Did you even know you can spend the night in the 'Ice Kingdom'? Yes, since 1989. It's not called like the popular cartoon, but Icehotel. This year, the 28th version of the hotel was put on display, as it gets a new look every winter. Wondering what it looks like this year?
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The steepest rail funicular in the world is open! It is located in Switzerland and connects the town of Schywz and the mountain village of Stoos. Here, the funicular climbs to 1,300 meters above sea level with a 110% gradient (for every 100 meters of length, it can climb 110 meters in height). Experts assessed the project as an extremely great success of modern engineering.
The word camping probably sounds quite strange at this time of year. We prefer to imagine a pine forest, needles on the ground, barely any clothes on and the smell of the sea. But these are our perceptions or experiences. You can also camp in winter, in deep snow, at Sampi Nature Camp.
Now is the best time to visit the most beautiful Christmas destinations and fairs. Therefore, if you dream of dream Christmas destinations, then the European Best Destinations selection, where they have chosen the best Christmas fairs in Europe 2018, can certainly help you in your choice. This year, the Croatian capital Zagreb is also in first place.
For many years, the New Year's celebration in Budva has been marked by concerts of the most popular music groups from the countries of the former Yugoslavia. With three nights of top entertainment and a varied daily program, Budva is known as one of the most desirable destinations during the New Year holidays.
Just like in Ljubljana, the Christmas season was officially opened in Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania, on December 1. At that time, the main Christmas tree, which stands in the main square in front of the cathedral, was lit. And it is undoubtedly the most spectacular Christmas tree in the world.
If you want to move away from the dreary winter weather, from the office or a place you are already tired of, at least for a few moments, then browse through our gallery, where dream destinations have been collected, where we want to escape to this winter.
Every year, the travel experts at National Geographic compile a list of the top destinations you should visit in the next 12 months. And this year's selection is excellent. Here are the destinations you should visit in 2018 according to National Geographic.
Merry December is here, the festive season is just around the corner, the Christmas holidays are upon us. Universal Studios Hollywood has an extra surprise up its sleeve for Harry Potter fans. Meryascoveene Park has been turned into a beautiful winter village where you can now spend Christmas.
Everyone who likes to skate is invited not only to Ljubljana, but also to Bled. The Bled skating rink with a view has recently opened on the terrace of Kavarne Park, and you can enjoy skating until March 4 next year.
You are certainly no stranger to the comedy Home Alone, especially during the Christmas season, when you can see it at almost every turn. This year marks the 25th anniversary of the second installment, Home Alone 2: Lost in New York. On this occasion, you can experience Kevin's life from A to Z at The Plaza Hotel.
There is almost no worse nightmare for a traveler than the one when, after a long day of wandering, he wants to check into the hotel, it is already very late, and the receptionist informs him that, unfortunately, all the rooms are occupied. But now there is a hotel where, when you book a room, you will be told the same news, but it will make you happy. Um?