These past few months have been a journey of extremes for me. Contrasts as sharp as one can imagine. I’ve been to North America, Europe, Africa and Asia between October and now. I’ve talked to […]
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The natural beauty of the Philippines attracts many tourists. Especially for backpackers, the country has a lot to offer. But the downsides of mass tourism are obvious. So now it’s my time to write the […]
Are you wondering how to get away from the crowds on Kho Phi Phi island? Somewhere I read it cannot be done. Challenge accepted. Firstly, let’s be clear, it’s not technically getting away from tourist […]
Elephant bathing, feeding elephants, elephant riding are all very popular tourist activities in Thailand. As conscientious travelers we have to deal with the issue of what we support and don’t support in every destination. Elephant […]
After my recent stay in South Africa and a subsequent extended visit to a family with a 5-year old I had a lot of opportunity to engage with Simba’s story. In Africa, at Disneyland in […]
This week I was on a train from Düsseldorf to Berlin. In their in-train magazine I read an article by Thilo Mischke. He wrote about the sustainability of train travel, Greta, and a generation that […]
This post may contain affiliate links, meaning I get compensated if you purchase via this link. However, all opinions are my own and I would not recommend what I don’t believe in. There is so […]
Sherbrooke Village is a genuine hidden gem on the South Coast of Nova Scotia. If you’ve read my post on Annapolis Royal you know that I am now on Canada’s East coast. So, one day […]
Bass Thurman in his epic song sunscreen said “do something new every day” are you looking for new experiences? Those little things you’ve never done before? Got a Canada bucket list? Here are some ideas […]
If you’re coming to South Africa, you want to see animals. Of course. This 3 day first timers itinerary to Pilanesberg includes a safari near Johannesburg. Also a World Heritage Site of historic importance, as […]