Tag: travel
Alila Villas Hadahaa, Maldives
by L.A. on Feb.22, 2010, under everything else
my mental escape for the day… Alila Villas at the Hadahaa resort in Maldives…
Seymourpowell – Aircruise
by L.A. on Feb.11, 2010, under transportation
Design company Seymourpowell has unveiled a new transport concept, the Aircruise – a giant, vertical airship powered by natural energy and designed to carry travellers in style and luxury. i seriously hope to take a cruise in one of these babies!!
Cenote Angelita, Mexico – The Cave With An Underwater River
by L.A. on Jan.21, 2010, under sports
how surreal would it be to go scuba diving, only todiscover that beneath the surface of the water there is a submerged forest, through which an underwater river is flowing! well, if you scuba, you can do exactly that in Cenote Angelita, Mexico. from Fortuna:
“We are 30 meters deep, fresh water, then 60 meters deep – salty water and under me I see a river, island and fallen leaves… Actually, the river, which you can see, is a layer of hydrogen sulphide.”
Scotland’s Hebrides Islands
by L.A. on Jan.13, 2010, under art
Scotland features an extraordinary landscape. perhaps more impressive than the mainland itself are the Hebrides Islands. National Geographic photographer Jim Richardson traveled to the area and captured the islands and its wildlife in full glory! take a look at Flylyf or read more about Jim’s travels over at National Geographic.
Plitvice Lakes National Park – Croatia
by L.A. on Dec.14, 2009, under everything else
there’s no wonder why Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia is the country’s most popular tourist destination… just look at the beautiful scenery! more over at TwistedSifter.
Luna2 Hotel – Bali
by L.A. on Nov.18, 2009, under architecture
this private beachfront resort in Bali looks lush……. a five bedroom residence rented only to one group at a time. a pool, ocean views, sun decks, beautiful surroundings…. ah to be at the Luna2!
Six Senses Destination Spa – Phuket
by L.A. on Nov.16, 2009, under architecture
it’s Monday and i’m daydreaming about Six Senses Destination Spa Phuket… and utterly JEALOUS of The Cool Hunter team who got to go there! read about their account and you’re sure to be tempted to book your reservations immediately!
What Will Come of Dubai?
by L.A. on Nov.13, 2009, under architecture
now that we’re in the midst of a global financial crisis, a great question has been raised in regard to up-and-coming metropolises banking on the travel industry… in particular, “What will come of brand Dubai?“.
MIT to Build Digital Cloud Over London?
by L.A. on Nov.13, 2009, under architecture
the Massachusets Institute of Technology is determined to build a massive digital cloud over the London skyline. although it may not be accepted as the winning entry for the city’s competition to build a lasting tourist attraction in Olympic Park, MIT is determined to make the project happen and will soon be asking for donations from individuals across the world. the cloud would broadcast digitally, informing visitors of race results, weather, etc. you can check out the rest of the action over at RaiseTheCloud.org.
The Berg – Biggest Artificial Mountain in the World
by L.A. on Nov.13, 2009, under everything else
woah… so Ze Germans are planning to build a mountain in the middle of Berlin! calling it “The Berg”, Germany hopes to make the mountain a major tourist attraction. at 1,000 meters high, The Berg will have snow on its peak from September – March. check out more specs over at ArchDaily.