OFFBEAT

5 Best No Network Places around the World

Shruti Sivakumar

Last updated: Apr 3, 2017

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See

Aran Islands: Visit the 15th century church O’Brien’s Castle, a 100m climb to the Island’s highest point
Patagonia: Carmen Funes Museum to see the largest dinosaur found in the world

Do

Grand Canyon: Do the Bright Angel Loop Hike trail for a spectacular view of the canyons
Mongolia: Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake famously known as a good birding place, and for camping

Click

Mongolia: A wide angle photograph of Khövsgöl Nuur, the largest freshwater lake in Mongolia
Yakutat: Click pictures of the Hubbard Glacier, the longest tidewater glacier in the world

Greetings

Irish:
Hello: Dia dhuit
How are you?: Conas tá tú?
I’m well: Tá mé go maith
How much is it?: Cé mhéad é?
Thank you: Go raibh maith agat

Trivia

Aran Islands: The long web of stone walls on the island is approximately 1600km in all
Patagonia: The Perito Moreno Glacier is one of the world’s few glaciers that continues to grow instead of melt

Want To Go ? 
   

Are you tired of your phone buzzing and beeping every few minutes? Are you sick of answering e-mails and text messages as soon as they pop up on your screen? In short, are you tired of being connected all the time? Then how about packing your bags and taking off to some of the most beautiful places around the world where you can go off the grid? Sounds too good to be true? Well not really.

Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona

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The breath taking stratified rocks and layered side canyons are one of the rarest and most beautiful gifts of nature to mankind. One of the oldest National Parks of America, located in north-western Arizona the Grand Canyon is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A sight to behold this is a popular destination on every traveller’s bucket list and rightly so! From hiking trails, helicopter tours, and river rafting tours there’s a lot to do here as well. So if you’re an adventure junkie who’s itching to disconnect, this is the perfect getaway.

Aran Islands, Ireland

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A group of three islands together called the Arans, this untouched destination will give you a true Irish experience. Right from historic Celtic churches, to pristine beaches the Aran Islands strikes the perfect balance. One of the best ways to explore these islands at your own pace is by hiring a bike and riding around. A perfect place to literally disconnect.

Mongolia

Do you love hiking, camping and horse trekking? Then you’re bound to fall in love with Mongolia. The country stands out for its unique culture and remote location. The natives, who are nomadic are a chatty bunch and will let you in on what makes Mongolia so special. Stunning wilderness, clear lakes and the exotic wildlife will definitely make you forget your phone, unless of course it’s to click a picture!

Yakutat, Alaska

Yakutat is a borough in Alaska, famous for its glaciers and rich culture of the native people. If you’re looking at a digital detox then it doesn’t get better than this. Perfect for adventure lovers, you can go surfing, fishing and sea kayaking as well. Gear for adventure activities can be easily hired from local shops, so don’t say we didn’t tell you!  

Patagonia, South America

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South America’s southernmost tip Patagonia is an incredible land with fantastic mountain peaks, glaciers and icefields. This untouched beauty is bound to be a treat to your eyes. This picturesque destination is shared by Argentina and Chile and is home to six national parks that will leave you in awe. The Argentina side is home to steppes, deserts and grasslands, while the Chile side has temperate rainforest and glacial fjords. Apart from that the national park is also home to engendered species such as the Huemul Deer, Puma, and Andean condor.