The 50 most influential travellers of our time. These 50 innovators are the ultimate globetrotters for the 21st century - inspirational movers and shakers who will change the way you see the world, from Angelina Jolie to the Dalai Lama. By Condé Nast Traveller. 18 January 2017. Art Streiber/August.
The Greatest Travelers of All Time
The Greatest Travelers of All Time. November 20, 2012. • 2 min read. Travelers today are spoiled. At the click of a mouse, we can book a flight, snag the last room in that great hotel, and ...
20 Most Famous Travellers In History
Travellers. The legacies of these famous travellers endure as testaments to the indomitable human spirit and the insatiable thirst for discovery. Their courage, resilience, and insatiable curiosity have left an indelible mark on history, shaping our understanding of the world and inspiring future generations to venture beyond the known horizon.
10 Most Legendary (And Infamous) Travelers In History
Ibn Battuta. Ibn Battuta was a great Muslim explorer who traveled more than 120,000 kilometers through regions that, today, comprise 44 countries — from Italy to Indonesia, Timbuktu to Shanghai. He was mugged, attacked by pirates, held hostage, and once hid in a swamp. His travel writings provide a rare perspective on the 14th-century ...
List of travelers
Barbara Toy - most famous for the series of books she wrote about her pioneering and solitary travels around the world in a Land Rover, undertaken in the 1950s and 1960s. Mark Twain - author. Ikechi Uko - organizer of Akwaaba African Travel Market, the first international travel fair in West Africa.
10 Badass Travelers Throughout History
10 Badass Travelers Throughout History. These trailblazers staged epic journeys across new lands, broke cultural barriers, and revealed the radical diversity of the world around us. By George W ...
Ibn Battuta
Ibn Battuta, medieval Muslim traveler and author of one of the most famous travel books, the Rihlah. His great work describes the people, places, and cultures he encountered in his journeys along some 75,000 miles (120,000 km) across and beyond the Islamic world.
The epic journeys of history's famous explorers
Marco Polo on the Silk Road (and beyond) When he left his home in Venice in 1271, Marco Polo, arguably the most famous traveler of all time, couldn't have imagined he'd be away for 24 years. Driven as much by trade as by the travel bug (he came from a family of merchants), he followed the Silk Road to China (or Cathay as it was then known).
Famous Great Traveler Photos -- National Geographic
Photos: Famous Great Travelers. Tourism has been around since antiquity—the earliest guidebook, The Description of Greece, was written by Greek geographer Pausanias around A.D. 160—but travel ...
The Greatest Traveller in History?
Iran from "The Countries of the World: being a popular description of the various continents, islands, rivers, seas, and peoples of the globe", The British Library, public domain Ibn Battuta's travels also took him all around the Indian Ocean, along the east coast of Africa, the Arabian Peninsula, the west coast of India, and the Maldives.
The 30 Greatest Travelers Of All Time
The talented skateboarder and wicked lead guitarist of the Pinheads, McFly broke into the world of travel during his accidental trip back to 1955 at the age of 17. While other teens are more engulfed in the world of acne prevention, Marty manages to get back to 1985—1.21 Gigawatts!—with side trips to 2012 and 1885.
15 Famous Explorers & Travellers Of The World
3. Christopher Columbus - undoubtedly one of the most famous world explorers (1451 -1506) Undoubtedly one of the most famous explorers in history, Christopher Columbus was born in Genoa in 1451. From a young age his impulse to travel was strong - he went to sea as a teenager and made Portugal his base.
Remembering Ibn Battuta: 9 legendary travellers with the most curious
It is said that travelling is the best way to broaden one's knowledge about the world. Some of the most curious minds of all time have traversed across the world to see the unseen and know the unknown. Ibn Battuta, who is considered to be one of the greatest travellers of all time, was born on February 25 in Morocco in the year 1304.
15 Fascinating people who changed the world of travel
She often lectured and wrote about her travels. With her accomplishments, she changed the world of travel even if she died in obscurity. Marco Polo (c. 1254-1324) There is no arguing that Marco Polo was one of the greatest explorers who changed the world of travel. This famous Venetian came from a family of wealthy merchants. Travel and ...
Three medieval Muslim travellers who explored the world
Ibn Battuta, Ibn Fadlan and Evliya Celebi left eye-opening accounts of their journeys across Europe, Africa and Asia between the 9th and 17th centuries. Arab travellers as depicted by the 19th ...
