29/02/2020
Travel can be adventurous, exciting, at times stressful but more than anything, travel can truly be life transforming. There are certain experiences that can change you forever. These trips and experiences will leave you forever changed.
1. Ring road, Iceland
It feels like another planet when you take a drive around Iceland’s ring road. The view during the drive will stretch endlessly towards picturesque fields, waterfalls, beaches, lakes, glaciers, hot springs, islands.
2. Cairo, Egypt
Head into the desert on camelback to see the Great Pyramid of Giza. The 481- foot structure is the oldest wonder of the ancient world. Despite the dust, heat and tourist hustle, this place will leave you awestruck.
3. Machu Picchu, Peru
More than 7000 feet above level, this place is built into the peaks of the Andes mountains. Most cities built by the Inca civilization were unfortunately destroyed by the Spanish conquest. Being in a hidden location, Machu Picchu is one of the most well preserved Inca cities. An archeological gem that can take your breath away.
4. Grand Canyon, Arizona
This place has a unique history. It contains several major ecosystems. The canyon is full of hidden caves and it’s beauty is indescribable. An interesting fact about this place is that the temperatures vary greatly within the canyon.
5. Amazon
Amazon rainforest lies mostly in Brazil. There are smaller portions in Peru, Columbia. Bolivia, Ecuador, Venezuela. Explore the vast tropical rainforest and wonder how much we are unaware about life on earth and how much we can lose from its destruction.
6. Northern lights
Also known as Aurora Borealis, Northern lights can be seen from Alaska, Greenland, Iceland or Scandinavia. See this stunning natural phenomenon and marvel at the bright green, red, blue, purple, pink lights. It may be freezing out there but the experience is absolutely worth it.
If you are looking to take away more than just souvenirs from your next trip, consider these destinations.