Kilkenny Castle in Ireland started out as a wooden castle in 1173and was transformed to a chateau in 1661 and abandoned in 1935. The castle is beautifully restored and definitely worth a visit. #KilkennyCastle #Ireland https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Ireland/Day6/#561
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The first structures of Dublin Castle were built in 1204. A fired destryed most of it in 1684 and it was then transformed into a Georgian palace that you can visit. It is a must-see in Dublin. How did you like it? #Dublin #Ireland https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Ireland/Day2/#525
Pittsburgh's Golden Triangle is very walkable and many attractions are within walking distance from each other. This self-guided walking tour covers the highlights in architecture, history and culture.
#Pittsburgh https://backpackandsnorkel.com/USA/Pittsburgh/Walking-Tour/
Bai Dinh Pagoda in Ninh Binh, #Vietnam ,is a massive complex & home to the longest Arhat corridor (500 statues!) & giant bronze Buddhas located near dramatic karst mountains. #BaiDinhPagoda #NinhBinh #Travel #VietnamTravel https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Vietnam/Bai-Dinh-Pagoda/
#Moorea is one of the most popular #islands in French #Polynesia for good reason. It has beautiful white sand #beaches with #turquoise water, good #swimming and #snorkeling and there is a lot to see and do in Moorea. How did you like it? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Moorea/
Taj Mahal trip planning? The Courtyard Marriott Agra offers the perfect blend of luxury & location for your self-guided tour. See our full, honest review of this top-rated hotel. #Agra #Marriott #HotelReview https://backpackandsnorkel.com/India/Courtyard-by-Marriott-Agra/
One of the highlights of Harrison Hills Park outside Pittsburgh is the trail along the Allegheny River, which is part of the 35.7 mile long Rachel Carson Trail which meanders through Allegheny County. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/USA/Pittsburgh/Harrison-Hills-Park/
The heart of #Hanoi #Vietnam : Hoan Kiem Lake! See the iconic Turtle Tower & bright red Huc Bridge leading to Ngoc Son Temple. GO on a weekend when the streets turn into a lively pedestrian party with games & music! https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Vietnam/Hoan-Kiem-Lake/
St. Croix is the largest of the US Virgin Islands in the Caribbean. It has wonderful beaches and the biggest cities are Christiansted and Frederiksted. What do you think of St. Croix? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/St-Croix/
Pittsburgh's Golden Triangle is very walkable and many attractions are within walking distance from each other. This self-guided walking tour covers the highlights in architecture, history and culture.
#Pittsburgh https://backpackandsnorkel.com/USA/Pittsburgh/Walking-Tour/
Pittsburgh's National Aviary is the largest aviary in the only aviary with "National" status. There are over 500 birds from more than 150 bird species, and sloths and armadillos. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/USA/Pittsburgh/Best-Things-Downtown/#National-Aviary
Join a guided tour to Espiritu Santo Island near La Paz, #Mexico and #snorkel with #sealions , explore deserted #beaches , see blue footed boobies and the occasional goat. How did you like it? #EspirituSanto #LaPaz https://backpackandsnorkel.com/LaPaz/Espiritu-Santo/
Summer is the perfect time to hit one of the many beaches in Busan! Busan has the best beaches in South Korea. Here is more information:
#travel #beach #traveltribe #Busan #SouthKorea https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Busan/
The Lodhi Art District is an outdoor gallery of massive, vibrant murals. Our self-guided route helps you find every piece in Delhi's most colorful neighborhood! #LodhiArtDistrict #StreetArt #DelhiCulture #India #Delhi https://backpackandsnorkel.com/India/Lodhi-Art-District/
Looking for a stylish stay near the #Delhi airport? The Andaz Delhi blends modern luxury and local design. Our review covers the amenities & why it's a top choice for your Delhi transit. #DelhiHotels #AndazDelhi #India https://backpackandsnorkel.com/India/Andaz-Delhi/
Guadeloupe has beautiful beaches and lots of historic sites. It belongs to France, so they speak French and use the Euro. Don't worry. Tourism is big here and many speak English. Some vendors even accept US dollars.