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10. Juan Sebastián Elcano (c. 1476-1526) Following Magellan's death, the Basque explorer Juan Sebastián Elcano took command of the expedition. His ship 'the Victoria' reached Spanish shores in September 1522, completing the navigation. Of the 270 men who left with the Mangellan-Elcano expedition, only 18 Europeans returned alive.
World's 10 most influential travelers, according to Forbes
Courtesy Fun for Louis. Forbes' top 10 travel influencers -- Number six on the list is The Planet D, AKA Canadian couple Dave Bouskill and Debra Corbeil. The couple's motto is "Adventure is for ...
The 32 Most Famous Landmarks in the World
Angkor Wat: Siem Reap, Cambodia. The ancient temples spread across Angkor Archaeological Park constitute one of Southeast Asia's most significant archaeological sites. This UNESCO World Heritage ...
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1. The Reunification Express, Vietnam. This is one of Southeast Asia 's best-loved railways - and one of the most epic overnight train journeys in the world . There is no more atmospheric way to haul into Vietnam 's twin metropolises as this train rattles through historic cities and swooshes beside spectacular coastlines. 2.
Travel through time with 21 women explorers who changed the world
b. 1987. National Geographic Young Explorer. These trailblazing women defied convention to feed their wanderlust. Their daring adventures opened up the world for everyone.
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Best Places to Visit in the World. The ultimate ranking of travel destinations aims to solve a serious problem: so many places to visit, so little time. ... Of course, no visit would be complete without a stop at Buckingham Palace to see the famous stone-faced guards outside and the 19 lavish State Rooms inside (though, unfortunately, you can ...
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Alhambra, Spain. 27. Buckingham Palace, London. 28. Ubud, Bali, Indonesia. 1. Eiffel Tower, Paris. Spring flowers in front of the Eiffel Tower. The symbol of Paris and one of the most photographed structures in the world, a visit to the Eiffel Tower is a must for all travelers.
Italy's Bolzano is home to world-famous Ötzi the Iceman and plenty of
Houses and small castles dot the hills in the area, and the city is also home to the the world-famous Iceman, whose well-preserved remains were discovered in 1991. (Kent Harris/Stars and Stripes)
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Angkor Wat is a Hindu-Buddhist temple complex located in Siem Reap, Cambodia. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it has over 70 major ancient temples and spans 401 acres (162.6 hectares).
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8 famous Hindu temples in the world Priya Srivastava. ... Another famous temple, Malibu Hindu Temple is situated in Calabasas. It is dedicated to various Hindu deities, including Lord Venkateswara ...
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The 50 most influential travellers of our time. These 50 innovators are the ultimate globetrotters for the 21st century - inspirational movers and shakers who will change the way you see the world, from Angelina Jolie to the Dalai Lama. By Condé Nast Traveller. 18 January 2017. Art Streiber/August.
The Greatest Travelers of All Time. November 20, 2012. • 2 min read. Travelers today are spoiled. At the click of a mouse, we can book a flight, snag the last room in that great hotel, and ...
Travellers. The legacies of these famous travellers endure as testaments to the indomitable human spirit and the insatiable thirst for discovery. Their courage, resilience, and insatiable curiosity have left an indelible mark on history, shaping our understanding of the world and inspiring future generations to venture beyond the known horizon.
Ibn Battuta. Ibn Battuta was a great Muslim explorer who traveled more than 120,000 kilometers through regions that, today, comprise 44 countries — from Italy to Indonesia, Timbuktu to Shanghai. He was mugged, attacked by pirates, held hostage, and once hid in a swamp. His travel writings provide a rare perspective on the 14th-century ...
Barbara Toy - most famous for the series of books she wrote about her pioneering and solitary travels around the world in a Land Rover, undertaken in the 1950s and 1960s. Mark Twain - author. Ikechi Uko - organizer of Akwaaba African Travel Market, the first international travel fair in West Africa.
10 Badass Travelers Throughout History. These trailblazers staged epic journeys across new lands, broke cultural barriers, and revealed the radical diversity of the world around us. By George W ...
Ibn Battuta, medieval Muslim traveler and author of one of the most famous travel books, the Rihlah. His great work describes the people, places, and cultures he encountered in his journeys along some 75,000 miles (120,000 km) across and beyond the Islamic world.
