Hiking Around Lake Bled
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There’s no place like Lake Bled, Slovenia! From paragliding to canyoning, this place is full of opportunities for thrill seekers!
For those who are looking for a laid-back time, try fishing, hiking, and horseback riding in this picturesque setting. Located only 4km northwest of Bled, the Vintgar Gorge is also a common destination for visitors. Walk along a footpath to a cascading waterfall and continue on to the historical church of St. Catherine. Known for its spectacular views, Lake Bled won’t disappoint! No matter what time of year, Lake Bled is truly picture-perfect!
RealTravel author Richlee7 writes:
“Bigger than I was expecting and 10 times more picturesque than my travel book suggested, this lake was truly formed by some higher force. Lake was rounded with a small island at the far end and on this island was a quaint little church.
At water level it was stunning but when you ascended the hill to the castle, the views were truly inspiring and breath taking. This was the first time I saw the lake as the hostel we were staying in was on the other side a hill. After checking in Rhys (who had already been here) took me up the tree covered path to the entrance of the castle where a small fee was paid. As we walked around the castle grounds we headed towards a small cafe by the castle walls, only then was I struck by the sheer beauty and expanse of Lake Bled” (more…)
RealTraveler mroc2103 talks about traveling to the Vintgar Gorge:
“At the far end of the gorge are a couple of small waterfalls, one of which is man made. It is just after these that I turned off and started to follow the trail back to Bled. It goes up and over the hill and stops at a little wooden roofed church called St Catherines. The church was locked but very pretty with the snow covered mountains behind it. It is then an easy walk along the edge of the road (it even has a footpath in sections) back through the village of Zasip to Bled” (more…)
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Source: Teresa Nielsen
read comments (0)Adventure at Mammoth Lakes
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Welcome to Mammoth Lakes, the ideal place for an unforgettable vacation. From camping and canoeing to golf fairways and tennis courts, there is definitely something for everyone! The kids will love a hayride or even a hike through the lush Inyo National Forest. Looking for adventure? This is the perfect place for ATV rides, 4-wheeling, and rock climbing. If you want to explore outside of Mammoth Lakes, take a short day trip to State Historic Park. Now a ghost town, Bodie was once a booming gold-mining town. Over fifty years ago the residents of Bodie abandoned the town and today it remains in a state of “arrested decay.” Visitors can see homes and classrooms exactly as they were left, and marvel at the mystery that surrounds this ghost town.
“Day 1 was spent at Iris Slab in the Inyo National Forest - not the easiest area to access with a wobbly log across a wide stream testing our balance and coordination skills early on! It was a good spot to practice belaying each other and also great for V to learn how to “fall” off the rock - to prove that all the safety systems we were learning worked! The granite slab was very different to Smith’s tufty hardened volcanic ash, it was much dirtier!
Day 2 was a long dusty drive to Area 13 at Clark Canyon, to some harder climbs on a tufty type rock. We felt v safe in the company of what seemed like the entire Mammoth Ski Patrol who had chosen the same spot for the day” (more…)
Plan your trip today! Visit:
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Source: Teresa Nielsen
End of Summer Fun at Lake Louise
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Take the entire family for some fun at Lake Louise in Alberta, Canada. Set in the breathtaking Canadian Rockies, this Lake is the perfect place for relaxation as well as adventure. The kids will love to play in the outdoors at beautiful Banff National Park. You might also enjoy a professionally guided hike through Larch Valley, Staley Glacier, and Plain of 6 Glaciers. With over 113 trails, you will surely find a hike suitable for both you and the kids! Relax your mind as you go on a horseback ride through the golden fall leaves to Lake Agnes. However you choose to entertain yourself, be sure to keep a camera handy, as Lake Louise is set amongst the famous Victoria Glacier, a favorite destination for photographers.
