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While you’re spoilt for choice when it comes to high-quality Christmas markets in Germany, the one in Bamberg stands out for several reasons. Not only does Bamberg’s Christmas Market boast…

Of all the international border crossings I’ve experienced during my travels, the Attari-Wagah crossing between India and Pakistan is certainly one of the most memorable…

Guča, a free-to-attend trumpet festival featuring Balkan brass music in Serbia, is perhaps the most fun music festival in the world to visit…

On a trip to the stunning island of Kastellorizo, I learned more about the remarkable life of Despina Achladiotou, an elderly hermit woman better known as the Lady of Ro, and who became a national hero of Greece…

With its paradise-like natural surroundings, the island of Santo Antão has to be one of the most beautiful places I have ever visited. For a relatively small island, Santo Antão boasts diverse landscapes…

This destination guide covers a day trip from Bucharest to the Slanic Salt Mine (Salina Slănic). A Slanic day trip

Dakar is a dynamic, vibrant and culturally rich city that offers something for everyone. Whether you’re interested in history, music, or simply soaking up the local culture…

Although Lier resembles other medieval cities in Belgium such as Bruges, Ghent or nearby Antwerp, the city feels like an undiscovered gem as it receives relatively few visitors compared to the numbers heading for the better-known places across Flanders…

My visit to Augsburg was a pleasant surprise as I absolutely loved its beautiful old town, pleasant vibe and interesting sights. Its history is a tale of extreme riches, as Augsburg’s Fugger family was…