Marco Polo on the Silk Road (and beyond) When he left his home in Venice in 1271, Marco Polo, arguably the most famous traveler of all time, couldn't have imagined he'd be away for 24 years. Driven as much by trade as by the travel bug (he came from a family of merchants), he followed the Silk Road to China (or Cathay as it was then known).
Photos: Famous Great Travelers. Tourism has been around since antiquity—the earliest guidebook, The Description of Greece, was written by Greek geographer Pausanias around A.D. 160—but travel ...
Iran from "The Countries of the World: being a popular description of the various continents, islands, rivers, seas, and peoples of the globe", The British Library, public domain Ibn Battuta's travels also took him all around the Indian Ocean, along the east coast of Africa, the Arabian Peninsula, the west coast of India, and the Maldives.
The talented skateboarder and wicked lead guitarist of the Pinheads, McFly broke into the world of travel during his accidental trip back to 1955 at the age of 17. While other teens are more engulfed in the world of acne prevention, Marty manages to get back to 1985—1.21 Gigawatts!—with side trips to 2012 and 1885.
3. Christopher Columbus - undoubtedly one of the most famous world explorers (1451 -1506) Undoubtedly one of the most famous explorers in history, Christopher Columbus was born in Genoa in 1451. From a young age his impulse to travel was strong - he went to sea as a teenager and made Portugal his base.
It is said that travelling is the best way to broaden one's knowledge about the world. Some of the most curious minds of all time have traversed across the world to see the unseen and know the unknown. Ibn Battuta, who is considered to be one of the greatest travellers of all time, was born on February 25 in Morocco in the year 1304.
She often lectured and wrote about her travels. With her accomplishments, she changed the world of travel even if she died in obscurity. Marco Polo (c. 1254-1324) There is no arguing that Marco Polo was one of the greatest explorers who changed the world of travel. This famous Venetian came from a family of wealthy merchants. Travel and ...
Ibn Battuta, Ibn Fadlan and Evliya Celebi left eye-opening accounts of their journeys across Europe, Africa and Asia between the 9th and 17th centuries. Arab travellers as depicted by the 19th ...
10. Juan Sebastián Elcano (c. 1476-1526) Following Magellan's death, the Basque explorer Juan Sebastián Elcano took command of the expedition. His ship 'the Victoria' reached Spanish shores in September 1522, completing the navigation. Of the 270 men who left with the Mangellan-Elcano expedition, only 18 Europeans returned alive.
Courtesy Fun for Louis. Forbes' top 10 travel influencers -- Number six on the list is The Planet D, AKA Canadian couple Dave Bouskill and Debra Corbeil. The couple's motto is "Adventure is for ...
Angkor Wat: Siem Reap, Cambodia. The ancient temples spread across Angkor Archaeological Park constitute one of Southeast Asia's most significant archaeological sites. This UNESCO World Heritage ...
1. The Reunification Express, Vietnam. This is one of Southeast Asia 's best-loved railways - and one of the most epic overnight train journeys in the world . There is no more atmospheric way to haul into Vietnam 's twin metropolises as this train rattles through historic cities and swooshes beside spectacular coastlines. 2.
b. 1987. National Geographic Young Explorer. These trailblazing women defied convention to feed their wanderlust. Their daring adventures opened up the world for everyone.
Best Places to Visit in the World. The ultimate ranking of travel destinations aims to solve a serious problem: so many places to visit, so little time. ... Of course, no visit would be complete without a stop at Buckingham Palace to see the famous stone-faced guards outside and the 19 lavish State Rooms inside (though, unfortunately, you can ...
Alhambra, Spain. 27. Buckingham Palace, London. 28. Ubud, Bali, Indonesia. 1. Eiffel Tower, Paris. Spring flowers in front of the Eiffel Tower. The symbol of Paris and one of the most photographed structures in the world, a visit to the Eiffel Tower is a must for all travelers.
Houses and small castles dot the hills in the area, and the city is also home to the the world-famous Iceman, whose well-preserved remains were discovered in 1991. (Kent Harris/Stars and Stripes)
Angkor Wat is a Hindu-Buddhist temple complex located in Siem Reap, Cambodia. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it has over 70 major ancient temples and spans 401 acres (162.6 hectares).
8 famous Hindu temples in the world Priya Srivastava. ... Another famous temple, Malibu Hindu Temple is situated in Calabasas. It is dedicated to various Hindu deities, including Lord Venkateswara ...