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Seven reasons to travel to Finland, the happiest country in the world

The first thing that comes to mind when thinking of Finland is an image of cold and snow, the contrasts between the midnight sun and the polar night, and all this because a third of its territory is in the Arctic Circle. But it is also known for being the land of ‘the thousand lakes’ and the home of Santa Claus, for its wonderful northern lights and, surprisingly, for being the happiest country in the world to live in according to the World Happiness Report made by the UN.

Sinking cities: The 5 largest cities in the world that are sinking faster

Gradually sinking cities may be the first (and most alarming) way that climate change manifests itself in a tangible way. From Venice to Shanghai, from Manila to Osaka, no one is free from this phenomenon.

Warmer temperatures, droughts and virulent heat waves, more violent and frequent natural disasters, rising sea levels and the melting of the ice caps … these are some of the most announced consequences of climate change by the scientific community and that are already can appreciate today.

5 Must See Attractions in Dublin City Centre

Ireland’s capital city, Dublin, has so much going on these days. From the booming tech and financial districts which provide the European base for titan corporations such as Google, Twitter, Accenture and many of the who’s who of the tech world in an area known as The Silicon Docks, as well as giants of global finance – such as Bank of America, JPMorgan and FEXCO – having homes in the IFSC.

How to plan your travel to Japan for the Olympics? A cheat sheet for a Solo-woman traveler

Solo traveling is the best way to explore a new country, its culture, and people. For most women, it is both daring and rewarding. “But you are so brave!” “And why do you do it?” is the response you get even if you are a 35-year-old, European woman, according to Rosita Boland.

Top 5 Places in the World for Sports Holidays

Sports tourism is becoming a popular activity nowadays. According to one study, sports tourism is responsible for 10% of the world tourism industry. To give you an idea about the extent of this trend, that’s equivalent to $800 billion.

What to see in London? Essential visits

The city of the Thames is one of those cities where we can find everything: underground neighborhoods, old art galleries, shops with the latest trends in fashion, establishments with second-hand products … We would need a lifetime to discover all the faces of the capital. Although London has a lot to offer us, at the moment eternity is not on that list. How to solve it to make the most of the time we spend in the city? We make a selection with the essential places to see in London.

Meet here the tallest statues in the world

Ever since the time of the pyramids, human beings have always wanted to touch the sky with our architectural structures. Therefore, it is not surprising that there are very tall statues around the world. It may surprise, but the tallest statues in the world exceed a whopping 100 meters. Among the tallest statues in the world, the lowest is between 30 and 40 meters.

In addition, it is curious how the tallest statues in the world are all between Asia and Africa, with the first continent taking the prize. You have to get to position number 8 to get to a statue built in Europe, in Russia; which, on the other hand, is a Eurasian country.

10 most romantic destinations to visit with your partner

The most romantic destinations are always waiting for couples who wish to live a special trip. Sometimes, it is necessary to escape as a couple and travel to unknown places. It’s a way to go back to the period of falling in love, the one they would never want to end.

By life circumstances such as work, family obligations, and the economy, you forget to find time for the relationship. But you have to be a little selfish and embark on a unique journey accompanied by that loved one. They will never regret doing it.

Travel to bali warnings that every travelers should know

The last couple of weeks are filled with some sad news. And the story of the attack on the girl, what happened the other day, does not give anyone peace at all. In this article, we are going to discuss travel to bali warnings you must know if you plan to travel in Bali.

Where to stay in San Francisco: the best areas and neighborhoods

Do you know Where to stay in San Francisco? If you choose one, we advise you to choose Union Square, Marina District, Russian Hill, Chinatown, Fisherman’s Wharf, North Beach, North Castro, the Financial District or SOMA. We explain why? San Francisco is one of the largest cities in California in the United States. The population arose around the Mission of San Francisco de Asís, hence the name.