Vytautas Jankulskas, captured the photographs when he set off on a six-month hitch-hike around Indonesia - he travelled to a remote village which he described as 'a fairy tale'. Images include shots of parents and their children (left main and inset), cockerel fighting (bottom right) - which is very popular - and huts where the villagers live (top right).

Yasik Smirnoff, who describes himself as Ruso Loco (crazy Russian), was spurred to see the world after getting divorced at 18. Since leaving his native Siberia he has had over 200 jobs in 107 countries and has embraced adventure. From seeing disused tanks in the Middle East (top right), swimming in the Mexican cenotes (top left) to meeting interesting individuals (bottom left and right) and even the odd baby camel (centre), he has made the most of his four years around the world.

Weary passengers, dated clothing and cigarette slims - one photographer has revealed a series of 30-year-old images of travellers at LAX in the 1980s. John Brian King's striking pictures, captured over a four year period at Los Angeles International Airport, are featured within his latest photography book - LAX: Photographs of Los Angeles 1980-84.

The world's most anticipated theme park rides are set to open next year in California, Barcelona and Dubai - offering visitors the chance to come face-to-face with fan favourites including Elsa (top right) from Frozen, Harry Potter (centre), Katniss Everdeen and King Kong. And for adults there is even a psychological attraction coming designed by Derren Brown. MailOnline Travel reveals the terrifying and extraordinary theme park attractions set to launch across the world in 2016 - including Ferrari World in Barcelona (top left), Justice League in Illinois (bottom left) and King Kong in Orlando (bottom right).

While black and white photographer may be stunning in it's simplicity, the best photographers know how to use the natural colors of the world to make truly breathtaking photos. Below are just a few of the submissions to the 2015 National Geographic Photo Contest , and each features color in an unforgettable way - from a diver peeking above the steely blue waters off Antarctica to burnt orange skies of a sunset in Myanmar - the same color as the robes of the monk walking home. Professional and amateur photographers alike still have a chance to submit their best pictures of people, place and nature around the world for this year's contest though November 16.

Royalty, celebrities and tech founders alike rub shoulders on some of the most glamorous streets in the world. MailOnline Travel reveals what makes these hubs in London, Singapore, New York and beyond so valuable. London's priciest street, Kensington Palace Gardens is home to Tamara Ecclestone (top right). Also the top ten expensive streets around the world include Avenue Princesse Grace, Monaco, where Lewis Hamilton is a resident (bottom left) and Paterson Hill, Singapore, where Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin (bottom right) can be found. And unsurprisingly, shopping-haven Fifth Avenue in New York, where Bill Murray has a property, is also one of the most exclusive roads in the world.

The R-100 (top right), which was the brainchild of World War II RAF 'bouncing bomb' designer, Barnes Willis, as part of a British government programme to develop civil airships, was constructed more than 90 years ago in a hangar in Yorkshire. Described as a 'small hotel' in its brochure, the lavish airship, which had a grand double staircase leading the rooms down to the main salon (left) and dining area, catered for passengers - who watched the world go by through large windows (bottom right). It travelled as far as Canada from the UK before a fatal accident forced it out of use.

Photographer Brian Flaherty created the 'Notes from Peru' photo series to document his journey across the southern Peruvian landscape - from the rugged extremes of the Andes to the vast expanse of desert at the Pacific. The San Francisco photographer pictured the likes of the Ausangate Mountain (left), horses in the foothills (bottom right) and local men in the towns (top right).

Moonhole is located on the island of Bequia and consists of a collection of villas that offer spectacular sea views. The unique cluster of stone homes were built in the 1960s by a couple who sought to create their dream Caribbean retreat. Living in the front house (left) they built the surrounding villas (top and bottom right) for friends who wanted to enjoy their own slice of paradise. Now five of the villas are available for adventurous holidaymakers to rent.

This incredible footage was taken at the top of the Eiffel Tower by daredevil James Kingston - before he was handcuffed and arrested by French Police. The clip shows the British freerunner (inset) walking along the frames of the magnificent structure at about 900ft after he had scaled it from the bottom. After reaching the top platform, the 24-year-old's curiosity got the better of him, and after opening a door to the inside, he was spotted by security officials.

See sites such as Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament (left) from the comfort of a 17-tonne self-propelled bullet-proof tank (pictured) from the Tanks a Lot company which holds two tourists per three-hour excursion. During its military career, in the 1960s, it had a range of over nine miles - enough distance to shoot over the entire Congestion Charge zone. The tank is decommissioned, but it is still bullet and bombproof.

