Excessive alcohol consumption especially among the youth can cause problems; thus the enactment of the legal drinking age. In most parts of the world, people wait till they turn 18, while others wait until they’re 21 before they become legal. And others, believe it or not, do not have legal drinking ages.

Barbados. This is a famous tourist spot given that it is one of the blissful islands in the Caribbean. Like most places around the world, Barbados’ legal drinking age is 18. But this comes with an exception. Kids aging 10-17 can legally consume alcohol given that they have a parent with them! So if you’re below 18 traveling to Barbados and wanting to taste alcohol, think of ways to convince your parents to allow you to take a sip!

Cuba. Cuba is another Caribbean dream destination but not only for the beaches but also for its vibrant history, art and culture. One of the must-see spots for any traveler in Cuba is the Castillo de Farnes. You may think this is just another bar to get a beer from but this is actually a historical place where Che and Castro had a toast after the revolution. So if you want to drink as they did, there should be no problem because there are no restrictions on the drinking age. Everyone can drink, but only 16 year-olds and above can purchase. So when traveling to Cuba, make sure you bring a 16-year old with you!

United States. These people are the unfortunate bunch to have a legal drinking age of 21 (the highest in the world, except of course for countries where alcohol is illegal). There are some doctors who actually say that 21 is too high and there are currently studies on the effectiveness of such law. All American states consider alcohol consumption under 21 illegal, but some states are more permissive than others regarding the issue.

Bali. Like Cuba, this internationally recognized vacation paradise does not have a drinking age limit. But purchase is only permitted to those 15 and above. The rest of Thailand, however, has the usual 18-year-old legal drinking age, and legally, only 20-year-olds and above can get in clubs. This is not strictly followed though. This gives even more reason to travel to Thailand! Aside from the glorious beaches, fascinating festivals, and interesting culture, you can enjoy all these with a bottle of beer!

United Kingdom. Now they have quite a complicated law. The Children and Young Persons Act in 1933 prohibits alcohol consumption by anyone under 5 years old, which means once you reach 5 years, you can drink legally except in licensed places. Though you can drink alcohol in private, no one will serve it to you if you are 7 years old. Only when you are 16 can you drink wine or beer in a restaurant and this has to come with a meal and with an adult. Wait two more years and you can legally drink anything anywhere in the UK.In Scotland, it will be legal for adults to buy drinks for minors in 2009.

If you’re the type who enjoys a good glass of wine but are under 18, you might want to think about the legal drinking age of the place you’re visiting. You might be anticipating a great nightlife in a bar listening to a great band, but end up disappointed visiting a country where you cannot purchase a bottle of beer for yourself.

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Each place has a story of inexplicable events. Everywhere, people claim to have heard voices, screams, whispers, and weeping sounds out of nowhere. There are always reported sightings of a lady in white or mysterious flickering of lights. Whether or not you believe in the paranormal, you have to admit that these places can scare the hell out of you especially when you hear the tale behind it. If you’re the type who thinks such stories are simply musings of a wild imagination, then visiting these places would not raise a single goosebump on your skin.

Andleberry Estate in Clovis California used to include a mansion and a sanitarium. The Wolfe Manor Hotel was later built in place of the mansion. The owner, Todd Wolfe himself, had some bizarre encounters in his own hotel. Aside from the classic hearing of footsteps and voices, he also felt ghosts breathing on him. The people who used to stay in the sanitarium are believed to be the ones haunting the place. Investigators even reported that there really are spirits in living in the hotel.

The Screaming Tunnel of the Niagara Falls is an unfinished and abandoned railway. Legend has it that a girl was burned alive by her own father due to lost custody. Now, people believe that when someone lights a match in the middle of the tunnel at midnight, there will be a very loud scream that can eventually put out the fire of the match. The ghost of the father is also rumored to appear. This gives more reason for people to visit the Niagara Falls!

The Ladd School used to stand on Exeter, Rhode Island, which served as a school for the mentally challenged. Stories say that students were mistreated, which probably explains sightings of ghost children in the area. There were rumors of physical and sexual abuse of the mentally diabled students. The Ladd School closed early in the 90’s, and today, Exeter Job Corps Academy stands in its place. Though the school closed, there are still stories of the new building being haunted.

The Lemp Mansion in St. Louis, Missouri has a dark past as four members of the Lemp family committed suicide; three killed themselves in the mansion. There have been stories of things flying off and pianos playing by themselves. Today, the mansion is a restaurant and a bed and breakfast. Staying in this mansion would really be a daring experience for any traveler!

Alcatraz is an isolated island in San Francisco that used to function as a prison house. It gained popularity because of the inhumane conditions that anyone who stayed on the rock had to live with. Today, Alcatraz is a very popular tourist destination, but there have been reports of visitors hearing footsteps of jail doors slamming. Whether there really are some agitated souls on this rock or not, the place really has a gloomy and quite depressing ambience.

