11 Strangest Places Spotted on Google Earth
| September 15, 2015
Map data: Google, SPOT IMAGE / Google Earth
Grand Prismatic Spring, Wyoming USA
Located in scenic Yellowstone National Park, the Grand Prismatic Spring is the largest hot spring in the USA. Its gorgeous colors make it a popular tourist attraction, and also ensures that you’ll never miss it on Google Maps. The colors you see depend on microbes in the water — the spring is usually orangey-red in the summer, and deep green in the winter.
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11 Great Hostels to Stay In
For budget-minded travelers in search of a cheap place to stay, hostels can be the perfect option. Generally, hostels offer much better value than hotels and short-term apartment rentals. Because less money is spent on accommodations, it allows globetrotters to designate a larger portion of their budget to good food and sightseeing activities instead.
11 Great Hostels in Europe to Stay In
If you’re a budget-minded backpacker interested in meeting fellow travelers along the way, hostels are an exceptional alternative. Intimate, community-minded, and affordable, hostels have exploded in popularity and really come a long way. From shared open-concept spaces to private ensuites, it’s easy to find a mix of both communal and secluded accommodations.
The 10 Most Historic Prisons
While jail time isn’t a walk in the park for any convicted felon, many tourists flock to historical prisons around the world when traveling. This is due to their mystic, history, and eerie ambiance. While it may seem a little crazy, visiting a local prison can provide a ton of insight on a region’s roots and culture.
