Undoubtedly The Great Dune of Pyla happens to be the biggest sand dune in the whole of Europe. Also known as the Pilat, this large sand dune is situated in France. The dimensions are huge and enormous with a height of 117 meters and a length of 3km. It is extensively wide, approximately close to 500 meters.

The Great Dune of Pyla had always been an attractive tourist destination especially for people who are fond of travelling to the deserts. The best part about the place is that inspite of it being a desert the climate conditions are not extreme making the stay there very comfortable unlike other desert location where it is either unbearably hot or extensively cold causing discomfort.

Unfortunately a strong wind a couple of years back had destroyed The Great Dune of Pyla, however it is in the phase of revival and shall be an attractive spot once again.

Would you not like to visit the amazing land that the queen of Sheba ruled over? Are you not interested in knowing where myrrh and Frankincense originated from? Would you not like to find out where the famous Arabica coffee comes from? Well the answers to all these questions can be found on one of the most beautiful places on the Earth- Yemen. This is one of the most under rated places in the world.

This country situated in the southern part of the Saudi region has one of the most magnificent views of all times. This city is located on a mountainous basin meaning that this is one of the few places on the earth where you will be able to witness the raw beauty of the Arabian landscape. Although the old city is in ruins, the towers that still stand here transport you to an absolute state of rapt astonishment.

So many people every year want to visit Antarctica but very few can. It is not an easy adventure in Antarctica. There are a number of cruise trips available for a week or so. There is no government in Antarctica. Management is done through the treaty that was signed in 1959. Seven nations are a part of this treaty.

You should visit Antarctica only during March- October. Post these periods, it is of grave danger as you might get stuck in a sea of ice and wait for another 7 months to get out of there. You should hire a proper travelling company and go in a big group rather than going just with your family. The companies provide you a professional tour guide who will guide you through Antarctica.

Generally you are kept in the ice free shore and not taken into the interiors. March is the best time to go as you can sea penguins all around. The ship can go deeper and whale sighting becomes very easy as they travel on fast ice.

There is no better job than being a geologist. Going to new places, exploring the unknown, all of it is so fascinating. But if you really want to encounter the thrill of your lifetime, Mount Vesuvius is what you should have next in your soon-to-visit list.

Located in the Bay of Naples, in Italy, Mount Vesuvius is a stratovolcano and appears in the shape of a humpback mountain. Although it has been active several times, the last being in 1944, the most famous eruption dates back to AD 79, which devastated and completely grounded Pompeii, a city in Italy.

This volcano has been under constant geological monitoring. Studies pertaining to define the structural model of the volcano are often carried out. Rigorous seismic tomography and reflection analysis is undertaken, so as to predict when, in future, this sleeping giant will wake up from its ensuing sleep and reign chaos once again in the heart of Italy and the whole world.

Black forest (Schwarzwald) is a wooded mountain range in Germany. It runs for over 200 kilometers in length and 60kilometeres in breadth. Black forest is so called because it is a thick covered mountain range and the growth of conifers here is very dense.

Rivers such as the Danube, Murg, and wrenches surround it. It consists of trees like furs and pines. The highest peak in Black forest is Feldberg. It is a popular tourist spot and has several open air museums as well. Tourist spots include the towns and museums. There are several mines also which can be visited by the tourists.

You can find black forest foxes here which help in field work. Cuckoo clocks have being made here since the eighteenth century. Cross country skiing and mountain biking can be done here as well. Waterfalls such as Triberg waterfalls are the most famous waterfalls in Germany. Swabian is the dialect spoken here.

Do you indulge in adventure sports? If yes, then you must book yourself an amazing skiing holiday straightaway. When it comes to skiing there is no better place than Aspen. The Aspen Mountain is a ski area located just outside the city of Aspen in Colorado. It is the most favorite skiing destination among all skiing lovers. Whether you are a novice or a professional, Aspen is the perfect vacation you can gift yourself. 

Go online and check out the kind of accommodation packages available. Most resorts offer amazing package deals that include lodging, meals, ski passes, car rentals and travel insurance. If you plan a trip in summers, you will earn huge discounts. Beginners should opt for the Buttermilk Mountain as it provides you a great learning environment. The majestic mountains of Aspen offer you a perfect balance of exotic beauty and amazing adventure. You can also indulge in other activities like tobogganing, tubing and snowmobile tours.

It is winter time and you need to warm up, what better option than spending your winters in the Canary Island. It is the ideal vacation spot for winters to relax by the beach on a comfortable lounge chair with warm drink. The blue waves and the sand rejuvenate you completely.

A total of seven main islands and many smaller ones have made the Canary Island. The island has some of the best beaches in the country and very popular for adventurous sports like wind surfing or kite flying. The nightlife is also something to look forward to with innumerable bars and restaurants along the beach side.

Some popular beach resort in the Canary Island includes Famara Beach, or the resort at Playa del Carmen. During winters you can also sunbath in the nude beaches there. If you are crowd phobic then there are many quiet beaches in the Canary Island too located in secluded areas.

Turkey is one of the most exciting places of all time. The capital of Turkey, Istanbul has been the host to three major empires making it a place not just historically rich but culturally too. The Mediterranean coast along Turkey is one of the most exciting coasts for a historian. The cities from the Greek as well as roman civilizations are well preserved which help you take a stroll through historic times.

The archeology museum in Antalya is one place that you cannot miss when in Turkey. The city of Aphrodite along the coast of Aegean is a place worth visiting. Some sites from the Roman Empire attract tourists for the history as well as for non history enthusiasts as well. This includes the city of Ephesus as well as the ruins of the famous Troy. Of course when we are talking of Turkey’s places of historic interest, the Blue Mosque and the Topkapi Saravi cannot be missed out.

A visit to water falls is an experience one can dream of. The fall of the white trickles of water exports you to another world. The California falls are beautiful locales which have resulted to a rise in the tourism activity in the area. It’s an exquisite places that offers a range of activities. America boasts of some of the beautiful water falls in the world; California falls being one of them.

Located on the mountain range of California are North America’s highest waterfall Yosemite waterfalls. They are divided into 3 parts, the upper, middle and lower Yosemite. If you just need to have a scenic view, then walking around the lower cascades of Yosemite will give you immense pleasure.

In order to view the upper falls you have to hike the great heights. But the hike would prove worth it. Even the southern part of California is flooded with amazing waterfalls. They are such waterfall wonders that nature admirers wouldn’t be able to resist the look.

Planning to spend some quality time with your family? If yes, plan a visit to Longwood Gardens. This wonderful horticultural showplace encompasses 1050 acres of gardens, meadows and woodlands. The Longwood Gardens houses 11,000 types of plants and has more mountains than any other garden in the US.

 Here you will get a chance to explore and enjoy the beautiful garden and witness its rich history and tradition. You can also take a peek into world class horticulture department of Longwood. The Longwood Gardens is an ideal place to be enjoyed with your family. Your kids will definitely love to examine the insect catching plants and will love the dancing fountain.

 The Longwood Gardens is not only a world class destination because of its horticultural display but also for its dining and shopping experiences. The Terrace Restaurant offers world class formal dining experience and the menu has wonderful highlights. And at the Gardens Shop you can get anything you want.