful place. The best restaurants in town offer excellent mixture of European and traditional Swiss cuisines. It’s worth to try roulette, fondue, the famous Swiss cheese and all sorts of seafood dishes.

Paris, France

Paris looks to bit a little bit more luxurious place to stay in. But if you’re not running short on your money, then you can also save them. What do I mean? Well, nothing strange. The thing is that if you will stay in one of the 3 to 4 star hotels of the city for more than 3-4 nights, then most of the time you’ll get a chance to have lots of surprises, including even free night stay offer.

It’s one of the most beautiful and romantic cities on earth, the most “fashionable” capital of the world. “Holiday, which is always with you”. Paris is literally composed of museums and attractions. Its historic center is decorated with the famous Notre Dame. On the right bank of the Seine is the Louvre, the Tuileries Gardens, the Museum of Impressionism, Champs Elysees and the Place de Gaulle, the Arc de Triomphe. The symbol of Paris – Eiffel Tower – is situated on the left bank of the Seine. Here are the Pantheon, the Sorbonne, Luxembourg Gardens and the Champ de Mars.

Another “landmark” of Paris – the refined French cuisine: blue lobsters at Le Bristol, branded duck in La Tour d’Argent, oysters in La Cagouille, famous cakes at Laduree. The true gourmet will enjoy Paris.

As for the shoppers the famous Galeries Lafayette, boutiques of Hermès, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, etc., and the outlet stores in Paris will turn your trip into an unforgettable event.

A whole week in Europe and specifically in its coolest cities – what else is needed to escape from the daily routine and dull reality? Changing conditions and new thrills make the most effective rest. All of this is also true in case of the short rest.

You just need to keep in mind that making a positive life and helping to sustain its rapid pace is the best way to avoid stress when getting back to the routine life.

New York, USA

Interior institution created by the New York studio of “Gaia” was designed under the theme “City Life”. Equipped with luxury bar stools, deck chairs and banquettes, the restaurant seems to lure its midday visitors to leave the office for a short lunch, sit on them and spend time in luxury and comfort. However, time can not be called lost as the free Wi-Fi access allows you to open your laptop and not to miss a single e-mail or stock quotes on stock changes. Hanging chains, huge lights, wooden ceilings and black-and-white cityscapes on the walls, add rigor and comfort to the interior.

Porto, Portugal

Creating a design space in a building which itself is an architectural gem, is difficult. But those who led the transformation of the famous Porto Café Imperial into McDonald’s restaurant did an excellent job. Intervention design was minimal, but the interior has turned out to be quite modern and attractive. Last but not least thanks to a chic stained glass from floor to ceiling and chandeliers hanging from the ceiling in the baroque style.

London, UK

Even in 2006, the European branch of McDonald’s has hired a French interior designer, Philip Avantsi to create a new fashion concept of continental institutions. One of his best creations is the restaurant in the Holborn area, fully consistent with the concept “better fewer, but better.” Its stylish interiors surprisingly intertwine with recent high-tech refinements and luxurious natural materials. The stop seems to be attractive even for the well-paid judges as the place is a popular residence spot for the law supporters.

Savannah, Ga., USA

Fighters for a healthy lifestyle and a cleaner environment can fight against McDonald’s junk food, and polluting technologies and production methods of delivering products as much as they want. Now most popular global network of fast food is what they are actually opposing. In the state of Georgia  there is a restaurant based solely on “green” technologies. Huge windows in the floor passed 75% more solar radiation, which contributes to energy savings on lighting and heating facilities. Roof, in turn, is made of white retro-reflective material to reduce the cost of air conditioning. In the parking lot next to the entrance of the restaurant is reserved for bicycles and hybrid cars. Rainwater is collected in tanks and then used for watering lawns surrounding the restaurant. Through all this, the institution has received a gold certificate for environmental and energy efficiency, which are awarded only to favorites.

Edinburgh, Scotland

Looking at this restaurant, located on Princess Street, with its comfortable leather seats, wall panels, dark wood and neon stripes, you will surely decide that you got into a wrong door and ended up not at McDonald’s, but  in the fashionable internet cafe or stylish cafe. However, the high-end interior is designed to make it comfortable and be happy to get fat in them, eating one after another, hamburgers and drank their milkshake. In fairness it is worth noting that for those who follow their waistline there are two or three salads in the menu.

Los Angeles, USA

Located in the Echo Park restaurant, perhaps, this one must be called the most popular all over the huge Los Angeles. And not only because of the stylish interior, decorated in light wood, huge windows, floor to ceiling and silver arches, replacing the usual gold. They love it more for the fact that there are all conditions for a good way of spending a large company. The most popular place is a huge table for ten people, surrounded by fourteen LCDs, which are broadcast on various TV channels. Lamps made in the style of hi-tech, sometimes flicker in the rhythm flowing from the speakers popular tunes.