RealTraveler Brisbird tells us:
“The view from our room of Lake Louise was amazing. It is hard to believe the color of the lake - a light turquoise. Today it is really cold outside - and as we looked up at the mountains, it looked like it was snowing!!! Not long after, as we were walking around and taking heaps of photos, a few flecks of snow start falling on us…We head off along the old highway towards Banff at around midday. We are limited on this road due to the native wildlife in the area, with the speed limit set to 50klm/hr. This makes the 130klm drive to Banff longer than expected. We stop along the way at Johnstone Canyon to stretch our legs on the 1.5km walk to the falls here” (more…)
To plan your trip to Lake Louise, visit:
Lake Louise Attractions
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Source: Teresa Nielsen
Relax at Lake Como
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This week we will visit some of the world’s most enchanting lakes. From Lake Como to Lake Louise, each destination has its own unique appeal.
Welcome to Lake Como, Italy. Known for its lush landscape and neighboring Alps, this place is sure to please. Lined with beautiful Italian villas and even palm trees, this lake serves as a relaxing getaway for all who visit. Stop by the town of Bellagio, located at the basin of the lake and enjoy the peace and quiet this low-key destination has to offer. Some helpful advice, trains from Milan depart for Lake Como almost every hour. Once you reach Lake Como it is easiest to travel by boat.
RealTraveler Stacy shares:
“In truth, my time in Como was Clooney-free. Sorry to disappoint. Lago di Como, however, was beautiful…or at least it was beautiful the one day it didn’t rain. Luckily, that was the day I picked to cruise the lake on the public ferries. Its about 2 hours by ferry up the lake to Bellagio, where I wandered for awhile enjoying the sun and the views. Then a quick 15 minute ferry hop to Varenna, a very quaint, teeny lake-side village. Then back to Como by the ferry again. It was, in a nutshell, gorgeous!” (more…)
RealTraveler 1sweetjourney tells of the Lake:
All I have to say about Lake Como is that it is beyond beautiful and if you readers ever get a chance you should go. I would love to go back and spend some more time there. It’s not the Italy you usually think about visiting. There are no big museums or artistic masterpieces other then nature’s own. It’s the perfect get away from the run around that usually occurs with trips to Europe. Rest and relaxation is the name of the Varenna game. Check it out sometime!! (more…)
Plan your trip to Lake Como today!
Lake Como Attractions
Lake Como Hotels
Source: Teresa Nielsen
Travel to Tianjin, China
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Today we will travel to Tianjin. Literally meaning “where the emperor crosses the river,” Tianjin, China is a place of increasing popularity. Many tourists enjoy a visit to Ancient Culture Street or Gu Wenhua Jie. Here, you can browse through numerous shops and stalls to find all sorts of knick knacks and souvenirs. While exploring the city, stop and admire the beautiful Haihe River, dubbed the “mother river” of Tianjin. Have the kids with you? They will love a trip to the Haihe Fountain Amusement Park! Also, be sure to stop by Dule Temple, home to an ancient multi-storied pavilion. If you are in the mood to travel outside of the city, travel to Mt. Panshan Scenic Area. Located 68 miles outside of Tianjin, this lush mountain area will take you away from the hustle and bustle of city life. With numerous ancient temples surrounded by jade pine trees, Mt. Panshan will surely take your breath away!
RealTraveler Noctroler tells of a recent experience in Tianjin:
“To our delight, we realized that the Olympic torch relay was passing through Tianjin and it was only a few blocks away from our condo. Matt, my brother Davy and I walked towards the relay hoping to catch a glimpse of the event. It was only 8 in the morning but it already felt like 30 degrees (By the way, there is blue sky in China!!!!). We walked for about 30 minutes and found ourselves surrounded by beautiful European architecture left behind from the European concessions in the area” (more…)
Continuing the adventure, Noctroler shares:
“After breakfast we set out to find a catholic church that Joanna’s grandmother worked in when Joanna was a child living in Tianjin, and after about a 20 minute walk, we arrived at Xikai (St. Joseph) Catholic Cathedral. The Cathedral, built in 1917, looked out of place lying between a modern mall and towering skyscrapers, yet its concession era architecture was stunning both inside and out. It was nice to take a moment to rest inside, as it we found it very quiet and calm within the cathedral itself” (more…)
Plan an exciting trip to Tianjin today!
Tianjin Attractions
Tianjin Hotels
Source: Teresa Nielsen