First off, what is handball anyway? By the sound if the name, it surely do must involve a ball, right? It’s a big thing in Europe, as for outside countries, not so. Handball is kind of basketball meets soccer. Much like basketball, the goal is to get a ball, roughly the size of a soccer ball, to the goal of the opposite team; the ball is dribbled and passed around too. And as for its soccer element, the goal looks much like the one you can see in soccer. But the ball is thrown from above towards the net, not from below. Handball isn’t really the national sport, but by the way things look anyone can make that mistake. Much like basketball for Americans, handball is played by everyone in Denmark; children, students, parent, etc. You can virtually find handball clubs almost anywhere in Denmark and expect each and every one to be visited regularly by beginners and professionals. There’s even an academy dedicated to the sport called Handball Academy. They specialize in strict and effective training to help players test and greatly improve their talent. With their career planning, guidance and individual coaching anyone is sure to achieve their […]
Out of all the medieval castles present in Latvia, nothing can be as stunning as the Turaida Castle. Surrounded by trees and foliage, this red castle pops out of the scenery making it the center of attention and undoubtedly the star of each and every photograph. There was a time when only a few buildings and some parts of the tower were left, but the people took it upon themselves to restore and conserve the tower to its rightful appearance. It’s composed of many towers, but the main one is called Bergfried or The Great Round Tower. Long ago it served as an observation tower, but now through renovation for the visitors’ convenience, those who climb will be able to take in the beauty that surrounds the castle. Another exhibit is the prison of the castle, in it the visitors will be able to see the handcuffs and prison equipment through the bar of the door. The Guard of the Castle exhibit takes place on the first floor where it’s suitable for living. Dummies inside will give you a graphic view of how things went in the life a guard long ago; sharpening equipment and throwing dice. Also inside is […]
With Winter on the way, you may be starting to think about planning your next vacation. If you fancy taking a trip this Winter, have you considered going to Sweden? Many travellers make the mistake of thinking that Sweden is at its most beautiful during the Summer months. However, this isn’t the case. While Sweden is beautiful from June to August, it is just as amazing during the colder months. So if you are stuck for ideas of somewhere to visit this Winter, this is one place that should be on your shortlist. If you like the idea of taking a trip to Sweden but still aren’t 100 percent sure, have a read of our guide to five reasons why you should visit this Winter. You can ski Yes, that’s right, Sweden has some excellent skiing resorts. Overall, across the country there are around 200 resorts. From the famous Lapland resort to skiing facilities in Dalarna and Harjedalen, there are plenty of places to choose from. If you and your family or friends are keen skiers, skiing is a major reason to book a trip to this beautiful country. Lots of activities to do As well as skiing, there are […]
For a lot of people, a cruise is a dream that they never fulfil. Unlike most holidays, a cruise is unconventional, but that is what makes it great. You spend weeks on a luxury cruise liner, and you get to visit a plethora of different countries and cities. Cruises sound great, don’t they? Before you talk yourself into one, however, you need to consider a couple of details first. Do you have the time? A lot of people lead busy lives, which is just another reason they don’t go on cruises. Some can take weeks or even months, so you have to pin down your travel dates before you make your decision. If you have to get back to dry land before the cruise is over, you might find yourself stuck in the middle of the ocean. The length of a cruise should also play a big part. If you have never been on one before, a six-month stint might be too much. But, you also want to enjoy the experience, so you want longer than a week. It is your personal decision, but three-week cruises are usually the perfect compromise. Try and pick a cruise that visits the place […]
Family holidays are essential for building memories for both you and your children. There are some things you have to do before your kids grow up – read on to find out more! Hawaii Being a child is wrapped up in memories of spending long summer days at the beach, so make sure you do this with your children before they grow up. There are lots of locations that offer luxury beaches, but Hawaii has to be near the top of the list. It’s a stunning location with endless sun and beautiful sandy beaches. The waters are warm and safe too, so you’ll probably spend a lot of time swimming with the kids and having fun in the sea. It also gives them the chance to experience a new culture and way of living that they probably knew nothing about before, and that’s always a good thing. Lapland Taking the kids to Lapland for Christmas is a great way to give them something special that they’ll remember for the rest of their lives. It really does feel like you’ve arrived in a magical world like the North Pole when you reach Lapland. So, image how that feels for a child! […]
Nothing compares to the feeling of diving underwater and seeing fishes all around, both you and the fish are curious about each other, and quite frankly if you can do it every day, you would. But now you should take it up a notch, it’s time to dive with the gentle giants of the ocean. Donsol is known as the Whale Shark Capital of the World, swimming alongside these gentle giants have been a famous tourist activity and destination. If ever these innocent whale sharks intimidate you with their size (rather the size of their mouths), keep in mind that they eat the smallest food in the ocean (plankton) so they won’t mind you at all. Peak season is usually around February and May, during this time you’ll see a lot of them, and we mean a lot. You’ll see a minimum of 5 of them, don’t think that they might not come because that’s a rare occurrence. When you book a trip, what happens is you and your company will go out into the busy ocean on a boat alongside a guy called a spotter/tracker. Prepare your gear ‘cause once he sees one, you’ll dive immediately. They’re fairly close […]
The Chernobyl Disaster reached a whole new level of danger. Considered as the worst nuclear power plant accident in history. It rose to a level 7 event, which only it and Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster hold. 500,000 heroes emerged from the disaster, each and every one of them fought to contain the disaster knowing in mind the dangers that it presented. Sadly, people died and a lot more caught the long lasting effects of nuclear radiation. The Ukrainian National Chornobyl Museum was established in 1992 as a tribute to the heroic acts and victims of the disasters, it also educates the lookers about the magnitude of the catastrophic event. On your way in, you’ll walk by road signs on either side, they represent the abandoned villages due to the disaster. Attendants will meet with you and guide you through the museum, there’s also an audio background explaining what happened during those events. There are tons of other exhibits, some are so real looking while others are kind of disturbing, and so if you have kids with you steer clear of some. Displayed there is a wooden crib with a dead tree sprouting from the middle. On the branches hang picture […]