Paris, France

France is proud of its haute cuisine, but this does not mean that on the streets of Paris you will not find McDonald’s. The truth is that their concentration is no less than in London, which is the third city in the world by number of points of this worldwide network. And the most obvious evidence of a “forbidden love” Parisians to fast-Fudu is a restaurant located on the Rue de Rivoli. Its interior is decorated with prints of high quality fresh fruits and vegetables, its refined, almost futuristic design – all of this is very attractive. Encamped on the curved leather sofas and gentlemen, dressed from Armani and Louis Vuitton are coming for a lunch from various popular French companies. But what else to expect from McDonald’s, which opened in the capital of fashion and style?

Hacienda Heights, Los Angeles, USA

This McDonald’s in Japanese style stood in the heart of the Asian district of Los Angeles. Everything here is made in accordance with the requirements of Feng Shui. Visitors will find a host body shape leather seats, interior in natural colors, placed around the living branches of bamboo and flowing babbling waterfalls. If you are not eating vegetarian food you will want to go to the temple to atone for sins, the nearest Buddhist is in two steps.

Budapest

Abandoned railway station does not seem an obvious place where it would make sense to create a restaurant queuing. Nevertheless, the owners of the network dared to dream and opened here a restaurant which quickly became a popular institution. Seated here one should expect to hear the roar of the approaching train. But the huge panoramic windows can be seen only from the empty platform. Here you can continue admiring the antique chandeliers and painted ceilings in the blue range. Entrances of the lovely red-brick building are the massive wrought-iron gates.

London, Oxford Street, United Kingdom

The flagship restaurant is McDonald’s in Britain is decorated with the utmost delicacy and care. In developing its concept the best designers from London were involved. Its interior facilities can easily confound the many prestigious bars of London. The color palette is based on a combination of white, red and yellow, and to supplement the light, playing highlights. Chairs and tables in a retro-style mosaics and works of modern schedules, only underscore the delicacy of the atmosphere. The bar can also detect large flat panel televisions, which broadcast the latest news, and get to the Internet using free Wi-Fi.

1. Japan

The first place ranking includes country of the Rising Sun. Its citizens are renowned for their long lives. With consumption of a large number of cruciferous vegetables such as kale, broccoli, zucchini, local residents differ harmony. And fish and soy used as the main source of protein promote a healthy heart. In addition, many Japanese are taught from childhood that rise from the table should done when you are still a little hungry because greediness is not typical for them.
The degree of obesity of the nation: 1,5%
Life expectancy: 82 years

2. Singapore

It may seem strange that a fairly monotonous diet, 80% consisting of rice, was named one of the healthiest in the world. However, Singaporeans seize rice with lots of vegetables. Fish and meat are being used as the main source of protein in various culture, are extremely rare on the tables of local residents. The passion to satisfy the hunger for sweet things Singaporeans are eating fresh tropical fruits or something cooked out of them such as puddings and casseroles without adding sugar.
The degree of obesity of the nation: 1,8%
Life expectancy: 82 years.

3. China

That version of Chinese cuisine, which you can while having a visit to your hometown Chinese restaurant is quite far from what the Chinese are eating at home. Basic diet is made up of various vegetables, fruits, whole grains and legumes. Chinese cabbage, daikon, soy, ginger and garlic can be found everywhere. By the way, the last two spices miraculously speed up metabolism and promote harmony. As frying everything is extremely fast, literally taking only a few seconds, then this method of cooking food saves vitamins and minerals.
The degree of obesity of the nation: 1,8%
Life expectancy: 73 years

4. Sweden

It is unlikely that life expectancy is associated exclusively with the Swedish food habits. Most likely, the strong influence of the high level of medicine and life care in general. In this northern country they use only a little of fruits and vegetables and the basic diet are dairy products, brown bread, fish and berries. Calcium in dairy products helps the body to burn fat, fiber-rich rye bread and berries contain many antioxidants. And even the habit of eating oily fish such as salmon and herring might be considered reasonable as a good food for the heart. Except of the food Swedish are regularly skiing almost all year round and thus burning the fat.
The degree of obesity of the nation: 11%
Life expectancy: 81 years

5. France

Most people have heard a lot about the famous French paradox. This nation does not gain weight, despite the ardent love of the fatty cheese and chocolate, which certainly can not be called low-calorie. The secret lays in the fact that French do not have the traditional for many other countries, “snacks” and except this the portions served at main meals are so small that the body does not get excess calories. Despite the fact that the French are not shy to use the oil, they use it rarely, preferring hot food processing to be with more healthy methods: such as baking or stewing.
The degree of obesity of the nation: 6,6%
Life expectancy: 81 years

