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Whether they’re naturally formed or manmade, intricately detailed or strikingly simple, spiritual centers around the world offer a therapeutic place to reflect. Each has a fascinating past — some with roots in prehistoric times and many that have earned UNESCO World Heritage status. From an ashram in an Indian forest to a Buddhist temple on…
Pop Quiz: Are you one of those travelers who takes a photo of every single dish you eat? And when you return home from said trip, your mailbox (or inbox) is chock-full of Food & Wine, Saveur, and Bon Appétit magazines (or e-mails)? Do you know what it means to have an item cooked sous-vide,…
Known for its year-round tropical weather, laid-back atmosphere, and being the closest jumping off point to get to and from the Great Barrier Reef, northern Queensland has been a go-to destination for backpackers and pleasure-seekers for decades. Although it’s often overlooked for the stylish streets of Sydney and Melbourne, tourism has still taken off here…
Whether you’re an avid scuba diver or amateur snorkeler, a trip to the Great Barrier Reef should make everyone’s bucket list. Not only is it the world’s largest coral reef system, but the UNESCO World Heritage site is also one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Situated in the Coral Sea, off the…
Hundreds of countries have their spirit of choice — tequila in Mexico, rum in Cuba, and Jameson whiskey in Ireland, for example. Then there are the lesser-known liquors that are favored by a country, often enjoyed while laughing and conversing with friends and family at a neighborhood restaurant. Check out our list of six countries…
Foto: Flickr/Phillip Pessar Kunst lässt viele Herzen höher schlagen, denn es ist eine besonders eindrucksvolle Art, persönliche Eindrücke, Meinungen oder Botschaften zu vermitteln. Ob alte Künste oder moderne Gegenwartskunst – viele Menschen lassen sich gerne von den künstlerisch verpackten Wahrnehmungen kreativer Köpfe inspirieren und zum Nachdenken anregen. In einigen Städten macht es besonders viel Spaß,…
When it comes to finding the perfect beach, folks are usually drawn to pristine white sand and crystal-clear waters. But there’s another unsung sandy hero that deserves some praise and Instagram love, too. Black sand beaches, which are typically created by volcanic activity that occurs nearby, feature millions of pieces of glistening black basalt. And…
The hotel industry is constantly expanding. And therefore, our hotel coverage on Oyster.com is always growing to include new hotels that have just opened, iconic hotels that have been renovated to their original grandeur, and hotels in exotic, far-off destinations that we’ve just touched down in. Every week, dozens of hotels — with hundreds of…
There are few things in nature that have a lure as irresistible as a waterfall. People often trek countless miles, endure rain and insects, and sleep on the hard ground in order to catch a glimpse of the cascading water at the end of the journey. The excitement only builds as they inch closer and…
Los Cabos beach The ocean: It conjures up images of soaking up the sun, working up a sweat, and then splashing in the cool surf, bringing the body back to life once more. However, there are some oceanside destinations on the globe where swimming ranges from utterly unpleasant — to downright dangerous. The seven beaches…
