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Tilt | Hancock Center Chicago

Chicago´s latest heart racing attraction just opened at more than a thousand feet in the air of the John Hancock Center. Tilt is an eight person glass enclosure that tilts visitors forward for a unique perspective of the citys The Magnificent Mile. Visitors to Chicago will now be able to experience unsurpassable views whilst the platform slowly moves outward to an adventurous angle above the Windy City. That´s if you can stomach it. watch the video of Tilt in action.
via: Red Eye Chicago, Chicago Tribune

If you enjoy heights, check out the Ledge (also in Chicago) and the amazing Edge Walk at the CN Tower, Toronto.




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VILLA ON THE ROCKS

Dive in to this 91-foot lap pool that can be viewed from inside and outside of this 10,000+ square foot French mega-villa in the south of France (Bandol). This elongated structure is built on four levels which overlap each other, artistically embracing the line of the slope and the shape of the rock on which it stands. It features ceilings of glass and long, narrow, open rooms, but its true magic is the pool with 40 feet of two-sided, aquarium-style viewing. Close t...
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SNORKEL THE UNDERGROUND RIVERS AT XCARET | MEXICO - Image

SNORKEL THE UNDERGROUND RIVERS AT XCARET | MEXICO

Xcaret is an ecological theme park located in the Maya Riviera, south of Playa del Carmen and 75 miles south of Cancun in the state of Quintana Roo, Mexico. Among the many attractions of the place, is one of the coolest rides, the underground rivers. With water so blue, and naturally bright you can admire the breathtaking natural wonders. The trip is over one kilometer, and takes about 20 minutes. Via Blurppy...
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CABINSCAPE

Ready to get away from it all? Craving an off-the-grid escape? Cabinspace lets you rent a eco-friendly cabin for a weekend getaway in the wilderness. The company rents out fully furnished and stocked cabins in Ontario that are immersed in nature letting you escape to wilderness without the hassle of setting up camp. The cabins are on waterfront locations and provide easy access to outdoor activities including hiking, cross country skiing, and snowshoeing...
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