6. Italy

Traditional Italian cuisine has little to do with the huge portions of pizza or pasta, with plenty of meat and liberally seasoned with cheese, which are so popular in Italian restaurants around the world. In Italy itself people prefer to use more vegetables and legumes for their dishes, and pasta which is always made of durum wheat!  It is being used in very small quantities and not as a main dish. In addition, as it is known, Italians love olive oil, which is rich in unsaturated fatty acids, and promotes healthy heart. The main methods of cooking are usually grilling, cooking, baking or steaming.
The degree of obesity of the nation: 13%
Life expectancy: 80 years

7. Spain

Remembering the famous Spanish Serrano ham, jamon, you are unlikely to desire considering the kitchen of this nation to the healthy ones. But remember that jamon is being served with almost transparent slices, and as a snack rather than a main dish. The foundations of the Mediterranean diet are the fiber-rich vegetables and low-fat products. Spaniards look to cook in olive oil, using plenty of vegetables and legumes, and in addition, to eat a lot of seafood varieties, which are so much in Spain. Citrus and almonds, growing in this country, can also be attributed to the extremely useful food. Here frying is rarely used when cooking. Most used baking, stewing or cooking food.
The degree of obesity of the nation: 16%
Life expectancy: 80 years

8. South Korea

The basis of the Korean diet is low-fat foods: tofu, noodles, fish and vegetables. In addition, a significant place in Korean cuisine is placed on kimchi – seasoned with lots of hot spices pickled vegetables, which are eaten at breakfast, lunch and dinner. The only unhealthy meal of Korean cuisine, grilled beef, though loved by locals, but is used only on major holidays. For comparison, the average Korean eats just 7 pounds of meat in a year, while the ordinary citizen of the United States – 30 kilograms.
The degree of obesity of the nation: 10%
Life expectancy: 79 years

9. Israel

Israeli cuisine is full of such useful products such as beans, eggplant and olive oil. Also, when cooking they use a large variety of spices and herbs. There’s even a plant called yellow ginger growing only in Israel which contains many useful components that improve the digestion and metabolism. Mint, which is unthinkable without the traditional salad Tabbouleh, in its turn, is rich in manganese and vitamins A and C. Tajin, the main ingredient in hummus, supplies the body zinc, calcium and folic acid.
The degree of obesity of the nation: 24%
Life expectancy: 81 years

10. Greece

American nutritionist convinced that the Greeks suffer from obesity not because their food is unhealthy, but because of the ever-present fast food. The true Greek cuisine is based on cereals, legumes, vegetables and fish which we might say that fully denies the presence of something unhealthy.
The degree of obesity of the nation: 25%
Life expectancy: 80 years

General conclusions of the study are as follows. Eat less meat and more fish and vegetables, do not get carried away with hot food in deep fat and then you are healthy.

10. No walking in a swimsuit! Grenada

It looks like half-naked beauties are pretty annoying for the local residents of this country. Otherwise, why it was taking such a harsh law? Lying on the beach in a bathing suit is not precluded. However, if you decide to walk in it down the street, then theoretically it could cost you $ 270. However, the local Tourist Board argues that the severity of the “law on bathing suits” is eased by not having its execution. In fact, no one has been fined for a defile in bikinis while walking on the street.

9. Driving with headlights off. Denmark, Czech Republic

It does not matter whether the rain falls, it’s snowing or the sun shines brightly in the sky – the lights of your car should be turned on all the time. This is, perhaps, a bit strange, but you better never joke with the traffic rules. Moreover, such a requirement is not entirely unreasonable. Studies have shown that other drivers are more aware of maneuvering around cars, if they have the lights on, and it helps to reduce the number of accidents.

8. Stopping the car and walking on the highway. Germany

Turning off your engine and walking along the highways of Germany on foot is strictly prohibited. Even if you are running short on the gasoline and the car died out, you will not only have to worry about buying some fuel, but also to pay about 100 Euros of fine. Approximately the same amount of money might be laid out, if you will decide to walk with a canister to the nearest gas station on the highway on foot. Although such actions on the German roads are rare and there are also no restrictions on speed, you better be careful as the rule breaking might cause your life.

7. Do not feed the pigeons! Italy

You can admire Venice, riding on it on the gondolas, going to the best museums, but you should never feed the pigeons! It’s not a joke, but rather a rule. These birds which used to be harmless in Italy are a big disaster now. Urban municipalities are annually spending huge sums trying to clean up litter from pigeons which is being collected around the homes and monuments. Those who feel sorry for the birds, might need to carry in their pockets not only bread crumbs, but also 50-60 Euros. But sometimes the penalties for this offense can reach up to 600 Euros.

