This post was posted by The Hipmunk on Hipmunk’s Tailwind blog on 11th November 2015. There’s something magical about seeing the real life setting of a beloved fictional world. These destinations draw travelers to places they might not otherwise go for the pleasantly jarring sensation of finding Tatooine in Tunisia or Narnia in Norway. Here are five of our favorite places that serve as intersections of invention and reality, mixing the familiar with the surprising. Mdina, Malta: King’s Landing (Game of Thrones) Westeros may be fictional, but Game of Thrones fans know the series films everywhere from Iceland to Croatia to recreate locations from the books. The medieval […]
This post was posted by The Hipmunk on Hipmunk’s Tailwind blog on 10th November 2015. Emirates Airline recently announced the creation of the world’s longest direct flight, a daunting 17.5 hour trip that will fly from Dubai to Panama City starting February 1st. That long flight time might sound daunting, especially when seated in economy. But a little effort and attention can go a long way in taking a flight from unbearable to relaxing, whether travelers are braving the new route from Dubai to Panama City, or just looking to make a transatlantic or transpacific flight more comfortable. Here’s a step by step guide for making the most […]
Macau is China’s Las Vegas but on an even grander scale. This relatively small special administrative area is the only place in the whole of China where gambling is permitted, and it does it not only in scale but also in style. From the popular Venetian Macau, which is the largest casino complex in the world, right down to the small intimate casinos, every weekend they are packed with thousands of visitors who travel large distances to gamble there even though there are online casino such as Jackpot City available online at ease. Here is a small selection of that you can try out for yourself […]
This post was posted by The Hipmunk on Hipmunk’s Tailwind blog on 6th October 2015. Traveling through Europe is a great way to experience not only some of the world’s best food, art, and culture, but also some of its best architecture. Architecture in Europe seamlessly blends the ancient with the modern to create a landscape that honors history, while also being innovative and forward-thinking. Though nearly every European city offers up an array of beautiful museums and storied cathedrals, there are a few with magnificent architecture that set them above the rest. Valencia, Spain Popular for its sunny beaches along Spain’s Orange Blossom Coast, Valencia is also well known for […]
This post was posted by The Hipmunk on Hipmunk’s Tailwind blog on 29th October 2015. National Siblings Day is April 10. There’s no better way to rediscover the joy of sibling relationships than to unite for some serious throwback fun. Celebrate your siblings with an amusement park outing that will inspire screams, smiles and giggles. Grab your planner and get busy plotting a reunion with coasters, Ferris wheels and tilt-a-whirls in one of these great American theme parks. Coney Island Home to Nathan’s Hotdogs, Mr. Softee ice cream and the iconic Wonder Wheel, Coney Island is an ideal amusement park destination for kids of all ages and kids […]
This post was posted by The Hipmunk on Hipmunk’s Tailwind blog on 13th October 2015. Although the Concorde flew for over 25 years, today the idea of a commercial supersonic jet seems like the stuff of legend. One group says they can revive the jet, however, and bring back a faster and more luxurious era of travel. Jointly developed by French and British and released commercially in 1976, the Concorde traveled at twice the speed of sound. Today, a normal passenger route from New York to Paris takes eight hours, but the Concorde could do it in three and a half. It once even managed London to Sydney […]
This post was posted by The Hipmunk on Hipmunk’s Tailwind blog on 15th October 2015. In the USA, Halloween is truly an all-ages celebration. For kids, the day means trick-or-treating, costume parades, and an excuse to indulge in candy. For adults, the day/night entails house parties and bar crawls, costume contests, and an excuse to indulge in candy (among other things)! Throw in a haunted house or a Jack-O-Lantern carving party and Halloween has become a holiday with reliable traditions. Itching to try something new? Consider celebrating Halloween abroad this year! The following destinations have their own distinct versions of America’s spookiest celebration. 1. Mexico Perhaps the most […]
This post was posted by The Hipmunk on Hipmunk’s Tailwind blog on 6th October 2015. One of the most frustrating parts of a flight comes at the very beginning: The slow-moving and cramped boarding process is a constant hassle. Dozens of people, loaded down with heavy bags (and kids and strollers), attempt to navigate their way to their seats by squeezing past one another in an impossibly thin aisle. Even when boarding is staggered by section, the process can still be uncomfortable and irritating. Perhaps not for long, thanks to the work being done at the Denver-based Molon Labe Designs LLC. The minds behind Molon Labe Designs are […]
Recently I found out about an excellent new European Trip planning website, called RoutePerfect. RoutePerfect is an online DIY trip planning tool that helps you design and create your own trip itineraries based on your travel preferences, budget and personal style. I haven’t seen anything like it for a long time and I’ve been testing the site the last few weeks, loving the way it works! When you click on the homepage on the right hand side, you input the following details: Where your trip begins How long your trip will last for Your style of travel Your budget of travel Where your trip will end So you fill all that in […]
This post was posted by The Hipmunk on Hipmunk’s Tailwind blog on 30th September 2015. Photo by: Kelly Soderlund. Alexis Cozombolidis at home in San Francisco’s Financial District. By: Kelly Soderlund, Hipmunk Staff While it’s true that Alexis Cozombolidis might be best known to the public at large as San Francisco Giants Hunter Pence’s girlfriend, the whip-smart and talented host of Twitch TV’s LetsGetLexi has been a gamer darling with a huge following (her “Piñas”) for years now. The former IGN video game journalist (she also hosts “Covering Your Bases with LetsGetLexi” for CSN Bay Area) is a huge travel enthusiast with a major case of wanderlust; following college she backpacked throughout Europe […]
