7 Things you need to know about Quito
There are a few things you need to know about Quito when planning a trip to the Ecuadorian capital. Because Quito is full of surprises.
5 Things you need to know about hiking in Saxon Switzerland National Park
I wanted to go hiking in the Saxon Switzerland National Park because of a photo of the Bastei bridge I had seen some years ago. I was fascinated and couldn’t believe that it was in Germany. And when I finally stood there a few weeks ago, a little bit sweaty from the ascent, I had to…
7 Best things to do in Görlitz
Görlitz is not really the best known German city, not even amongst Germans. But actually, Görlitz is known all over the world. In Hollywood for example everyone is raving about Görlitz. Tarantino loves it, Wes Anderson too and so does Jackie Chan. Görlitz was the set of many famous Hollywood movies during the last few…
Songkran Bangkok: 7 top things you must know about Thai New Year’s festival
Songkran Bangkok, the Thai New Year’s Festival, can be lots and lots of fun as long as you know a few things about it. I do remember precisely how I felt when I arrived in Bangkok for the first time in 2010. The festival was on, and I had no idea what was happening and why. I…
Wadi Rum Jordan – On the people you meet in the desert on a Friday
Wadi Rum Jordan is one of these deserts you have to see. It’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site and always has been inhabited by Bedouins. In World War I, these Bedouins fought alongside T.E. Lawrence (better known as “Lawrence of Arabia”) during the Arab Revolt. And at least since the Oscar-winning Movie “Lawrence of Arabia”,…
Scotland for Beginners – 5 Days in Scotland Tour by Car
The perfect Scotland trip for beginners! A five days Scotland tour by car from Edinburgh through the Highlands to Inverness. Including some insider tips!