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Attractions
Whether or not you love to travel, you will surely love learning more about world’s renowned and unique tourist attractions. For that, you don’t have to spend time browsing online. Instead, you can just check out our “Attractions” page.
Holiday Point offers a range of articles relevant to travel, tips, adventure, and attractions. If you are wondering where to go on your next vacation, then we have the recommendations for you. Find detailed lists of the top holiday destinations, family-friendly choices, the finest museums and wonders of the world.
The 4,500-kilometer Mekong River is the lifeline of South East Asia. It rises in the Tibetan highlands and makes its way across northern Thailand, Laos and Cambodia to Vietnam. Discover life in Southeast Asia from the...
Join us inside regal North India and discover the grand palaces and courts of glorious bygone times. Read on to see just a glimpse of our top 10 North Indian glamorous palace stays! Since India’s royalty conceded power...
Myanmar is one of the most scenic and diverse countries in Southeast Asia. It offers a mix of stunning scenery, vibrant culture and countless must-see monuments. However, the real highlight is the beaming faces of the...
With its beautiful beaches, glistening harbour and vibrant shopping precincts, Sydney is a wonderful place to live, visit and explore. But the adventures don’t stop at Sydney’s city limits – countless...
Zoo’s are some of the most popular tourist attractions all over world. Attracting millions of visitors each year, they are a fun way to spend a day, entertaining visitors for hours. What makes the largest zoo in the...
Australia is celebrated for many things and known by many names – The Land Down Under, the Land of Plenty and the Land of Wonder, all because of its natural wonders. Most of all, the country is famous for its...
Read up on the top 10 longest rivers in the world – measured from the source to the mouth of the river. Can you guess which is the longest? 10. Amur River The Amur River runs across the eastern regions of Russia;...
Cities wouldn’t be cities if it wasn’t for the buzzing noise, busy streets, bumper to bumper traffic, pollution, beautiful malls, and the trademark of all cities – spectacular skyscrapers. Cities are known...
Are you in need of inspiration for your next adventure holiday? Maybe it’s time to expand your options for recreational travel to include diving. After all, with coral reefs housing 25% of all marine life on the planet...
You’re in Sydney, you’ve got the kids… what next? Luckily you’re in a city that’s packed with fun, child-friendly attractions. From top-notch museums to sun-soaked beaches, Sydney has something to keep the whole family...
Morocco attracts a huge amount of tourism throughout the year and many of its visitors are oblivious to the traditions of the country. By understanding Morocco and its views on religion, its customs, the language, the...
Namibia is perhaps one of the lesser known tourist destinations in Africa; bordering South Africa, Zimbabwe, Angola and Zambia. Namibia is famous for having the oldest desert in the world, with some of the highest sand...
Thanks to the Channel Tunnel and Eurostar, Amsterdam is just four and a half hours from St Pancras station in the heart of London. And for people living in the South East of England, currently KLM flies out from the...
If you are considering taking your family to the UK for a fun-filled vacation, creating an itinerary in advance is a must. There is a vast array of fun and fascinating family attractions found in the British Isles and...
Two days may not seem like a lot of time to explore NYC, but in the City That Never Sleeps, you’d be surprised at what you can fit into a single weekend. Day One Start your first day in the Big Apple in trendy Greenwich...
Australia is the world’s biggest island and the sixth-largest country in the world. It also has some of the most spectacular scenery, including the dazzling Gold Coast, with its golden sand beaches and the...
Palm trees, surfing, great weather and the ‘aloha’ spirit – these are the things everyone (including moi!) loves about Hawaii. Here are 20 other fascinating snippets that’ll heighten your appreciation. 1. All...
For centuries, beach holidays have appealed to people from all walks of life. The Victorians believed that the fresh sea air brought health and could heal illness, which is why Victorian seaside resorts became so...
As the financial and economic centre of Australia, Sydney has one of the highest ratings for quality of life in the world. Because of the wealth of the area and its iconic architecture, the city has also become a hub...
Feel like you need to party up a storm? Looking for a crazy trip with your mates? Do as I did then and head to Vegas, baby! In Vegas, you can start your day when the sun goes down. Nightlife is key. But where to first...
Patriotism comes in many forms. Every country exerts pride and vainglory to different degrees. For sheer vociferousness, the United States of America probably takes the cake (pun intended). Canada is invariably polite...
On Saturday 25th of January 2014, St Jerome’s Laneway Festival will bring an amazing lineup of international talent to Singapore. There’ll be bands from the United Kingdom, the United States, Australia and New Zealand...
If you love exploring aquariums, then you will surely want to see the top ten largest aquariums in the world. Thousand of tourists visit these aquariums everyday just to see their unique exhibits, the amazing...
