Destinations

The vibrant port city of Hamburg is a fantastic destination to visit, particularly if you are interested in early modernist and industrial architecture. It’s an absolute pleasure to stroll along the quays…

Even though the Dahshur Pyramid Complex isn’t as well known as Giza and a bit more challenging to visit, the pyramids here are just as stunning. The unusual shape of the Bent Pyramid, which blends in perfectly…

Although Shymkent certainly isn’t Kazakhstan’s most interesting destination to visit, the city does have a pleasant atmosphere and isn’t a bad place to linger around for a while…

Montreux, famous for its historic grand hotels and sweeping views over Lake Geneva and the Alps, makes for a pleasant destination to visit on your trip through Switzerland…

The Saqqara Necropolis is a must-see sight if you visit Cairo. Saqqara used to be the necropolis of the ancient Egyptian capital of Memphis and several Pharaohs were buried here…

Geneva is an expensive city, but there are plenty of cheap hotels in Annemasse, a short train or tram ride away across the border with France. Even when factoring in the extra costs for public transport…

There is just something special about Khiva, whether it’s the harmonious character of the incredibly well-preserved old town or the imposing mudbrick walls and fortifications of this oasis town in the middle…

From early March until mid-May, Svalbard experiences an extended sunset, with the sun hovering at the horizon for about three hours in the late afternoon. The interplay of sunlight with the snow creates…

I had a fun drive through the Carpathians during the final hours of my Transylvanian road trip, visiting the beautifully located village of Moieciu de Sus. The roads were great to drive, being mostly devoid of traffic…