6. Small coins are outside the law. Canada

“Money – it is always money” – you think so? Once in Canada, you might change your mind. In this country it is not always possible to pay with small change. Special  law enacted in 1985, explains how you can use a penny: in general there should be no more  than “reasonable amount” of them, and the seller may refuse a buyer who comes into the store with a couple of kilos of coins. And what is just exact amount to call it reasonable for legislators is forgotten to be registered.

5. Society of clean vehicles. Russia

Approaching the Russian capital, do not forget to wash the car! Given that the roads in Moscow are not only composed of asphalt, but often from deep muddy puddles, you will have to do regularly. And although the penalty you may receive only for the dirty, unreadable numbers, but if you fall under the regular campaign “Month of clean cars”, you might get into a boring educational conversation with the representatives of the road inspection even for the small amount of dust on the car.

4. No public eating during Ramadan. UAE

If you are traveling to the UAE during Ramadan, a simple lunch in a restaurant will cost you much more than in any other days of the year. At this time you might be prohibited from eating on the streets. For eating in a public place, you can even go to prison, like the two British tourists who had to give up freedom for three weeks. Other poor guy had to pay 275 dollars just for having to allow himself for drinking some juice during the day.

3. No kissing at the train stations! France, United Kingdom

In the most romantic country in the world- France- you are forbidden to kiss at the railway stations! The end of romantic farewell and meetings came in 1910 when it was adopted such an unusual law. It fell on the soul and the British quickly adopted the French experience. These rules apply so far, although the times and circumstances have changed. Indeed, originally it was intended to prevent delays of trains! As punishment for this offense is not provided, the maximum that could threaten the lovers – they might simply be asked to move from the apron to the parking lot.

2. The ban on topless behind the wheel. Thailand

No matter how tempting the idea is to take off the top, when there is a tropical heat, and you are driving a car or motorcycle, this is not worth it. This seems to be rather non-logical law, even though it feels like the country is trying to make everything to look serious in their country. Being topless is forbidden, and if you break it you will be punished by a fine of $ 10. Although, perhaps it is not so big of price to pay for a little refreshment?

1. Attention! Bubble Gum! Singapore

If you are planning a trip to +Singapore and you do not want problems, do not forget to put away the gum from the pockets. Furthermore, in this country it is strictly forbidden to spit on the streets and feed the birds. All prohibitions are associated exclusively with aesthetics: it’s not pleasant to walk on the spit-covered sidewalks, covered with chewing gum and bird droppings. You can chew a particular nicotine gum, and even then, only if permitted by the doctor.

The hint here is over the fact that each region is specialized on a particular type of alcohol drink and that’s why the best of no-risking is to choose the most popular drinks of the region.

Black Sea coast of Caucasus

Firstly I would like to advise you not to buy the draft beer, which is being sold almost in every corner of the crossroads. It is mostly wretched, with lots of preservatives. You better go along the option of drinking the best homemade red wine, which is being sold in all of the resort areas. Here you can find the solutions for every taste – dry to sweet or something in between. However consider the fact that the one being sold in some streets might somehow be over-sugary and that’s why before buying, you can consult with the locals – where they are buying wine for themselves. Good wine at the Black Sea coast usually costs around 10-15 rubles per liter which is a lot more than in regular malls. Manufacturers of really good homemade wine can not raise their prices high due to the high competition.

Japan

Well, of course, sake. Just do not expect from a special strength from it as from vodka. Sake has only 20-degree strength, and it’s being served in special earthenware bottles with a capacity of a glass. That is, after returning home, we can safely tell your friends about how “we took another Yasubari half a dozen bottles of sake and even crushed them out but this it wasn’t enough”.  This might simply be true. However, if you drink in Japanese way -with tiny portions then it may well be enough. Drinking alcohol in small portions enhances intoxication that’s why you cannot drink too much. There is even an old student recipe: a bottle of beer can be spelt into a soup bowl and eaten as a soup with a spoon.

And that’s how you get drunk from a single bottle of beer. Speaking of beer. Those who can not live without it so much that even in Japan don’t want to drink sake – I can recommend the traditional Japanese beer with a quite good taste and gorgeous name “Ebusya”.

France

France and the wine are inseparable from each other. But everything depends on the place. Parisians themselves recommend that visitors drink Bordeaux or Champagne. And a word about that in order to drink champagne “from the plow” (more precisely, “from the vine”), you must, of course, go to the province of Champagne. If you find yourself in any of the Provence, we recommend to fulfill your wonderful meal drinking pink Cote de Provence or Bandol Rose. In the south-east of France it’s best to drink red wine from local vineyards. Here, literally, find out the name of yonder vineyard on the outskirts, and compare with the inscription on the bottle. They should be the same.

