Georgia - The cave city of Vardzia is a rock monastery on the slopes of the Erusheli River. It was founded by Queen Tamar in 1185 as protection against the Mongols and consisted of over six thousand apartments across thirteen levels. The only access to the complex ...

Botswana - First, we have to exit Namibia with a form and a stamp. Funny enough, some apparently got a wrong stamp at the airport. The date they entered Namibia is later than their departure date. A bit further, we stop at the Botswana border. Again, the form and ...

Malta - The Blue Lagoon in Malta is truly a paradise on Earth. It is located between the small island of Comino and Gozo and is surrounded by a serene, tranquil atmosphere that is perfect for relaxation. The water has a stunning azure-blue color due to its shallow ...

Albania - The historic town of Kruja is located 32 km northwest of Tirana. From Barbullush to Kruja, it is a one and a half hour drive. Kruja is a medieval town and was first mentioned as a Christian religious center in the year 879. Later, Kruja became the main ...

Peru - At nine o'clock I’ve arranged to have breakfast at the hotel. Unfortunately, it's raining again today. We walk through the streets of Cusco to Plaza Cusipata. From there, we head toward the main square, Plaza de Armas. At the Cathedral, we buy a combination ...

Belize - I wake up to the sound of construction workers at the hotel. I check my clock and see it's already eight o'clock. I take a shower. Just as I’ve given up hope for hot water and start washing my hair under the cold stream, the water suddenly turns warm. ...

Australia - The Great Ocean Road is an iconic coastal route in the state of Victoria, Australia, stretching approximately 243 kilometers along the country’s southeastern coastline. It is not only one of the world’s most spectacular scenic drives but also an unforgettable ...

Cape_Verde - In the 18th century, the capital was moved to Praia after attacks on the old town. A walled fortress was established on a rocky plateau 37 meters above sea level. This still forms the heart of the historic center of Cape Verde’s capital. To reach the ...

Tajikistan - I enter Tajikistan. The road is surprisingly good — no potholes or bumps, and there are even streetlights here and there. I hadn’t expected this in Tajikistan. I drive into Dushanbe. At the central square, we stop briefly to figure out how to get ...

Tanzania - The Serengeti, a name derived from the Maasai word Siringet, literally means “Endless Plains.” It is a region of savannas and woodland landscapes in Africa, spanning northern Tanzania and southern Kenya, covering an area of about 30,000 km². Eighty ...

New Zealand - A thrilling day today. Would the glacier tour go ahead? When we wake up, it is cloudy. Yesterday, the weather forecast seemed better. We can call at nine o’clock to find out if the helicopter trip will take place. To be safe, we decide not to do a mountain ...

Suriname - Shortly after 9:30, we land at the Drietabbetje airstrip. The luggage is quickly unloaded, and less than ten minutes later, the plane takes off again with new passengers for a flight to Paramaribo. At the airstrip, we meet John and his crew. John welcomes ...

Thailand - Thailand is famous for its vibrant markets, ranging from floating shops to street markets. One of the most unique markets is the Dee Maeklong Market, located along a railway line. The market is crossed by a train eight times a day, running very close ...

United_States - The White House is the official residence of every U.S. president except George Washington. Its location near the Mall was chosen in 1790 by President Washington and Pierre L’Enfant, the architect of the capital’s master plan. Washington temporarily ...

Mozambique - Around half past two, we walk into the center of Maputo. Just to be safe, without any valuables on us. We follow the sights from the travel guide. Via Jardin Tunduru park, past the Casa de Ferro (Iron House) and the White Catedral de Nossa Senhora da ...

United_Arab_Emirates - Of the seven sheikhdoms that make up the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi is geographically the largest. Abu Dhabi is the capital of the state of the same name. It is also the federal capital and seat of government. Abu Dhabi is distinguished by a unique ...

Romania - Peleș Castle, located in the picturesque town of Sinaia in Romania’s Southern Carpathians, is one of the most beautiful castles in Europe. Built between 1873 and 1914 on the orders of King Carol I of Romania, it served as the royal family’s summer ...

Belgium - Durbuy is for the most part situated on the right bank of the Ourthe River, nestled between steep and wooded slopes that seem to squeeze it in. On one of these slopes, you will find the famous anticline — a bend in the river that was drained in the ...

Uruguay - Via Plaza Independencia, I walk to the Teatro Solís. I enter the 19th-century neoclassical theater. Inside, three staff members look at me questioningly. When I explain that I want to see the building’s interior, they explain in excellent English that ...

Spain - The Sagrada Família, officially Basílica y Templo Expiatorio de la Sagrada Familia, is a basilica in Barcelona, Spain, designed by Antoni Gaudí. The name means Holy Family. Construction began in 1882 and continues to this day. Work paused for several ...

Iceland - A few minutes later, we drive on to the Gullfoss waterfall, one of Iceland’s most famous. The impressive Gullfoss waterfall drops the water of the Ölfusá River in two stages. From the viewing platform, we see the waterfall nestled in the valley. A ...

Norway - After lunch, the bus continues along the shores of the Sognefjord toward Hella. In Hella, we take the ferry across the fjord to Vangsnes. At Vik, we leave the fjord behind and head to the small church village of Hopperstad. In Hopperstad stands one of ...

New Zealand - Several buses are running today. The second one to arrive is ours. Marvin is the driver and welcomes us onboard. Since multiple buses are operating, Marvin first drives all the way to Cape Reinga and then returns via the beach. This does mean we’ll ...

Iceland - Via the northern side of the Tjörnes Peninsula, where Húsavík is located, we drive to the Dettifoss waterfall. At the Mánárbakki campground, we reach the northernmost point of our journey—just 25 km from the Arctic Circle. Iceland’s mainland ...

Netherlands - The museum explains that Westerbork was initially a reception camp for fleeing German Jews. When Germany invaded the Netherlands, the camp was used to accommodate more Jews. Attempts were made to keep living conditions as normal as possible. Sports matches ...