The Hampton Court Palace in London is not only historic but also believed to be haunted. The ghost of Henry VIII’s fifth wife, Catherine Howard, stirs up the most intrigue. Her spirit is said to be scream and run a hallway. Queen Jane Seymour who died 12 days after giving birth to Prince Edward is said to stay in the palace’s staircase. Other ghosts have also been sighted in this historic palace, including that of the Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn.

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One great cultural asset of any foreign society is their music. When traveling, you should never miss a chance to delve into another’s local music. Here are a few places that have given the world great pleasures with their innovation in music.

Chicago Blues. This melancholic genre has its roots in African native music. From oral tradition, African-American slaves turned their indigenous music into blues. The genre became popular around America until it evolved into various styles. Chicago Blues is particularly characterized by amplified electric and bass guitars, with saxophones and harmonica played in front of microphones. Blues evolved into a louder and more dynamic genre in this city. So the next time you visit Chicago, don’t forget to sit in a bar and listen to a local blues band.

Jamaican Reggae. It’s probably the soothing Caribbean atmosphere of Jamaica that inspired the world’s favorite peace lover to create reggae. Bob Marley, with a strong hold on Rastafarian philosophy, wrote the steadiest lyrics about redemption, peace and love to accompany the soothing melodies of reggae. Aside from the glorious beaches, the world thanks Jamaica for introducing Reggae.

English Punk. In the 70’s America and the UK both witnessed the birth of punk music. New York had its first taste of anti-establishment punk rock from the Ramones. In London, audiences were also witnessing not only a musical but also a social revolution with the music of the Clash and the Sex Pistols. With distaste of authority and the mainstream, punk bands upheld countercultural ideologies of rebellion and DIY (do-it-yourself). London, with a reputation for elegance and discipline, also has a rebellious and untamed side!

World Music of the Pacific. The term world music is actually so broad it’s almost only used to separate Western pop music from the non-Western. Basically, World music is identified as the fusion of traditional musical elements and the modern. This is usually found in the Pacific where modern musicians use native instruments together with modern guitars and drums. Hawaii, for example, uses a lot of their traditional Ukulele with amplifiers and electric guitars.

Mexican fusion. This can also be classified as World Music. The native drumming of Latin America is accompanied by some sexy guitar riffs and groovy bass lines producing a musical fusion with elements of blues, jazz and salsa. No other band perfected this craft than Santana, a group led by the extremely talented Mexican Carlos Santana. So when traveling to Mexico, don’t forget to learn a few steps and dance to beautiful Mexican fusion.

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Those artistic elitists might tend to steer away their camera lens from objects or places that are deemed as “the most photographed.”  They even have names for it–which have been somewhat transformed into derogatory terms—such as picturesque, and postcard-ish.  While these common subjects for photography would be sneered at within elite circles, some of us who are simply looking for beautiful places will definitely find these destinations inspiring.  After all, they wouldn’t have been called “the most photographed” if they weren’t exactly sights to behold.

While the problem of having an insufficient travel budget may arise, rest assured that there are countless way to travel these places practically for free.  Anyone who enjoys a good and memorable vacation should have the right to go to these wonderful places.

Table Mountain:
In 75 years over 16 million people have climbed, toured, and gawked at the famous table mountain located at Cape Town, South Africa.  Especially during sunsets, the almost perfect plateau captivates tourists the world over.  The mountain is also surrounded by other tourist destinations, such as beaches and fine hotels, making it accessible to just about anyone.

Parthenon:
Having survived centuries upon centuries, the famous Parthenon in Greece—originally erected I honor of the Goddess Athena—the majestic structure is one of the first things which usually comes into mind whenever travelling to Greece is mentioned.  Just traversing the same steps that Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle must have passed through is enough to bring goosebumps down one’s back.

The Golden Gate Bridge:
The massive bridge located in San Francisco may be a bit of a salmon red—far from golden, we can tell you that—but it certainly offers a golden photo opportunity.  And the best part is, there are lot more places worth looking into whenever you get the chance to visit the city.

Abbey Road:
For those of you who still have no clue why this isn’t one of the most photographed places in the world, you have either been locked away in a dungeon for the last half century, or you have just grown accustomed to listening to music—thus, you probably only have emo bands in your playlist.  Even without John, Paul, George, and Ringo, Abbey Road—located at St. Johns Wood, London—is considered as the most photographed street in the world.

Niagara Falls:
Experiencing the awesome power of nature first hand should be on everyone’s bucket list.  Straddling the international border between the U.S. and Canada, this massive water fall reminds us humans that we are mortals truly vulnerable from obscurity and insignificance.