Seven foreign runners competed in the field of 120, and they were taken by the rugged beauty of Afghanistan's Bamyan Province (left). For the tourists, it proved to be one of the most memorable and unusual experiences, as they had to run around sheep (top right) which blocked a course that was protected by masked men with assault rifles (bottom right). The event had many special moments, as about 60 female students competed in a six-mile race and a 25-year-old became the first woman from Afghanistan to complete a marathon in the country.

The Pig on the Beach (inset), in Dorset, came out on top when travel website Mr and Mrs Smith revealed the winners in 12 categories after sorting through votes from 22,000 holidaymakers. Other big winners included Cambodia's Song Saa Private Island (top left) for best eco hotel, Amangiri (top right) in Utah for best hotel pool, Italy's Bellevue Syrene (bottom right) for sexiest bedroom in the world thanks in part to its stunning views, and Ett Hemm (bottom left) in Stockholm for best interior design.

Macro photographer Harold Taylor created 21 breathtaking photos showing what sand from seven different beaches in the Indian Ocean looks like under a microscope. MailOnline Travel is providing the first look at the shapes, colour depth and textures of the sand, which are usually hidden from the naked eye. Snaps include collections from Sri Lanka (left), a stony kind of seaweed (top right), and a grain with coral and marine life fragments (bottom right).

Lake Nakuru was one of the fascinating sites television presenter Michaela Strachan visited while on safari with her partner, Nick, and ten-year-old son, Ollie. At times it was like watching The Lion King, while observing the antics of a pride of lions and watching wildebeest and zebra migrate. One of the most fascinating moments was seeing a lion kill for the first time.

Set in a converted catamaran, Off-Paris Seine is scheduled to open next spring, with rooms that cost between €160 (£115) and €450 (£320) a night, a 50ft swimming pool and a terrace. The hotel will be located near Charles de Gaulle Bridge along the Quai d'Austerlitz in the 13th arrondissement of Paris, which until September was home to a camp for hundreds of migrants, who slept in tents.

There may be no better way to get into the festive spirit than a visit to a bustling Christmas market. The Daily Mail's picks for the top markets include a UK market that attracts 250,000 revellers every season, and a Swedish celebration where stalls are stocked with smoked reindeer. The best market in Germany is found in a city that has more than 60 to choose from.

Whether they're formed accidentally, naturally or with a little help, the finest pools in Europe, America and Asia are a sight to behold this winter. One of the most popular destinations is Iceland, where holidaymakers can go for a dip in the stunning Blue Lagoon (pictured), which is set on a lava field. In Colorado, the pool at Glenwood Hot Springs (inset) is one of the largest of its kind and was once used for its healing qualities by Native American tribes.

Hotel Hotel in Canberra (left) beat off competition from 100 nominees across nine categories in the World Interior of the Year 2015 awards. March Studio designed the lobby using more than 5,000 piece of wood to create a tunnelling effect, plus concrete beams and steel panelling. Other hotel nominees included London's Pavilion Hotel (bottom right), St Regis Hotel Istanbul and Skytel Hotel in China (top right).

From 34,000 submissions, 15 finalists have been selected for their stunning images of everything from a large crowd at India's Taj Mahal to a fascinating waterfall in Goias, Brazil. Photographer Sam Rich is in the running for his amazing shot of a lake in Italy's Dolomites (left), while Vladamir Popov's shot (right) in Tianmen Mountain National Park, China shows a six-mile winding road that leads to the top of a mountain. The winning photo will grace the cover of National Geographic Traveler's Christmas cover.

Jetman, Yves Rossy, and Jetman Junior, Vince Reffet, took to the skies to record the hair-raising stunt, which saw the duo flying beside an Emirates A380 passenger plane over the Dubai skyline. The incredible footage shows the pair soaring above the clouds at speeds of up to 120mph with nothing but jet-packs 4,000 feet off the ground.

Creative Hunter Lawrence (centre), 24, sets up rural photo-shoots with his four-legged pal Aspen, while hiking through the USA and Canada. The stunning pictures show the Golden Retriever posing in front of snowy mountains and shimmering lakes. Aspen is now the star of his own Instagram feed which has tens of thousands of followers who track his adventures on canoes (top right), on roadtrips (bottom left) and enjoying the natural surroundings.

