There are so many diverse and beautiful places in Azerbaijan that one would need a month to become fully immersed in the country and fully explore it. I had two trips to do that, over four years, and I must say this country is a real hidden gem. My second trip recently only solidified my …
Renting a car in Oman is by far the best way to get around this gem of a country. And an easy one, too. Driving in Oman is a breeze and quite enjoyable for anyone who likes to be behind the wheel. I drove nearly 2,000 km in Oman in February 2022, assisted in the …
This post has been written in cooperation with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT). Visiting Koh Phangan, the lovely little sister island to Koh Samui, is a diverse sensory experience. You can see, see, hear, smell, taste, touch and even feel what it’s like once you set your foot on the magical land. Experience Koh …
It’s been a while since I visited Cambodia. That’s why I invited Delilah from www.ourtravelmix.com to cover the best places in Cambodia, since she came back from the country only a few months ago. Already back when I went there myself, Cambodia was already changing. Today, you’ll come across a popular destination with good tourist …
I’ve been on Koh Phangan for a few months now, but I didn’t do much of hiking. There’s always enough to do on the island and I tended to prefer working in cafés or just being lazy rather than hitting the trails. So it was time to change that! You’d be surprised to learn that …
As low key as Koh Phangan still is, the amount of resorts and hotels in Koh Phangan keeps growing rapidly. While staying for a few months on the island, I was able to experience that firsthand. What looked like abandoned patches of land have filled up with fancy bungalows within months! All rushing to cash …
I’ve been lucky enough to call Koh Phangan my winter home. At least in the winter of 2019/2020. In this time I’ve researched and tested all the things to do in Koh Phangan, even though for my daily life sitting at the laptop and staring at sunsets would quite suffice. Hey, I’m not complaining! Since …
Back in 2010, I lived in Shanghai for 3 months. Thanks to a recent business trip, I was able to see Shanghai anew, all fresh and shining. As I had already spent a good amount of time in Shanghai, it all seemed pretty normal to me. But since I was visiting the city with colleagues …
I must say I didn’t know much about Azerbaijan before going there. I barely remembered Baku was the capital and that they had rich oil reserves… That was it. But a trip to Baku Azerbaijan and surrounding areas opened my eyes and I discovered a multi-faceted country with rich culture and history. I went on …
I’m sure the Dead Sea is on top of your must-see list, if you’re heading to Israel. It was on mine too. While I actually ended up with a tight schedule, I decided to sacrifice a day in Tel Aviv and head to the Dead Sea instead. Was that a good idea? Keep reading and …
Visiting Eilat in Israel is a no brainer, especially after you’ve explored Jerusalem and checked out Tel Aviv also. Eilat is unique in many ways. I found the geographical one to be the most interesting. Did you know that from Eilat, you can see 3 different countries? That’s on a clear day, of course. Just …
The people in Leyte are more resilient than most places. They’ve survived one of the worst tropical storms in the history, which left their homes in tatters and claimed the lives of beloved family members. Still, they recovered, proudly rebuilt their homes and are looking towards future with hope. Welcome to Leyte, a Filipino island …
Kalanggaman Island, also known as Calangaman, is a pristine islet in the Philippines with gorgeous white-sand beaches and crystal clear turquoise water. It’s nearly impossible to put into words how incredibly beautiful this speck of land is. No Kalanggaman Island description will do it justice. It left me absolutely speechless. Already the first glimpses of …
Perhaps you have heard from other travellers that the Philippines is not exactly a foodie’s paradise and, if you’re vegetarian or vegan, you might starve before you find proper food. It’s true. The Philippines’ eating habits are largely based on meat. But if you dig deeper below the surface, you’ll find an amazing variety of …
Have you ever flown in a hot air balloon? It’s such a surreal experience, right? Now, imagine you’re doing it over an incredibly special area, like smooth-looking, golden desert sand. If that doesn’t sound unique enough to you, then picture this: You’re going to be flying as the sun rises. Expect a spectacle of shades …