In addition to wine, France is great for drinking cocktails. In Paris – all the exotic: Long Island, Mai-Tai, Weng Weng. In Provinces the traditionally strong drink is pastis – 45-50 degrees, driven from anise. Locals normally dilute pastis 50/50 with water and drink with ice. The parts close to the shores are very popular for the perroke – pastis with mint syrup and ice. One of the symbols of France – Absinthe – is now banned in the country, but in the French Alps, as its replacements can be called chartreuse and Génépi – up to 50-60 degrees. They are served free, but they are strongly recommended to dilute. By the way, though illegally in Paris, absinthe is still selling.

Ireland

Guinness. A thousand times Guinness. Nowhere in the world has Guinness had such gentle creamy foam, nowhere it has such taste, as in Ireland – where it is invented. No, seriously. In pubs Guinness tastes different from what we can get in Germany – at home a taste of Guinness is softer and fuller. The best Guinness is served in Dublin, you can try at the brewery. You can drink something else besides the Guinness – it will be whiskey. Ireland and Scotland are still arguing about who invented whiskey. The official version – whiskey, like Christianity, first appeared (thanks to St Patrick) in Ireland. And almost immediately migrated across the strait to the friendly Scottish tribes. As a fact, the Irish whiskey tastes milder than the Scottish one, and besides it’s cheaper. Whiskey on the island is being added in literally everything. Including the coffee. Irish coffee – is the limit of tenderness. The best thing ever is the whipped milk, coffee and whiskey. This is a favorite drink of women.

Italy

“And goes back to his room aboard the ladder / lodger, carrying grappa in his pocket / committed by a man in a raincoat / son who lost memory, a country, / hump on his crying in the forests of aspen, / if someone is crying about it all. «This is not a non-sense but rather the lines from Brodsky, after which you usually open the bottle. Grappa is an abandoned drink. It is made from marc – the remnants of grapes after they took out all the juice into the wine. It turns out such thing is rather brandy despite the fact that sometimes it is with a strange aftertaste and a slight smell of booze. However, if you suddenly find yourself in Batallya, where you can get this charming golden liquid grappa is of very high quality. At the local, privately owned plantations, grapes are being crushed with a special soft press, and therefore the overflow for grappa is a lot of juice. Drink grappa, but only if the wonderful Italian wine no longer amuses you.

Czech Republic

Beer, beer and more beer again! Naturally, draft. A mug of beer in the Czech Republic is cheaper than in a lot of places, and the quality – excellent. If you want to fully enjoy your time- go to any restaurant, which has its own brewery. Distinguishing them is quite easy – in the first place, usually such things are advertised at the entrance, and secondly, inside there are two giant closed basins. That is, it’s a natural brewery, which is built directly into the restaurant. The quality of beer in the restaurant breweries is often higher than in ordinary factories of Czech beer. .

Finland

In addition to the standard vodka exotics, in Finland is absolutely popular for its wonderful liqueurs: cranberry, cloudberry (Lakka Liqueur) and sea buckthorn. You simply cannot find them anywhere else. That’s why it’s really worth a try. But be reasonable: Duty free shops at the border sell them for five dollars, and in most of Finland – almost fifteen. That’s why you should decide which option will be more convenient for you.

Don’t you ever dreamed of having a luxurious vacation? But here comes the next question of affordability. Well, I think this was taken into account when creating this list of luxurious places, as none of them will threaten four financial status giving you truly unforgettable memories.

So it feels like you’ll get a chance to stay in an exclusive place paying less than $150.

1. Oops! Paris, France

Some of the tourists think that this place is designated for the pack backers. Well, they got it wrong. This budget hotel Oops! is a designer masterpiece. The creators made a color-game to recharge the energy of the tourists. Everything starts with an introduction to the red-white lobby, and followed with 46 rooms of pink or green walls. Even the bathrooms which are located in 12 of them have a quite impressive décor of mood-raising tiles. However, it’s better to get this kind of recharging at night and spend the rest of the day scrolling in the Latin Harlem, only few minutes walk.
Pricing: From $ 72 per double room

2.Mama Shelter, Paris, France

Can you imagine a typical garage turned into a hostel? No, well, the French designers did creating a unique hostel with over 170 rooms. It makes no sense to prove that this hostel is simply unique. And thing is that it’s not only hosting a hostel, but also a cool youth concert hall, so you definitely won’t be left without music. As if you pay more attention to the walls, you’ll find a lot of interesting things to discuss. So the evening in a room with strange light bedside lamps, made of masks for Halloween or a cup of tea in the cozy dining room with chairs, painted with exotic animal images.
Pricing: From $ 128 per double room