Cities won’t be cities if not for the buzzing noise, busy streets, head-breaking traffic, suffocating pollution, beautiful malls and parks, and the trademark of all cities – spectacular skyscrapers. Cities are known for...
People often travel all over the world to bear witness to the majestic beauty of Mother Earth. But for some who would trade anything just to marvel at the beauty that once was imprinted in canvasses and given life in...
When visiting Australia, many tourists try to cover the country’s most popular city attractions and renowned tourist destinations. Surprisingly, this unique and diverse country is home to some of the best world heritage...
Many have attempted to differentiate North and South Islands of New Zealand. But for some, whether you go to the North or South island, it’s always win-win. It’s New Zealand! Everywhere you go, you see nature’s beauty...
Ever wanted to just get away from it all? Just jump in your car, roll the windows down and feel the wind in your hair. Then perhaps a driving holiday is just the ticket. Why not think big for your next driving holiday...
Australia is renowned for its sunbaked, wild and rugged natural beauty. The first thoughts that come to mind of Australia’s natural landscapes are the vast expanses of gold and red sunburnt country soil; of adventure...
Since an airport might be the first and last impression of a destination that travellers get, different cities around the world are starting to focus attention on turning their airports into havens, rather than just...
It would be hard to get bored when enjoying one of many holiday packages in Mauritius: here’s an overview of some of the island’s tempting attractions. Port Louis The multi-cultural history of Mauritius’ capital city is...
South Africa is notorious for its safari holidays, but it is also a country filled with a thousand other delights. We’ve made a list of the top 5 unusual things to do in South Africa, so you won’t have to waste a...
If you’ve never been to the most exciting city in the world, your first time can be thrilling and for some pretty overwhelming. There is so much to do, so much to experience, you may have no idea where to begin...
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The World Health Organization has recently released a report detailing the expected rise in city populations over the next few decades. Just like Australia, the majority of the world’s population also live in...
Holidaying in Queensland with kids? There is nothing better than a fun family day out at one of the thrilling theme parks, where there is truly something for everyone. Exhilarating rides, entertaining shows, a range of...
Every year is a big year for sport in Australia. In fact, Australia’s culture is synonymous with sport. The wide-open spaces, warm weather and sunshine lend itself to all manner of outdoor exploits. You can have a...
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You’ve heard it said that the sky is the limit, but perhaps wondered what that meant, or looked like. What form does that saying take when translated to real life? While there may not be a concrete answer, the...
Every October, people from all over the country come together to celebrate frightening attractions and traditions. From abandoned houses to decrepit prisons, these destinations provide both excitement and the chill of...
Even though Singapore is a well developed nation, with cutting-edge technology and towering skyscrapers, it also offers an abundance of nature and wildlife based attractions. It’s possible to get up close and...
Sydney City has thrown open it’s doors once again to celebrate the ever-amazing talent-pool harboured in her great shores. Colour, creativity, sound, vision and textures – all showcased this year during the magnificent...
The 2016 Summer Olympics has a lot of firsts in Olympic history. It’s the first time that the games have ever been held in South America, it’s the first time that the games have been held in a Portuguese-speaking...
Our world is full with many natural and man-made wonders. Whether it is east or west, each part of our world boasts a countless number unique landmarks. These unique landmarks feature outstanding architecture...
A temple is characterised as a structure preserved for spiritual or religious activities. The sizes of temples are in great dispute these days as many temples claim to be the largest. In the following article, we...
Nowadays, we barely stop and stare at the sunset, admire the flowers in bloom or even enjoy a moment with nature. It’s when something so majestic and mysterious is about to disappear, that’s the time we start...
If you’re not afraid of heights, are up for an adventure and want to experience the stunning scenery from around Australia, take a look at some of our top attractions with a view. Choose from climbing some of...
Let’s admit it – working from 9 to 5 is stressful for anyone! Visiting these 10 most popular parks around the world might just relieve some of that stress. 10. Singapore Botanic Gardens (Singapore) Anywhere near...
Singapore’s on a mission. Now that the city’s financial bona fides have been widely established (go Google “Singapore Miracle”, “Singapore sovereign wealth fund” or “GDP per capita” for a refresher), the island country...
To the surprise of nobody in particular, Thailand’s infamous Full Moon Party was not a domestic invention. It was apparently a group of upstart backpackers in the mid to late 1980s who threw the inaugural party to...
Zoos are always a big crowd gatherer. Watching and even interacting with animals often bring pleasure and a smile to anyone regardless of their gender or age group. This is why it isn’t a surprise that some zoos...
Selecting the New Seven Wonders of the World began as a Millennium project, initiated in 2000 to commemorate the coming of the 21st century. The project was led by Canadian-Swiss Bernard Weber and together with the...
