All my blogs about: Destinations
Tips for a Bahrain getaway
This little island Kingdom state in the Arabian Gulf has more to offer than oil alone… Let’s explore how to spend a few days in Bahrain! Ideal tips for a weekend trip if living nearby or combining with a visit to the Bahrain F1 races…
Read More...Things to do in Georgia and Tbilisi
Over the last years, Georgia has developed itself in a great way! The capital Tbilisi has a very European feel and the countries wine heritage is surprisingly diverse! On top of this, it is a very affordable destination, without compromising on quality…. Do I need to say more?...
Read More...Ultimate USA west coast road trip – Part 2 – Las Vegas to Yosemite
Join me in part 2 of the ultimate USA west coast Itinerary. The great thing about this USA west coast road trip is that you visit 3 distinctively different cities while crossing through a high variety of beautiful National parks. The ultimate mix of city and nature!...
Read More...Day trip to lush green Al Ain
Time to explore the United Arab Emirates… let’s leave Dubai and Abu Dhabi behind and explore what more this Arab desert nation has in store for us travellers… This time we visit the green city of Al Ain and Jebel Hafeet mountain…
Read More...Top 3 things to do in Uruguay
Uruguay may not have the landmarks of its giant neighbors Argentina or Brazil, but this does not mean you should forego on this country… There are definitely 3 sites you should visit in Uruguay!...
Read More...Tenerife a great island getaway
Looking for an overdose of sun and beach fun? Throw in a volcanic island to explore and many bars & restaurants to spend your evenings? Look no further… Let’s explore Tenerife!...
Read More...Washing of the Jordan Dead Sea salt in Wadi Mujib
A visit to Jordan is not complete without a dip in the salty Dead Sea! However, ultra-dry Jordan has more water adventures to offer… let's explore the best place to wash of the dead sea salt!...
Read More...Ultimate USA west coast road trip – Part 1 – Los Angeles to Zion National Park
Join me in part 1 of the ultimate USA west coast Itinerary. The great thing of this USA west coast road trip is that you visit 3 distinctively different cities while crossing through a high variety of beautiful National parks. The ultimate mix of city and nature!...
Read More...India’s Taj Mahal and Golden Triangle
I love diverse India, but you do need time to visit this large subcontinent… However, a must-visit is the Taj Mahal, and depending where you live you can do a speed visit and aslso combine it with some of Rajasthan’s highlights in the Golden Triangle… read all about my tips…
Read More...What to do in Paraguay?
What to do in Paraguay? Well compared to its surrounding countries, not too much! This is a reason why Paraguay is often skipped by many tourists… Here I will share some sights and activities to make your visit worthwhile!
Read More...Wadi Rum Mars Camp experience
Human travel to Mars may still be Science fiction. However there is a place on earth that comes very close!... In the Wadi Rum desert of Jordan I stayed in a fabulous camp site under the stars, surrounded by red colored sand and rock formations… This camp likely one of the peek on how life on Mars could look like!...
Read More...Ultimate Speyside Scotland whisky tour tips, even if you don’t like whisky!
Whether or not you are a whisky enthusiast or not you should certainly make a visit to beautiful Scotland, here are some tips & tricks to make the most of your trip to one of the world's most famous whisky areas!...
Read More...Top 5 things to do in Argentina
Argentina is likely one of my favorite countries! Its landscape is so diverse, the people friendly and the food just amazing!... Quite difficult to limit to a top 5 but here we go…
Read More...Bangkok is always a good idea!
Bangkok is one of my favorite cities in the world! There is just too much going on, offering fun for everyone and every occasion! Let me show you my favorite activities and top sights you should not miss!... Spanning from Temples and Palaces to shopping to cycling and to the crazy nightlife!...
Read More...Zanzibar and amazing Cheetah’s Rock
When in Zanzibar do make sure to visit Cheetah’s Rock, you will not regret it! This is definitely an amazing experience! Especially when ending your safari holiday on Zanzibar before heading home!...
Read More...Top 5 things to do in Chile
Great Wines, majestic mountains, massive glaciers, enormous sand dunes… Chile has it all... and more! Let me show you which 5 things you should certainly include in your Chile itinerary.
Read More...Taiwan: traditional yet ultra modern
Taiwan is a great example of how to treasure traditions, while at the same time setting examples of modern day living! Let me show you the versatility of this island state…
Read More...How we got overwhelmed by Jordan hospitality in Petra
Petra is a key tourist attraction, and therefore a place to be wary of tourist traps. However, it was here that we were pleasantly surprised by Jordan’s amazing hospitality!...
