Have you ever wanted to say, “remember that time we slept in a haunted jail?” Well it’s your (un)lucky day as HI Ottawa Jail Hostel in Canada is a half-converted hostel complete with ghostly screams, reported sleep paralysis, and unwanted visitors standing at the end of your bed. ? @luyao_bai The Ottawa County Jail in Canada, now…
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12 abandoned places that are just the right amount of scary
What is urbexing? It’s a kind of photography that involves sneaking around an abandoned amusement park or exploring the dilapidated charm of an abandoned hotel with some mates to get cool and eerie photographs. If that sounds like your kind of thing, here is a list of the best abandoned places around the world for…
17 Reasons to visit Liverpool beyond The Beatles
Almost always, the first thought that comes to mind when we hear about Liverpool is that it is the birthplace of the incomparable Beatles. Whether we are fans of the band or just part of our general cultural knowledge, the truth is that much of the information we will find about the city of Liverpool…
Beach parties and sex temples – 6 of the best reasons to visit India
India. The name has a deep and profound resonance within the backpacker community. The sights, the smells, the foods, the way of life, everything is a wonderful shock to the senses. There are some things that should be illegal to miss out on when visiting the country. Indian boarder security shouldn’t let you leave until…
10 Facts About Hong Kong You Might Not Know for Your Next Trip
We’ve all heard the name and visualized what this massive metropolis looks and feels like, but to my utter amazement, Hong Kong had a very different vibe than I expected. Here are ten facts about Hong Kong that you might not already know from my last visit… If you’re more visual, you can also check out this video which highlights…
11 hostels all music lovers will adore
Travelling the world is one of life’s greatest joys, but if you’re anything like me or the travelers I’ve encountered, music is just as important. If you’re the type of person who has songs constantly swirling around your head, and drums pulsing through your veins, then you’re in luck! Get ready to rock and roll…
Sak Yant Tattoo: What It’s Really Like To Get Inked By A Thai Monk
A Sak Yant, or yantra, tattoo is a sacred Thai tattoo hand-poked by a Buddhist monk or master, and the best-known place to get one is Wat Bang Phra, about 50 km west of Bangkok. You pay with a small offering, the monk chooses the design and every design carries a blessing. Below, writer Steven…
10 Interesting Facts About Prague [Video]
Discover a few interesting facts about Prague:
Top 10 markets from around the world
Looking for great value on everything from vintage cloths to vinyl or from sneakers to shades? Want to know where to find the best selection of stalls filled with great value products? Then check out our top ten markets from around the world… 1. London: Check out the alternative at Camden Market Smack bang…
15 Amazing Bond Movie Locations You Must Visit
We explore some of the most beautiful Bond movie locations of the most recent Bond reboots that you can visit, from Casino Royale to Skyfall. CASINO ROYALE The first Bond movie to feature Daniel Craig as well as the first book featuring Bond written by author Ian Fleming. The movie follows Bond as he tracks…
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