Posts Tagged ‘tour’
What the F*ck is a Sherpa?
Long before Bear Grylls was wrestling lions and drinking his own piss on Man vs. Wild, there was a group of outdoorsmen who could scale mountains blindfolded—with a grown man on their backs. Sherpas, found mostly in Eastern Asia, are known for their superhuman mountaineering abilities. Furthermore, their trekking gear is usually sub par and [...]
Top 10 Things to Do in Malaysia on a Backpacker’s Budget
Ridiculous nature, culture and sexiness make Malaysia the G-spot of Southeast Asia and just like that special place, there’s a thousand different ways to hit it. These ten cheap-ass destinations are just as fun for gutter punks as they are for Louis Vuitton brand-hoes. Put on your adventure pants and follow OTP through these 10 [...]
5 Movies to See Before Going to New York
As one of the brightest, fastest and coolest cities in the world, New York is often considered the capital of global culture. The city has been splattered all over the silver screen in legendary films, but there are plenty of flicks that rely on the cityscape to detract from a shitty script (cough, Maid In [...]
10 Cool Places to Stop and Take a Nap Around the World
Traveling is the best—true story—but it can be damn exhausting. Missing a train, haggling, washing your laundry in the sink or puking up that roasted grasshopper you ate can be stressful. Rough patches like these call for a time-out. OTP drowsily selected our choicest spots to lay your weary head and refuel. Don’t forget to [...]
The 10 Coolest Castles Around the World
Castles remind us of a world without elevators, electricity or flushing toilets; when revenge was best served bloody and you were likely to marry your cousin just to keep it in the fam. There’s no better time machine than a historic castle. From the serene to the haunted, OTP’s got the Top 10 Castles around [...]
Otp’s Guide to Street Art: Argentina
Argentina is a politically-charged, street art expert. The country’s dark history, from genocide to dictatorship, has stimulated one of the most prolific street art scenes in the world. Nothing expresses outrage over social injustices or disenchantment with a flawed government louder than a massive mural painted on a ten-story public building. OTP guides you through [...]
5 Volunteer Programs in Vietnam for Broke Ass Travelers
Over the last century, Vietnam has become accustomed to being used and abused by foreigners. First it was the French, who overtook the government and infiltrated the culture with their baguettes and accents. Then the Japanese, who sent the French packing and had their own way with Vietnam. Oh and that little incident, you may remember [...]
Lounging in Paris: 5 Best Ways to Spend a Day Doing Nothing
A trip to Paris can awaken your soul with romance, confuse your brain with art and dig a hole in your pocket with its €7 cups of coffee. This so-called city of love will keep your heart racing. If the exciting thrill of Parisian travel is giving you the jitters, simmer down to a comfortable [...]
5 Fun Things to do in “Dangerous” Places (Part 1)
Playing it safe is for granny. You’ll never get the full experience of the world by just dipping the tip. Get your blood rushing by doing amazing things you thought were only reserved for for code green destinations in unlikely places. You won’t spontaneously grow an extra limb if you visit Chernobyl nor will you [...]
Keep it spinning baby! Top 5 Touring Djs of 2009
Djs aren’t recognizable by faces, voices or songs, but have a feel, an emotional description rather, of how their style affects your mood. They are a package, a show experience. Their art is best seen live and loud. Below is our list of the top 5 touring dj’s of 2009 who have used their power [...]
