Whenever the end of the Work and Travel program approaches, more and more students start planning their long-awaited trips. The fact is that their lists include big cities like New York, Las Vegas, Boston or Chicago, while very few of them think of beautiful corners untouched by humans that can take their breath away.
Here are a few unconventional trip ideas for after your summer work program:
The Haiku Stairs, Hawaii
Known as the 'Stairway to Heaven,' this relatively little-k
nown hiking trail can be found on the island of Oahu. The trail is steep and ends at a peak 2800 feet above the sea, offering an incredible view of the island.
Bishop Castle, Colorado
Bishop Castle is one of the most unusual castles in the world. It was built by just one man – builder Jim Bishop. The place is wonderful for wedding ceremonies or simply for inspiration.
Monument Valley, Utah
Monument Valley, or the Valley of the Monuments, is a unique geological formation. It is located in the northeastern part of the state of Arizona, on the border with the state of Utah, and is one of the national symbols of the United States. It is essentially a high plain that forms part of the Colorado Plateau.
The Sailing Stones of Racetrack Playa, California, USA
No one has ever seen with their own eyes how the stones move at Racetrack Playa in Death Valley, but proof of their movement is the long trails they leave behind on the cracked, dry and dusty ground. Scientists aren't entirely sure how stones weighing dozens of kilograms move and make their way across the bed of the dried-up lake. The prevailing theory is that when the stones are wet or frozen, they are pushed by strong winds. The deep tracks show that the stones "walk" more than 200 meters from the start of their journey.
Green Flying Geysers, Nevada
30 miles north of the town of Gerlach lies Fly Ranch, home to some of the most unique geysers in the world. The most incredible thing about these geysers is their color, which comes from algae. The water coming out of them leaves behind calcium carbonate, and over the years huge geysers have formed. These algae produce incredible colors that give the geysers a priceless look.
An Adventure in "The Subway" in Zion National Park, Utah
"The Subway" (as it is colloquially called) is a uniquely shaped canyon in Zion National Park. There, lovers of extreme experiences can feel incredible emotions.