The Moulin Rouge (right) opened in October 1889 with the owners calling it a temple of music and dance. Alive with can-can routines (bottom left), drinking and scandal, the Paris establishment became notorious. Its exotic reputation was fuelled further by the addition of a giant wooden elephant in 1900 that featured a room in its belly for intimate dances. Many of the cabaret performers quickly became prominent characters in the nightclub, including Mistinguett (top left), who was said to have insured her legs for 500,000 francs.

In the seventh annual Restaurant & Bar Design Awards, over 860 entrants were marked by a panel of judges. The winners were The Jane, a restaurant in Antwerp, Belgium and Dandelyan, (top left) a bar at the Mondrian London. In addition to this there were various other category winners such as The Gallery at Sketch in London (bottom right) which won Best UK Restaurant and Restaurant or Bar in a hotel, Parq in the United States (bottom left) won the colour category and Dirty Martini in London (top right) took the title for the best Multiple Bar or Club. There was even a category for best restaurant or bar in a transport space, won by The Bar at Fortnum & Mason at Heathrow (centre).

The stunning, Symmetry super yacht, was named the most developed, detailed and designed concept yacht presented at Monaco Yacht Show. Described as a 'private estate' with six unique and lavish decks for up to 34 guests, the luxury hotel on water features stylish bedrooms (top right), an infinity pool (bottom right) and a spa (bottom left).

Plans have been drawn up for a unique experience of the 2,500 artefacts that lie in the Mediterranean in Egypt. The Alexandria Underwater Museum (left) will feature fibreglass tunnels to 22-foot-deep viewing platforms (top right) so guests can see sights such as the sunken Pharos Lighthouse. The Ministry of Antiquities in Egypt seeks to protect the monuments from the threat of thieves and showcase the beauty of the forgotten landscape in the bay (bottom right) to the public. One of the biggest problem facing designers is tackling the issue of pollution that has flooded into the water.

In order to promote the natural pools in the Oita region on Japan's Kyushu Island, swimmers took to the waters with the help of Olympic medallist Raika Fujii who created the energetic routine. Set to a catchy soundtrack, the advert showcases a range of hot springs from individual soaks to muddy beds.

Photographer Ben Terzza visited Egypt and was shocked to find it devoid of travellers. He found the Pyramids of Giza (inset) lying abandoned, along with the Great Sphinx of Giza (main). The pictures reveal in startling detail the crippling effect that the violent conflicts of 2011's revolution and its fallout are still having upon tourism, which has dropped dramatically in recent years.

From rainbow-coloured rolling hills in Gansu (left), to an abandoned village clad in vines on Shengshan Island - China is breathtaking. The turquoise ponds of Huanglong valley (top right) and the rice fields in Yuanyang County (bottom right) are just two of the picturesque landscapes that have long attracted tourists and photographers to the country. MailOnline Travel takes a visual tour to reveal why this vast and varied country is well worth a visit.

A spectacular soiree for 2,000 guests will give partygoers the chance to descend to the watery Parisian underworld for a four-night-long masquerade ball in January. Under Venice Paris: A new legend of the night, is being thrown by elite underground party planners, We are the Oracle, who specialise in organising off the grid events. Masked revellers (left and top right) will board small boats (bottom right) in the direction of a secret Venice, hidden undergound in Paris.

The Busójárás festival in Hungary is an event held to scare off winter and pay homage to the Battle of Mohács. Participants take to the streets donning outfits of horned monsters (left) and (bottom left) and woollen cloaks. Lasting for six days, the vibrant Poklade, or Busójárás festival, includes a man made of straw being burned on a bonfire, with some say represents scaring away the colder days. Celebrations include the arrival of more than 500 costumed revellers in boats on the Danube (top left) for a procession through the city in horse-drawn fantasy vehicles.

Project Monsoon was created to bring colour to Seoul's rainy season. Whales, turtles and fish can be viewed underfoot in the capital city, created with special hydrochromatic paint that is only revealed when it gets wet. Fascinating before and after images show the usually dull, grey streets brought to life with the creative designs. The venture was created with the help of colour company Pantone, to help residents look forward to the monsoon season.

Over 15,000 breathtaking images were submitted by photographers to the Siena International Photography Awards, from over 100 countries around the world. Taking the first prize was a misty image of Chinese fishermen on a river near the city of Lishui by Vladimir Proshin (right). Also highly commended was Cappadocia balloon, Turkey by Giulio Montini (top left) and Sunrise at the Great Wall of China, by Joseph Tam (bottom left). The winning pictures and top judges' picks will be on display in the Italian city of Siena during November.