Tag: Greece

See all that the country has to offer, from ancient sites steeped in history & religion to modern-day attractions that awe & relax.See all that Greece has to offer, from ancient sites steeped in history & religion to modern-day attractions that inspire and amaze.

See all that the country has to offer, from ancient sites steeped in history and religion to modern-day attractions that awe and relax.See all that the country has to offer, from ancient sites steeped in history and religion to modern-day attractions that awe and relax.

National Geographic came up with this list a while ago, citing the most ruined destinations resulting from extreme popularity. Here are some comments from people who have visited them.

1. Cancun, Mexico

Sarzmc in CancunSarzmc in Cancun

The colour of the water was amazing – I can see why hotels were constructed there in the first place. However, now they really wreck it – not only are they all jammed up against one another, they also haven’t left much actual beach to lie on! - Sarzmc

2. Santorini, Greece

Deannekristen in SantoriniDeannekristen in Santorini

The ferry cruises by the youngest part of the volcano on one side and cliffs on the opposite side. The cliffs are hundreds of feet high and have a shear drop off. Apparently, a portion of the center of the island slumped into the earth when the volcano erupted last. – Deannekristin Read the rest of this entry »

Once again, another list recommended to us by mmbcross aka Martin Crossland, a Miami tour guide and regular in the TravelPod forums.

Here’s the list, with accompanying TravelPod member photos

1. The Grand Canyon from the South Rim

Kristenjohn at the Grand Canyon
Kristenjohn at the Grand Canyon

2. Hong Kong Island from Kowloon

"View of the city and our ship" by Aniseh
“View of the city and our ship” by Aniseh

3. Phang Nga Bay, Thailand

"Into Phang Nga Bay" by tsveti
“Into Phang Nga Bay” by tsveti

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