3. Hard Days Night Hotel, Liverpool, United Kingdom

I bet you’ve heard of “The Beatles». One could assume that a thematic hotel, dedicated to the Beatles, appeared in the hometown of the famous group of long time ago. However, the Hard Days Night Hotel opened only last year but got a chance to earn the interest of a huge number of tourists and locals. The walls of the hotel are decorated with huge photos of singers, everything connected to their musical life- all this will be surrounding the person who dwells in one of its 110 rooms. The hotel is designed for those funs that are rather energetic and young and plan to have a “rest” from the everyday routine.
Pricing: From 141 USD per double room

4. Fronlas, Wales, United Kingdom

Being in the UK, you better leave the capital for some time and spend the weekend in a small town located in the heart of ancient Wales. Well, Wales is Wales, but the hotel itself is only for 4 hours away from the capital if you take a classical British train. The place is typical environmental place. The cozy hotel occupies a small house of three rooms. Each of them has its own design and framed with environmental materials. And the best thing about this “organic hotel” is the fact that the windows of it are straightly overlooking the Valley National Park. The hotel serves organic dishes and refreshments such as a pure red wine.
Pricing: From $ 138 per double room

5. LÁNCHíD 19, Budapest, Hungary

When people say that the glass is nothing if compared with diamonds they don’t take the fact that sometimes the glass can turn into a real diamond. This is the case with this awesome Hungarian hotel. It is built entirely of glass. Judge for yourself: the huge windows of its rooms offer a panoramic view of the Danube. The transparent floor lobby allows you to see the excavated ruins of medieval towers. But the most impressive time of the day is night as the colorful lights installed all over the hotel make it simply a masterpiece. The interiors of all 48 rooms surprise guests with designer findings, whether it is magnetic chess board on the wall or bath, separated from the room with transparent sliding partitions.
Pricing: From $ 101 for a double room

6.Viroth ’s Hotel, Siem Reap, Cambodia

I guess no one will leave Cambodia without visiting the fabled Angkor, but some of them also come her to  stay in the Viroth’s Hotel, located only 4 kilometers from the ancient city. It can also be considered to be a part of the ancient history of the place. It is located in one of the few surviving buildings built in the style of Khmer Art Nouveau so popular in 1960s. Two years ago the owners of the hotel turned this two-storey villa into a comfortable boutique hotel with a swimming pool of  sea water on the roof, outdoor Jacuzzi and spa.
Pricing: From $ 90 per double room

7.Blue Lime, Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Blue Lime can be easily confused with an ordinary dwelling house. And only a small golden plaque with sliding wooden doors will tell you that you are going to enter  an unusual 14-room hotel  which was opened by French only last year. Everything inside – from the bookshelves up  to tables and seats – made of concrete. The green silk curtains and pillows of  fuchsia and tangerine are intended to smooth up such an urban interior. Another cool thing is that the windows overlook pleasant banana and mango orchards and a swimming pool with sea water.
Pricing: From $ 40 per double room

8.Seven, Bangkok, Thailand

The owner of “Seven” grew up in a family, which for decades sold paint, that’s why it is not surprising that his hotel is distinguished by bold color combinations. Each room is dedicated to one of six colors which were originally used by the familiar painters.  Everything in each of them – the paintings on the walls, bed linens, curtains – done in yellow, pink, green, orange, blue or purple tones. So when being asked about the hotel room you better make your choice based on your favorite color scheme. The seventh room – lobby (and also a bar with a gallery) is devoted to red.
Pricing: From $ 100 per double room

9.Maison d’Hanoi Hanova Hotel, Hanoi, Vietnam

The ancient quarter of the city where the hotel is located, dictates its own rules to most of the buildings. This new hotel with its 55 rooms is well blended into the surrounding landscape, although it is not entirely consistent with the canons of traditional architecture. Skylights and the silk  used in the interior of the rooms gives lightness, airiness to the overall appearance of the hotel  and the reliable double-glazed windows help to keep guests from the street noise which might be annoying especially for those who are planning to have a quiet rest at the hotel.
Pricing: From $ 148 per double room

10.Airstream Penthouse Trailer Park, Cape Town, South Africa

This hotel is designed for those who are truly dreamers as most likely they will be the one to better understand and appreciate this hotel. Its roof has seven trailers- turned into exclusive hotel rooms. Each of them has a topic to be based on: one is just like Barbie’s little house with a bright pink interior walls,  while the floor and ceiling of another one are painted with resembling sunbeams, large white peas in a pale blue background . It is left to say that all of the rooms are decorated by various famous designers.
Pricing: From $ 120 per double room.