Read More...Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara safari
The Ngorongoro crater provides one of the most beautiful backdrops when spotting wildlife! And neighboring Lake Manyara National Park does provide a different safari experience! The Parks are teeming with wildlife, yet there are some downsides to safari in Tanzania… Let me share my experiences…
Read More...Why you perhaps should NOT visit Tanzania
Tanzania offers spectacular sceneries for spotting wildlife! And yes, it is teeming with all types of animals. Still, I would not pick Tanzania as my top choice safari destination! Depending on your type of holiday you may want to reconsider... given that the country comes with quite some annoyances for tourists... Let me explain…
Read More...Top 5 things to do in Bolivia
Spanning the Andes Mountains, the Amazon rainforest and the Atacama Desert, Bolivia has lots to offer… Here is my pick on the 5 top things you certainly should not miss!
Read More...Liechtenstein top sights
Liechtenstein is one of the smallest countries in the world. This fact alone makes it fun to see what is happening here… here are a few suggestions to include in your itinerary!...
Read More...Ho Chi Minh and the Mekong Delta in 12 Photos
Your visit to Vietnam is not complete without a visit to Ho Chi Minh and the Mekong Delta. This post will take you by the hand via 12 photos, which I am sure will make you want to experience this great city and the beautiful green scenery!...
Read More...How we traveled to the Seychelles for free!
Seychelles is one of those destinations that has an expensive ring to it… and trust me it is certainly not cheap! Then again we spent 5 days on the Seychelles islands for free... Let me explain…
Read More...Top Tips for the best Machu Picchu experience
Obviously, Machu Picchu is on many traveler’s bucket lists. If not yet on yours, then be sure to add it!... In this post, I will share you my experience while sharing useful tips on how to make the most of your Machu Picchu visit!...
Read More...Top 5 things to do when in Peru
Planning to go to Peru or just curious what this South American country has to offer!? Let me show you my top 5 sights and experiences in Peru!...
Read More...Musandam: Sailing between Middle Eastern Fjords
I am sure Fjords will not be the first thing to come to mind when you think about the Middle East. Well, think again, as Musandam’s spectacular landscape seems out of place. It will make you wonder how any glacier ice could have ever existed here in the desert sun… I will show you and also explain how these “Fjords” came into existence…
Read More...How a tuna sandwich nearly killed me in Nha Trang
This is a story on how things sometimes not exactly turn out as planned during your travels… It shows describes how to try and cope with challenges and in this case make you drastically alter course…
Read More...Central Vietnam: Hue, Da Nang and Hoi An
When traveling from North to South you will reach the towns of Hue, Da Nang, and Hoi An… Should you visit all these Central Vietnamese cities or only visit a few? Here is my take on it…
Read More...15 Reasons to put the Galapagos Islands on your bucket list
I cannot say this often enough! Visiting the Galapagos Islands was one of my best travel experiences ever! Here I list 15 reasons why, but trust me this list could have been much longer!
Read More...Komodo: the last place to meet dragons
Dragons do not exist... or if they ever did exist they are long extinct right? Well, there is still one place in the world to come eye-to-eye with some real-life dragons!...
Read More...How to apply for a Saudi Transit Visa
Do you happen to live in a GCC country and are you curious to explore that big neighbor Saudi Arabia? As you may know, Saudi Arabia does not provide any tourist visa (yet). No worries, here I explain how you can still visit the desert kingdom in a few easy steps!...
Read More...How to travel to Saudi Arabia as a Tourist
Saudi Arabia does not offer any tourist visa, yet there is a way to still visit this closed country… Let me explain how and share my experiences in this “closed” country which is rapidly changing...
Read More...Top 5 things to do in Ecuador
Planning on visiting Ecuador? Be sure not to miss out on these top 5 things to do! The country has a very diverse landscape and above all, has one of my favorite destinations in the world! Read all about Ecuador right here!...
Read More...Ultimate 5 day Lebanon itinerary
Set aside all your prejudices you may have about the Middle East! As Lebanon really positively surprised me with its vineyards, cedar trees, spectacular mountains, lovely villages, Roman temples, and Mediterranean coastline! It is only a small country, which makes it ideal for a short trip, hence this great 4-5 day itinerary! But trust me… you will not regret staying longer!
Read More...Why Masai Mara is the best safari park
Safaris are by far not cheap! So you better make your money worthwhile and choose the best location for your Safari adventures! Search no longer, you can read all about why you should choose Masai Mara Kenya for your wildlife spotting destination!
Read More...Visiting Hotel Rwanda and Genocide Memorial
One of the recent black spots in history is certainly the Rwandan Genocide. Given the content, this blog is certainly not most cheerful, but it does describe 2 must-visit sites when in Kigali, the capital of Rwanda.
Read More...All you need to know about Gorilla Safari
An activity on many bucket lists is meeting Gorillas face to face in the wild!... I will share all my tips and tricks with you on how and where to best make this dream a reality!...
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