If there’s one thing the UK does better than anywhere else in the world, it’s castles. The stunning ancient structures of Great Britain draw millions of visitors from all over the world each and every year – many of which…
Watch this amazing video of the ‘heaviest’ single firework ever launched. The firework weighed 460 kg (1,014 lbs) and measured 120 cm (4 ft) in diameter, exploding into a ball of light measuring roughly 800 meters (2,625 ft) in diameter….
The Yosemite National Park in California has got to be one the most incredible parks in the world and is certainly top of our bucket list. Wondering why? Check out this awesome 200+ mile backpacking HD experience through Yosemite National…
Showcasing pictures some of the coolest entires in this years National Beard and Moustache Championships, now in their 5th year. These superb photographs of contestants were captured by Greg Anderson. We’ve selected 20 of our personal favourite beards and moustaches from…
Why are we here? What do you desire? It’s these type of deep philosophical questions that we look at in 3 cool and highly thought-provoking videos about life. Featuring Steve Jobs, Alan Watts and Joe Rogan. Sit back and open your…
Brits will undoubtedly experience more culture shock than they expected without brushing up on some rules and customs of American culture. Here are 10 helpful things UK visitors should keep in mind before crossing the Atlantic. 1. Apply For ESTA…
Check out the new Star Wars arcade game developed by Bandai-Namco. This looks so cool, we can’t wait to play this!
We’re massive fans of National Geographic here at Cool Things, especially their annual photo contest that showcase the best travel photos from amateur and professional photographers around the world. The contest, which will wrap up at the end of the…
The UK boasts a number of leading high-tech military aircraft. These serve not only to boost the UK’s defensive capabilities, but to support British industry as well. Frequently, they are built partly or fully by UK companies, using materials sourced…
Spotted this cool picture of a storm with mammatus clouds over Texas. These rare clouds were photographed by Mike Olbinski Equipment used? Canon 5d mark ii Canon 17-40mm f/4 l, 17mm, ISO 400, f/5.0, 1/40th sec
If you’ve got loads of money burning your pockets and want to make a shed load of friends then a home cinema setup is right up there with the coolest things you can have in your home to impress. You…
The days of dial up internet are long behind us thank goodness! Today, fast internet broadband is the norm and has become nearly impossible to live without. Many people, devices, and gadgets are connected through the internet which makes having…
Are you looking for a new watch? Want something a little bit different from what is on offer on the high-street? A watch with history and a story? Then look no further than Glycine watches. First, let’s start with a…
Coffee is often referred to as the nectar of the Gods, and rightly so – it’s up there as one of the most important crops in the world, having even been declared a Christian drink by Pope Clement VIII. While…
Showcasing pictures and videos of ten of the most expensive homes in the world. Buying a property will be the most expensive purchase a person will no doubt make during their lifetime but there are few of us rich enough…
A collection of pictures of some of the worst and craziest haircuts from around the World. A haircut is a statement. There are many types of haircut from the hot haircut, the big haircut, retro haircut to the really bad haircut….
There are so many mobile phone accessories on the market, all designed to make things that little bit easier when it comes to keeping in touch with friends. All varying in price, you might find some a bit more useful…
When the word ‘Bingo’ is brought up in conversation it’s safe to say that, for many people, the first images that come to mind are something along the lines of this… However, with rise of online gaming and social networking,…
Music has come a long way over the years and although today’s modern tastes lean more towards digital music, the role of the album cover is far from obsolete. Over the years, a number of album covers have been the…
I was looking for a cool pair of shoes that would suit coastal walking in Cornwall where I live and also the odd photography job…along with everyday use. Not asking much! Anyway I came across Timberland Earthkeeper 2.0 boots which…
We’ve come a long, long way in the past few centuries. Technology has vastly and remarkably improved, with new innovations and inventions being developed all the time. Sometimes we take for granted all of the incredible products and technologies we…
Star Wars and Vans return with another cool collaborative to take more hard earned money from us Star Wars fans. I’m a Star Wars fan. My two boys are now Star Wars fans. We also happen to wear Vans trainers….
If you’re looking for a cool unique personalised gift for a baby, christening or an anniversary then check out sunrise photograph company The Day That. We love ours! We’ve two framed photographs as gifts for the dawn of both our…
Showcasing some of the most creative designs for cakes from around the world. These pictures demonstrate the amazing creativity that some people have when it comes to cake decorating. Star Wars Cakes What’s there not to love about Stars…
A cool collection of pencil pictures showcasing the amazing work of artists using just pencil and paper to create stunning masterpieces. It’s astonishing how much artistic skill and talent some people have. Equipped with merely a pencil and paper, they…
The UK might not be the first place you think of when you think of scenic drives. But along with crumpets, the royal family and the NHS, one thing Britain is renowned for is its quaint villages and breathtaking countryside….
UK is synonymous with opulent aristocracy, and chauffeured cars are in integral expression of the same. Chauffeur services in the UK encompass fleets of some of the most luxurious and elegant cars from across the globe. Here’s a look at…
Here at cool things we’re big fans of hybrid cars, anything that can help the environment is all good with us. So here we’ve highlighted four hybrid cars that are getting great reviews. Toyota Yaris Hybrid If you are in the…
The topic of coolest cars in the World always raises good debate as everyone has their favourites cars. These eight are my favourite cars right now. 1. McLaren P1 This car is special, seriously special…a game changer in fact. Super…
Wearable and mobile gadgets seem to be the way forward, and smart watches are gaining a lot of attention from the media and public alike. With so many options emerging though it can be difficult to know which devices are…
