Canoeing in Giethoorn – A world beyond the tourist trail
A dragonfly hovers above the tip of our canoe. A mother duck with her two fluffy broods navigate through a maze of blooming water lilies bobbing on the surface. From…
The cost to travel in Taiwan – our budget breakdown
Planning to travel around Taiwan and curious to know how much money you should budget for a trip to this awesome island? When we spent a week in north Taiwan…
Cow cuddling in The Netherlands
It is my first up-close encounter with a cow, and I am slightly nervous. I thought that after feeding wild hyenas, hanging with mountain gorillas, and swimming with whale sharks,…
A day trip to Amsterdam’s countryside: boating in Waterland
Want to trade Amsterdam’s stately streets and canals for a day trip to the Dutch countryside? Did you know that the cow-filled pastures and quaint little villages of Waterland are…
Visiting genocide memorials in Rwanda
In this post I share my experience of visiting genocide memorials in Rwanda. It includes descriptions of the Kigali Genocide Memorial and the Nyamata and Kibuye churches. At the bottom…
The Fisherman’s Trail – all the information you need for your hike
Are you looking for practical information because you want to hike the Fisherman’s Trail in Portugal? I’ve written this detailed guide to help you get started! I walked this trail…
Hiking in Kazbegi, Georgia
The mountains and valleys of Kazbegi in Georgia hide some spectacular hiking trails and scenery. This travel story describes the bliss of walking in the Caucasus mountains.
The best day hikes around Kazbegi, Georgia
I made three spectacular hikes in the area around Kazbegi, in Georgia. In this article I share my practical tips and trips for these hikes with you.
The cost of travel in Georgia – sharing our budget breakdown
Want to know how much money it costs to travel in Georgia? I'm sharing a detailed breakdown of my travel costs to give you an idea.
Meeting Himba and visiting Epupa Falls
Why a trip to the far North of Nambia is totally worth it Epupa Falls is a natural wonder that has taken me by surprise, perhaps because all of the…
A romantic getaway in Champagne
Champagne is known around the world as an exclusive, celebratory drink. If you like the sparkling wine and like wine tasting, a romantic getaway in Champagne should be on your…
Front row hippo views: why the Caprivi Strip is more than a stop-over between Namibia & Botswana
Planning to go to Namibia or Botswana? Lucky you! Many travellers combine both destinations and since there are only a couple of border crossings, chances are high that you will…