Just take a few minutes at the listing of the most interesting musical festivals in Europe and try to get tickets as they are never enough for all!

Netmage
Italy, 21-23 January 2010

One of the most recent musical trends is cinematographic festivals. So as it is expected in one of the best places of the Italy in Bologna is going to host such a festival soon, in January 2010. It will be providing various kinds of contemporary electronic art and will impress the audience with a range of surprise shows. In the framework of the festival lays the sense of improvisation and unusual atmosphere, created through various audio-visual effects. It might sound a little bit surprising but all of this will be surrounded by the buildings created during the Renaissance era in one of the most beautiful cities.

Springfestival
Austria, 12-15 May 2010

Each year for the May weekend, which is being announced to be the Ascension Day, the majority of clubs in the Austrian Graz transform their stages into the places of performance to the participants of  various  electronic music and art festivals. The program includes all kind of genres: Drum’n'bass dubstep, electro, techno, house, breakbeat, hiphop, reggae, raga and others. And all of this is being represented by not more not less than 250 professional and newer music groups. As the main background of the festivals serves the alpine scenery. In addition to musical performances, you can participate in seminars around various aspects of the creation of electronic music, to improve your skills concerning the audio and video, and learn a lot of new things about the electronic art in overall.

Hellfest
France, 18-20 June 2010

As we all know France is always trying not to be over- left by the neighbor countries with its variety of musical festivals. Like all good festivals this “heavy metal” one, seems to be a place where it is possible to imagine ghosts wandering around at night or looking for a meeting with their friends. In 2010, the headliner of the festival will be one of the most popular rock groups- Kiss.

St Magnus Festival
Scotland, Orkney Islands, 18-23 June 2010

For fans of the classic music the most outstanding opportunities will be Orkney Arts Festival the superior proposal of the next year. Here you will not enjoy a lot of performances of popular bands, but also witness famous poets reading their own poems, and soloists performing classical works. And all of this will just be at the backdrop of the picturesque Scottish island. As for the participation is not required to be a professional but rather being able to accept new and fresh ideas in those classical art interpretation.

Gilles Peterson’s Worldwide Festival
France, 8-11 July 2010

This artist who has one of the world’s finest collections of music recordings, decided to have a representation of an insane combination of old and beloved Gil Scott Heron and the new stars Diplo French to the world in one of the awesome resorts  of France- Seth. Peterson festivals are considered to be the best and the most unusual ones among the fans of the electronic music due to a unique and original selection of performers. At this time the program is going to be finished by a fantastic 16-hour beach party on the resort town.

Tempo Latino
France, 22-25 July 2010

Salsa-lovers do not need to go to the faraway Brazil, to enjoy its rhythms and dancing for your pleasure. As before, the best festival of Latin music in 2010 will be held in Vic-Fezensac in late July. Here you can not only look at the best dancers, but also learn to dance yourself, and to more experienced ones- to learn new details of the moves. Moreover, master classes are conducted not only for adults but also for the children. Besides the main stage, concerts and dance parties are being held also in the local bars and restaurants.

Soundwave
Croatia, 23-25 July 2010

Although this Croatian Soundwave Festival is held in the old fishing village on the shores of the Adriatic Sea it is rather popular among the local and international audience. The action takes place either in the amphitheater or on the luxurious beach terrace, where you can get tanned under the afternoon sun, and the evenings promise not to be boring as you can dance till you drop until the morning. The beaches in this unique country that stretch for several kilometers are usually deserted and are always there to shelter the dance and music tourists, who got exhausted from the show. A delicious local cuisine will quickly restore power to you once again, so you can have fun enjoying the evening parties.

World Fleadh
Ireland, August 2010

Those who are just going crazy over the Celtic music simply cannot miss the Irish World Fleadh – a festival entirely devoted to Irish culture. You cannot just listen to music, but also have a glance at the inflammatory national dances, or even learn how to join them with simple movements, as well as participate in various performances. The festival makes it possible to distinguish guests and the locals, so you better buy a national costume to make yourself invisible.

No Fun
Sweden, September 2010

If you are familiar with the reputation of Brooklyn Festival No Fan, which is full of sticky traders, special effects overdone by the sound operators, and the atmosphere itself contributes to the noise of the public, then is might be rather weird if you will choose Sweden as a quiet and calm place for the European counterpart. The fall of 2010 in Stockholm, will be interesting especially for the fans of Wolf Eyes and Hair Police. I guess after these name announcements it becomes clear what happened to the “quite Europe” idea.