#Travel #cruise #beach https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Guadeloupe/
Badrinath #Temple in #Nepal is part of the group of four Char Dham #Temple s, which are the local #Bhaktapur Durbar Square version of the four Char Dham #Temple s in India. We liked its design - have you seen it? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Nepal/Day4/5412d-BadrinathTemple/
The incredibly #turquoise waters, deserted white sand #beaches and the great #snorkeling of the Cook Islands in the South Pacific are calling you . Will you answer for a #vacation in #paradise? Have you been there and how did you like it? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Cook-Islands/
#Hahei #Beach in New Zealand is never busy, and it is easy to get away from the few visitors. This is the perfect location to relax and reflect on your adventures during your New Zealand trip. #NewZealand https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Hahei/#beach
The #Aitutaki #lagoon is the reason why tourists come to #Aitutaki in the Cook Islands. Spend your day enjoying the #turquoise waters, white sand beaches and sandbanks and #snorkeling among #colorful and #healthy #corals and #fish. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Aitutaki-Beaches/#lagoon
The Lodhi Art District is an outdoor gallery of massive, vibrant murals. Our self-guided route helps you find every piece in Delhi's most colorful neighborhood! #LodhiArtDistrict #StreetArt #DelhiCulture #India #Delhi https://backpackandsnorkel.com/India/Lodhi-Art-District/
The Japanese Covered Bridge is a 16th-century architectural marvel and the symbol of Hoi An. It is beautiful symbol of cultural fusion of Ancient #HoiAn in #Vietnam . #VietnamTravel #Bridge #ChuaCau https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Vietnam/Japanese-Covered-Bridge/
Nestled in the vibrant, chaotic, and colorful intersection of Asan Bazaar in #Thamel in #Kathmandu , #Nepal , the Asan Dabu #Temple is a spiritual anchor in one of #Kathmandu �s oldest and busiest marketplaces. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Nepal/Day2/52115-AsanDabuTemple/
Fatehpur Sikri - the Ghost City! This abandoned Mughal capital is a must-see stop on your Agra-Jaipur drive. Our guide unlocks its mystery, providing the history & a self-guided route. #FatehpurSikri #IndiaHistory #India https://backpackandsnorkel.com/India/Fatehpur-Sikri-Fort/
Old #Pokhara Bazaar is a vibrant traditional market street in #Pokhara , #Nepal , that provides an authentic experience of #Pokhara �s past, blending the charm of ancient architecture with the energy of daily life. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Nepal/Day7/578-OldPokharaBazaar/
We enjoyed a self-guided walking tour through #Papeete in #Tahiti . There is so much to see and do. How did you olike Papeete? Here is where we went and what we saw. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Tahiti/#papeete
Pittsburgh's Golden Triangle is very walkable and many attractions are within walking distance from each other. This self-guided walking tour covers the highlights in architecture, history and culture.
#Pittsburgh https://backpackandsnorkel.com/USA/Pittsburgh/Walking-Tour/
St. Lucia's main tourist attractions are the Pitons, a drive-in volcano, Sulphur Springs, Botanical Gardens, Pigeon Island National Park, rain forests, and boat trips to several islands. What did you see there? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/St-Lucia/
The Bishop's Palace Museum in Waterford, Ireland covers Waterford�s history and notable people from 1700 to 1970. It is part of the Waterford Museums and definitely worth visiting. #WaterfordMuseums #Waterford #Ireland https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Ireland/Day6/#566
Explore the story of Singapore in the city�s oldest museum, located in the Museum Planning Area. #NationalMuseumSG #Singapore https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Singapore/National-Museum-of-Singapore/
Settlers Cabin Park outside Pittsburgh has several picnic groves with native American names, multiple hiking trails and a small waterfall. Nearby are a wave pool and the Pittsburgh Botanic Gardens which charge admission. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/USA/Pittsburgh/Settlers-Cabin-Park/
Belfast is one of the main attractions of Northern Ireland. There is so much to see that we created self-guided tours to see the highlights of Belfast in two days. #Belfast #NorthernIreland https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Northern-Ireland/Day15/
Pittsburgh's Emerald View Park was formed on Earth Day 2007 on Mt Washington. My favorite trail is the 2.5 mile long Hike 1, which provides wonderful views of Pittsburgh's Golden Triangle and other neighborhoods. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/USA/Pittsburgh/Emerald-View/
