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Time-lapse video: Watch a powerful lightning storm develop in just 78 seconds

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I happen to be a huge fan of time-lapse video, the technological marvel that allows us to watch events develop and play out much faster than they do in real time.

I’m also fascinated by the incredible energy, power and eerie beauty of lightning flashes and thunderstorms.

The intriguing time-lapse video featured below condenses several hours down to a mere 78 seconds.

During that time you’ll witness the fascinating formation of a lightning storm as it evolves from just a few gathering clouds into one of nature’s most dangerous, but also most beautiful phenomena.  [Read more…]

Video: Around the world (by drone)

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Self-described “Traveler and Adventurer” Kien Lam spent three years traveling to locations all around the globe.

As he traveled from place to place he took some time to capture the beauty of each area from the air, via drone.

Today’s short video is a compilation of some of his most beautiful and intriguing captures.  [Read more…]

Time-lapse video: Reflection Canyon

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Reflection Canyon – Escalante, Utah

The U.S. state of Utah is famous for it’s incredible scenic beauty and interesting geological features.

One of the most scenic attractions in all of Utah is Reflection Canyon, an off-shoot of Lake Powell consisting of snake-like bends in the Colorado River and exquisitely colorful canyon walls.

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Video: A drone’s-eye tour of Bali

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Sunset at Bali

“Nature is the art of God.”
     –Dante Alghieri

It’s no secret that we inhabit an incredibly beautiful planet.

For the lucky among us, exquisite natural beauty can be found either right outside our door or just down the road a piece.

For an unlucky few, finding such natural beauty requires a bit of travel.  [Read more…]

Video: 15 of the most unique beaches in the world

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If you’re a beach lover you probably have one or two favorite beaches that you enjoy visiting over and over again.

While there’s absolutely nothing wrong with that, you might want to consider visiting a different beach at some point just to add a little variety to your vacation travels.

Truth be told, our amazing planet is decorated with hundreds of major beaches, many of which are popular vacation and tourist destinations.  [Read more…]