When planning a vacation, we always have an ideal image in our minds. Whether we’re dreaming of relaxing on a gorgeous beach in Thailand or of taking a quiet gondola ride in Venice, it’s fairly easy to let our imaginations run away with us. However, reality can often be a cruel mistress! Click on each of the photos below to switch from the unrealistic pictures that travel agents show you to actual photos captured by tourists during high season.
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February isn't generally the most pleasant of months, so why not hop on a plane and go somewhere fun? These are the 10 best places to be in February.
8 Gorgeous Places Just Outside Rome You Should See...
You shouldn't limit yourself to the regular tourist spots of Rome. Here are 8 destinations close to Rome you'll love to visit.
Uncovering the Past: 16 Fascinating Archaeological Finds
Take a look at some of the most fascinating archeological finds of recent times.
20 Unusual and Intriguing Maps to Trigger Your Curiosity
You won’t view the world the same way after seeing these unusual maps.
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Here is a list of 15 of the most grandiose and exotic traditional wedding outfits you will ever see
The Uncompromising Beauty of the Southern Pole...
In this video you can see the storm of color that is the Aurora Australis, streaking across the skies of the most southern point on our globe.
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While these 8 tourist spots are extremely popular, they have lesser known eerie histories and haunting stories.
Come See the Architectural Wonders of Valencia
We're inviting you to a beautiful tour of one of the most interesting cities in the world, as well as one of the most beautiful.
When You Go to Japan, It's Like You're on Another Planet!
Japan is a country that'll surprise you so much, you'd be forgiven for thinking that you've arrived in another country. Take a look!
10 Beautiful Bays that Make Your Heart Sing!
The following 10 pictures show man and nature's relationship - how bays used to anchor ships only became the most beautiful places in the world.
15 Fantastic Islands Perfect for a European Adventure!
These hidden gems offer a uniquely magical addition to your European getaway.
This Beautiful Palace Appears to Hover Over the Water
When you see this palace, you'll want to stay there at least once in your life. In addition to its exquisite architecture, it appears to float on water.
Welcome to Stunning Chiang Mai, Thailand
Watch the following video and get a taste of the vibrant and diverse life you can experience in Chiang Mai, Thailand.
These Past Architectural Designs Were Ahead of Their Time
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This Stunning Island Is Often Called the Eighth Continent
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Dubai As You’ve Never Seen Before in 18 Photos
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The Most Gorgeous Train Rides in the USA...
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Why Train Tickets Are so Expensive in America
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The problem with these beautiful hotels is that, once you get there, you never want to leave!
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This is why you'll pick South Africa for your next vacation!
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10 Wonderful Places to Go Whale Watching
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Titanic Sub: What Really Caused a 'Catastrophic' Implosion
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Enjoy this collection of breathtaking aerial photographs taken by British pilot Lee Mumford.
The Road to Machu Picchu Makes it Even More Breathtaking
This 5 minute adventure video will make you feel like you're really visiting this amazing Incan temple. The quality is astonishing!
10 Terrific Attractions in the City of Gdańsk, Poland
I. Discovering what Gdansk has to offer will undoubtedly convince you not to overlook it when planning your trip to Poland or Europe.
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The world is home to many beautiful islands, but only some can truly be called magical. Here are 12 of the most magical islands in the entire world.
You Won't Believe That These Train Routes Actually Exist!
While most train journeys around the world are typically boring and uneventful, these terrifying ones more than make up for them!
Mont Saint Michel: A Fairytale Castle Mid-Sea...
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