Iceland Airwaves
Iceland, November 2010

During the entire duration of the festival it seems like the capital of Iceland just breaths with it. Streets which are always overcrowded with music fans and the submission of bands of any genre are both in big clubs, and in tiny attics or cafes with only a few tables. If you are getting tired of loud music or excessive alcohol, it is possible to get a “detoxification» while spending a tour on a snowmobile, or close to the geysers.

Here we will introduce you the top 6 places where you can organize both deserved and desired holiday.

1. Musical Concerts in Budapest, Hungary

The Hungarian capital is going to extraordinary pomp as well as Hungarians are doing their best to make the proper spirit for the royal festivities to celebrate the New Year.  This year on the last day of 2009, December 31 at the Budapest Opera House will be a concert of music by Johann Strauss performed by the Budapest Philharmonic Orchestra. The musician were preparing for the concert for almost a half year, so the impressions are guaranteed. If looking for a place to have a luxurious dinner with your beloved you might like the option of the famous restaurant “Gyundel”, where the chic awaits you, served in a box dinner starting from 80 and going up to 363 euros. The day before the grandiose celebration the Convention Center will be introducing a spectacular concert of 100 gypsy violins. For those who consider themselves to be religious on Jan. 3 in the Church of St. Matthias on the Buda hills you can enjoy New Year’s Mass with hymns. Another interesting fact about this awesome country is that the hotels cost here not that expensive so you don’t need to worry about the money-savings.

2. Chocolate Museum in Cologne, Germany

In addition to the popular art place of  Ludwig Museum which is introducing a collection of  one of the most beautiful expanse  of contemporary art in Europe, in Cologne, you can visit … Schokoladenmuseum – the museum of chocolate, and it is worthy to visit especially for those who like the movie “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.” The programme of the visit: the fountain with a hot liquid chocolate, with jets, which rise up to three-meter height. You’re even allowed to have a try! All of this sounds so good that it seems almost irresistible to avoid.
In Cologne, it is just pleasant to wander through the ordinary streets, where there are no annoying machines as they are not noisy and disturbing. The main hint here is the fact that you don’t need to pay too much of money to stay in the hotel right in the middle of the city, as there are a lot of more interesting hotels with nicer views and with a cheaper prices.

3. London sales, United Kingdom

They start on the next day after Christmas and last until 31 January- feels like one of the gorgeous deals for a whole month. It’s so interesting that the sales raise day by day and for the past two weeks they get up to 80%, particularly at the Regent Street or Oxford Street! In the same spirit and luxury hotels are: lower prices which make them more affordable for those who are planning to spend their European trip visiting UK. If the plan is not about money-saving, then you can try choosing through the range of expensive hotels, which become available with lower prices.

4.Silence and bliss in Mont-Royal, France

Those who are looking for relaxation and quiet time not far from the capital of the lovers, then we recommend Tiara Château Hotel Mont-Royal, which is only 30 minutes from Paris, near Chantilly. This small rural hotel is nothing like a former house for hunting dogs of a French baron of the Renaissance period. The former library which is now turned into a lounge bar will have a special celebration on the day of St. Sylvester (i.e.31 December) which will last for 22 hours. During the party the guests will be served a festive dinner with a special French champagne (199 euros per person, including a stay in a room on the top floor and breakfast).
The hotel has an indoor heated swimming pool, playground for a game of squash. In the woods nearby you can a walk or ride a bicycle if you want, so that the New Year you will meet with a proper exercising.

5.Music  Year in Warsaw, Poland

All 2010 in Poland will be held under the patronage of the bicentennial of the birth of Frederic Chopin, with a rather extensive program of various musical concerts and competitions. 7 January is going to be the starting day of the festivities in Warsaw, where Chopin’s heart is stored. And all of this will start with a concert at the Philharmonic House.
The Polish capital is an extraordinary place due to all of its pleasant scenes and spots to visit. The old quarters of the city were rebuilt after the Second World War and they were given their initial appearance and all of this looks simply charming.  One of the best places to stay in the hotel “Victoria” which is right the middle of the oldest and newest parts of the city, serving as a connecting chain for those parts and having details of both.

6. Relaxing Spa in Abano, Italy

Abano, an Italian thermal resort, which is known since the Roman times for the healing properties of local water, is located near the town of Padua.  Here the main treasure is not the five star hotel with all of equipments but rather a thermal spa. In an atmosphere worthy of the Visconti, thermal establishments offer a variety of Christmas programs, acting in the first week of January, it might sound a little bit weird but it’s true. The most intensive program combines both the cultural elements and physical procedures. If you still consider yourself not satisfied then you better also visit Verona, which not far away from here. One of the main reasons can serve the fact that here is now a fashionable exhibition: a collection of 400 creches, brought from all over the world, are being presented in the magnificent scenery of the Roman arenas.