August 2026 LA PAZ — Chaos, Cable Cars and a Little Bit of Magic After the relatively polished and tourist-friendly atmosphere of CUSCO, my next stop was LA PAZ, the highest capital city in the world — and a place that immediately felt like a completely different adventure. Sitting at around 3,600 meters above sea… Continue reading (Bolivia) What I did in La Paz
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(Peru) What I did in Cusco
August 2026 CUSCO — Where the Adventure Goes Higher After spending several days in LIMA, it was time to head to CUSCO — and quite literally, my adventure was about to go higher! Located high in the Andes at around 3,400 meters above sea level, CUSCO is one of those places where you notice the… Continue reading (Peru) What I did in Cusco
(Peru) What I did in Lima
August 2026 The Beginning of My Second South American Adventure LIMA, the capital and largest city of Peru, stretches along the Pacific coast and is home to more than 10 million people. It is a huge, busy city with a fascinating mix of modern neighborhoods, colonial history, ancient civilizations, colorful local markets, and, of course,… Continue reading (Peru) What I did in Lima
(France) Take a break at Lyon
June 2026 Lyon: France’s Delicious Hidden Gem Paris may get most of the attention, but Lyon is the city that quietly steals your heart. Located where the Rhône and Saône rivers meet, Lyon is famous for its beautiful old streets, colorful buildings, amazing food, and relaxed atmosphere. With over 2,000 years of history, Lyon was… Continue reading (France) Take a break at Lyon
(Czechia) Take a break at Prague
June 2026 Prague: The City of a Hundred Spires Prague, the capital of Czechia, is one of Europe’s most beautiful and historic cities. Built along the Vltava River, it’s famous for its colorful buildings, Gothic churches, charming cobblestone streets, and lively squares. Nicknamed the “City of a Hundred Spires,” Prague feels like an open-air museum… Continue reading (Czechia) Take a break at Prague
(Czechia) Take a break at Karlovy Vary
June 2026 Karlovy Vary: A Spa Town Full of Elegance and Charm Nestled in the rolling hills of western Czechia, Karlovy Vary is the country’s most famous spa town, known for its colorful architecture, natural hot springs, and timeless elegance. Founded in the 14th century by Emperor Charles IV, the town has welcomed visitors for… Continue reading (Czechia) Take a break at Karlovy Vary
(Germany) Take a break at Nuremberg
June 2026 Nuremberg: A City of Castles, Legends, and Local Flavors Nestled in northern Bavaria, Nuremberg is one of Germany’s most fascinating cities, where medieval streets, half-timbered houses, and centuries of history blend with a lively modern atmosphere. Once a powerful imperial city of the Holy Roman Empire, Nuremberg flourished as a center of trade,… Continue reading (Germany) Take a break at Nuremberg
(Germany) Take a break at Würzburg
June 2026 Würzburg: A Historic Gem in the Heart of Bavaria Nestled along the banks of the Main River in northern Bavaria, Würzburg is a charming city renowned for its rich history, stunning Baroque architecture, and vibrant wine culture. Founded over 1,300 years ago, Würzburg grew into an important religious, political, and cultural center under… Continue reading (Germany) Take a break at Würzburg
(Mongolia) 7 Days Across the Gobi Desert and Kharkhorin
May 2026 Mongolia is vast, rural, and nearly impossible to explore by public transportation alone, so we decided to join a local tour for most of the trip. There was surprisingly little information online, but fortunately I found a Central Asia travel platform and booked this tour: Gobi Desert & Kharkhorum Tour It turned out… Continue reading (Mongolia) 7 Days Across the Gobi Desert and Kharkhorin
(India) Khajuraho: Ancient Stones, Living Stories
Jan. 2026 A Small Town with an Extraordinary Legacy Khajuraho is a small town in central India, renowned for its extraordinary group of UNESCO World Heritage temples. Built between the 10th and 12th centuries by the Chandela dynasty, these temples are celebrated for their intricate stone carvings depicting gods, celestial beings, scenes of everyday life,… Continue reading (India) Khajuraho: Ancient Stones, Living Stories