Marvel at turquoise domes and exquisite artistry at this museum near the Perdana Botanical Gardens, Kuala Lumpur. #IAMM #KualaLumpur https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Malaysia/Islamic-Arts-Museum-Malaysia/
Glide through #TrangAn, the 'Halong Bay on Land', pass towering karsts, ancient temples, and mysterious water caves. A tranquil, unforgettable journey through #Vietnam 's stunning natural heritage. #NinhBinh #VietnamTravel #Travel https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Vietnam/Day13/
Discover vibrant street art in the hidden alleys of Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur. A colorful outdoor gallery just steps from the food stalls. #KualaLumpur #StreetArt https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Malaysia/Alor-Backspace-Street-Art/
Our Self-Guided Walking Tour of Christchurch in New Zealand shows you the highlights of #Christchurch and it includes a short #Murals Tour. #NewZealand https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Christchurch/#tour
Kennywood Park outside Pittsburgh is "America's Finest Traditional Amusement Park". Next to record breaking modern roller coasters, there are traditional wooden roller coasters with the oldest being from 1920. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/USA/Pittsburgh/Amusement-Parks/#Kennywood-Park
Discover the serenity of Lan Ha Bay #Vietnam with a cruise! Kayak through hidden lagoons & towering karst islands. Located right near popular #HaLongBay . #LanHaBay #VietnamCruise #CatBaIsland #HiddenGem #VietnamTravel #Travel https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Vietnam/Day12/
The Wormhole and the hike to get there is one of the highlights of every Aran Islands visit. It is an almost perfectly rectangular natural (!) tidal pool in the limestone rock landscape. #AranIslands #InisMor #Ireland https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Ireland/Day11/#5i112
The #Nepal i name for Devi�s Falls means Underworld Waterfall. Here, the roaring Pardi Khola stream plunges into an underground tunnel which starts at the Gupteshowor Mahdev Cave in #Pokhara , #Nepal . Have you been here? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Nepal/Day7/576-DevisFalls/
The Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes in New Zealand are highly irregular chasms and ridges and layers. There is a well maintained mostly flat 0.7 mile (1.1 km) concrete trail which is wheelchair accessible. #NewZealand https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Hokitika/#punakaiki
#Bogota is the capital of #Colombia . It is a busy city, but the historic downtown area is relaxed and worlds away from the hustle and bustle of this modern capital. There are many things to do. Follow us to see the best things to see and do: https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Bogota
Derry is the only town with a completely intact city wall in Ireland and Northern Ireland. We provide a self-guided tour of Derry and a murals tour in Bogside that tells the story of The Troubles . #Derry #NorthernIreland https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Northern-Ireland/Day13/#5i133
El Arco is the defining landmark of #CaboSanLucas . The white sand #beaches and almost guaranteed #sunshine make #loscabos a perfect #vacation #destination.
What are your favorite places? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Los-Cabos-Beaches/
Riverview Park on Pittsburgh's North Side is home to the Allegheny Observatory (belongs to the University of Pittsburgh), several hiking trails and summer night movies. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/USA/Pittsburgh/Riverview-Park/
Yetakha Baha was historically a center for Bajrayana Buddhist practice in #Thamel in #Kathmandu , #Nepal , but has lost its typical monastery layout over time, and now only a #Stupa in a large courtyard is left. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Nepal/Day2/52111-YetakhaBaha/
Your best chance of seeing Kiwis in New Zealand is the National Kiwi Centre. It's a small indoor zoo with lots of native fish and it happens to have a few kiwis in a habitat where day and night are reversed as Kiwis are nocturnal. #NewZealand https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Hokitika/#kiwi
#Chile has it all: busy cities, beaches, sand dunes, endless salt flats, colorful lagoons, majestic mountains and endless prairies. Join us to explore the highlights of this beautiful country. What was your favorite place in Chile? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Chile/