Sometimes it is simply good to get away and go someplace new, but traveling there directly is not always possible. WebUrbanist brings some of the most exotic travel destinations and incredible private islands, luxury resorts but also the most remote, uninhabited and abandoned islands and locations on the planet – some of these you may explore in person some day but some you may never seen or hear from again.
From houses and estates to factories, mines, military buildings and prisons here are the explorations of twenty buildings by one daring European urban explorer.
16 Comments »»From America's West Coast to France, skate parks come in all styles and each offers its own unique twist. Here are 10 of the craziest and most interesting!
35 Comments »»Temples, cathedrals and churches express mankind's eternal desire to create something heavenly on earth. These 15 immaculate constructions showcase the best of the best.
4 Comments »»Unbelievable as it may sound, there are those who track urban wonders of all kinds - from the narrowest to the most windy streets of the world and more.
14 Comments »»These 15 exquisite castle hotels offer us regular folks the chance to live like kings and queens; all it takes is a reservation and a few extra dollars.
6 Comments »»The number of cars keeps growing. Something's gotta give - as seen in these sometimes surprising and eminently enterprising parking solutions.
24 Comments »»You might not think a wheelchair, porta-potty or VW Beetle are in need of jet engines, but the enthusiasts who built these crazy vehicles clearly disagree.
19 Comments »»Planes, trains and buses are all part of the daily grind. Travel's not trivial, however, thanks to architects the world over who add excitement to the journey with truly dynamic designs. Roll 'em!
13 Comments »»Long one of humanity's ultimate goals, breaking the surly bonds of Earth takes thought - it IS rocket science, after all. Here are 15 current and future space projects.
8 Comments »»If you thought these places were glorious during the day, wait till you see them at night.
23 Comments »»Here's a look at some of the busiest airports in the world, at night, when not only is the airport sleeping, but so are the many weary passengers.
11 Comments »»Stunning and incredibly creative home designs that look like - and in some cases are - works of art.
44 Comments »»These articles cover abandoned buildings, vehicles, towns and cities from around the world - highly organized, summarized and collected for the very first time.
36 Comments »»Everyone loves miniature villages. Their tiny details and adorable fixtures delight even the most stern grown-ups. All of these miniatures hide a fun secret.
13 Comments »»Here are over 100 of the most strange and amazing plant and animal species in the world - highlighting both the most beautiful and terrifying sides of Mother Nature.
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