My first trip to Finnish Lapland: Huskies, reindeers and northern lights!
Snow, endless forests, reindeers, huskies and the possibility to see the Northern Lights were more than enough reasons to plan my first trip to Lapland in 2016 I wanted to ensure I would visit the “true north” already in my […]
Read MoreWhat´s being in African safari like?
We often get to see the photos or videos from these famous safaris, however I always wondered how they were really like. I just couldn´t imagine how it was in practice, if you really were in the middle of nowhere, […]
Read MoreUshuaia, the end of the World!
Ushuaia was my gateway to travel to Antarctica, but the city alone is absolutely worth the visit. The surrounding nature is fantastic and it´s a paradise for trekkers like me 😉 I spent a couple of days in Ushuaia before […]
Read MoreIsla Mujeres, Mexican paradise
It was the beginning of 2021 and the pandemic was still uncertain. In many countries it was still very difficult, if not entirely impossible, to travel. Thankfully for me and purely from a selfish perspective, Mexico never really closed its […]
Read MoreMadrid, the semester abroad that changed my life
“Where are you going to study your semester abroad”?, asked one of my classmates from the very prestigious and private university I went to in Mexico, -“I don´t know, but probably I won´t” I replied with a humble, almost melancolic […]
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Seoul: K-Pop, modern architecture, great food
The author’s visit to Korea highlights the blend of traditional and modern elements, showcasing royal palaces alongside a vibrant metropolis. They enjoyed exploring without a tour, engaging with the K-pop culture and local attractions like HiKr Ground and Gwangjang Market. The trip offered a unique insight into Seoul’s dynamic atmosphere and lifestyle.
Read MoreSpring time in Korea, cherry blossoms and more!
My visit to South Korea 2023 was very close to the cherry blossom peak dates in Seoul, so I got […]
Read MoreGyeongju, historical “golden city”of Korea and Hanok stay
After Seoul, I visited a more relaxed historic town called Gyeongju, known as a “museum without walls” due to the […]
Read MoreHalong Bay, Vietnam
One of the most beautiful places I visited in Vietnam was Halong Bay, situated in the Gulf of Tonkin in […]
Read MoreUzbekistan: The best color comes from people!
This post is dedicated to share some of the color I found in this beautiful country, not only in the […]
Read MoreKhiva, another gem of Uzbekistan
The writer details their trip to Khiva, Uzbekistan – a well-preserved medieval city, UNESCO World Heritage site, first in Central Asia. They describe beautiful Islamic architecture, unique minarets, and charming old town. They recommend staying in hotels based in the Itchan Kala neighborhood with one full day enough to explore. Highlights are the tall, colorful minarets and stunning blue-tiled courtyards.
Read MoreSamarkand, a feast to the eyes in Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan is one of those countries I discovered through one of my colleagues trips, before that I admit I had […]
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