The ultimate 1-Day Trieste itinerary: From Roman Ruins to Venetian Canals

In this one day Trieste itinerary we’ll explore the Italian seaside city which started life as an Roman settlement named Tergeste. It was a vital commercial hub of the Habsburg Empire during the 18th and 19th century. Much of this Austrian grandeur can still be seen mixed with Italian elegance in the city’s architecture. The […]

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Recent Adventures

A trip to the magnificent Victoria Falls

A trip to the magnificent Victoria Falls

One of the great natural wonders of the world, this majestic waterfall is a must-see if you are in the area. Whether you’re in Zimbabwe, Zambia, or Botswana, this is a place you must visit. When to go? The falls are at their greatest at the end of the rainy season, from March to May. […]

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A magical day in Tokyo

A magical day in Tokyo

We conclude our series in Tokyo with two iconic Japanese cultural forces: Studio Ghibli and contemporary artist Yayoi Kusama. If you haven’t watched any of the movies of Studio Ghibli you should change that immediately.  Both the movies of Studio Ghibli and the art of Yayoi Kusama explore the magical and surreal so it’s interesting […]

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Mito & Tokyo | Great garden of Japan and the history of Edo

Mito & Tokyo | Great garden of Japan and the history of Edo

Three Great Gardens of Japan Japan is famous for many things, among which it’s highly stylized gardens. Traditionally there are three gardens seen as the best. These are Kenroku-en in Kanazawa, Koraku-en in Okayama and Kairaku-en in Mito. The first two are too far away from Tokyo for a day trip, but the Kairaku-en in […]

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How to spend a fabulous week in dazzling Tokyo

How to spend a fabulous week in dazzling Tokyo

Tokyo is one of the largest cities in the world and with its ever-sprawling suburbs it feels like a city with no end. So, it can be hard to decide where to start and how to spend your limited time there.  We’ll try to help you on your way with our favourite places, great ideas […]

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Stunning two-week safari in Botswana

Stunning two-week safari in Botswana

Why choose Botswana for your safari? It’s a beautiful country, the longest stable democracy in southern Africa and it has the biggest population of elephants on the planet. It has a good road network, and it focuses on sustainable tourism. These are just some of the reasons to go here. Where to start your Botswana […]

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Top 5 Museums of Brussels

Top 5 Museums of Brussels

1. Magritte Museum / Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium The Magritte Museum is a separate museum in a complex which houses 4 other museums. The Magritte Museum is by far the most interesting of the four but depending on your interests it may be worth it to buy a combination ticket for all […]

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Spending one week in Northwest France

Spending one week in Northwest France

Why should you go to Northwest France, while most people take the autoroute du Soleil to the sunnier southern parts of France? Well there are many reasons, I will list just a few. In Northern France you can find the most beautiful Gothic cathedrals in the world. You can enjoy the Atlantic beaches, the nice […]

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How to spend a day in historic Trier

How to spend a day in historic Trier

Trier is the oldest city in Germany, founded somewhere around 400 BCE. It became a prominent Roman border town when the Romans conquered the town and established a roman colony here. It’s heighday came after the Imperial reforms of Diocletian when the city became a residence of the Western Roman emperor. The town housed as […]

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Tips for renting a car for a holiday

Tips for renting a car for a holiday

Renting a car has a lot of advantages: It gives total freedom and flexibility, you can get off the beaten track, exploring a country’s rural areas and finding hidden gems. We just like to make our own itinerary, independent of tour organisations, train schedules and buses. Just the two of us, in a car, and […]

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Europe

Europe is the second smallest continent in the world. From the Artic circle in the north, to the Mediterranean Sea in the south, and between the Atlantic Ocean in the west to the Ural mountains in the east. Europe is made up of 44 countries with diverse cultures, languages and histories. Europe is also home to some of the world’s most famous and historic cities, such as Paris, London, Rome, and Athens. The continent has a rich cultural heritage and is known for its art, music, literature, and architecture. It also has a deep history, with many ancient cultures and civilizations having existed in Europe, such as the Greeks, Romans, and Franks.

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Asia

Asia is the largest and most populous continent on Earth. China and India alone house as much as a third of the Earth’s population. Asia stretches from the icy tundra’s of Siberia to the tropical forests of Indonesia. From the metropolises of China to the remote villages in the Himalaya. There are several millennia worth of cultural heritage to explore. So, what are you waiting for, let us guide you to our favourite places.

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