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The Kremlin and Red Square
Russia - The Kremlin in Moscow is the geographical and historical heart of the Russian capital. The name Kremlin comes from the Russian word кремль (kreml), meaning fortified city center. While in Dutch the term usually refers to the Moscow Kremlin, other ...
Rincon de la Vieja
Costa_Rica - Just past Liberia lies the active Rincón de la Vieja volcano. The route to the volcano’s summit is closed due to volcanic activity. I choose to walk along the hot springs and mud volcanoes. As soon as I enter the nature reserve, I smell the pungent ...
The Colosseum
Italy - The Flavian Amphitheater, better known as the Colosseum, was built in the 1st century AD in Rome and was the largest amphitheater in the Roman Empire. It was constructed by the so-called Flavian emperors. Construction began under Emperor Vespasian in ...
Dolphins at Lovina
Indonesia - At six o’clock I meet Robert again on the beach. The sun has not yet risen, but a glow already hangs over the sea. I help Robert and the skipper push the fishing boat into the water. I step in to go dolphin watching. Fellow travelers who went yesterday ...
The Transfagarasan Highway, Romanias Most Spectacular Road
Romania - The Transfagarasan Highway, also known as DN7C, is one of the most scenic and dramatic roads in Europe. Winding through the rugged Fagaras Mountains in central Romania, it stretches over 90 kilometers and connects the regions of Transylvania and Wallachia. ...
The colorful lakes of the Kelimutu volcano
Indonesia - The Kelimutu volcano, located on the island of Flores in eastern Indonesia, is famous for one of the country's most fascinating natural phenomena: three crater lakes, each with a different, ever-changing color. These so-called “Lakes of Kelimutu” ...
The Monastery of San Fruttuoso
Italy - Today we’re visiting Portofino—a picturesque town on the edge of a peninsula. Due to its sheltered location and tourist appeal, parking is difficult. Rates go up to six euros per hour. As an alternative, we park in Santa Margherita, a town earlier ...
Isalo National Park
Madagascar - At seven o’clock, I leave the grounds of Hotel de Isalo. In the village, Toussant gets in. He has brought two helpers, Mark and Names. They ride along to the park entrance. The last three kilometers are on an unpaved road. Faly carefully drives the ...
The Cloud Forest of Monteverde
Costa_Rica - After the cable car ride, we take a walk over suspension bridges. Via the suspension bridges, you walk through the cloud forest. Many ivy plants try to climb trees to get as much light and water as possible in the densely grown forest. From the suspension ...
St Martins Cathedral of Mainz
Germany - Mainz Cathedral, officially the St. Martin’s Cathedral, is one of the most important religious buildings in Germany and is located in the center of the historic city of Mainz on the Rhine. Construction of the cathedral began in 975 under Archbishop ...
The Slovenian capital Ljubljana
Slovenia - The capital Ljubljana lies in the center of the country. We continue driving into the center of Ljubljana and search for a parking spot. Most parking garages have a height limit of two meters. We need an extra 50 centimeters. Fortunately, there is also ...
Safari in Yala National Park
Sri_Lanka - At half past four, the phone rings. It’s time to get up for the game drive in Yala National Park. When I peek outside through the curtains, it’s still dark. I hear a light rain on the roof. Did I make the right decision to postpone the safari to this ...
The Glaciers around Mount Cook N.P.
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 ...
The old village of Kovachevitsa
Bulgaria - I slowly descend into the valley. On the other side, I see Kovachevitsa. I anxiously watch the clouds. The weather forecast for today is bad. There is a high chance of rain. I also see dark clouds hanging against the mountains, but the clouds are not ...
The Grand Mosque of Abu Dhabi
United_Arab_Emirates - The Sheikh Zayed Mosque, also known as the Grand Mosque of Abu Dhabi, is one of the most impressive religious buildings in the world. Located in the capital of the United Arab Emirates, this mosque exemplifies Islamic architecture and cultural heritage ...
Authentic Paraty
Brazil - Back in the city, Philippe takes us directly to the old town. The tide reaches its maximum height around three o’clock, and it’s already half past three. We walk briskly to the historic center. Although the water is already receding, I still see several ...
Colossal Buddha statues in Polonnaruwa
Sri_Lanka - Today is Puja in Sri Lanka due to the full moon. Ajbriy already told me this often means rain. I wonder if the two are connected. As I leave my cottage, I notice he was right. Large raindrops are falling from the sky. Judging by the clouds, it doesn’t ...
Northern lights at the Arctic Circle
Norway - In the evening, during dinner at the hotel (there is no other place to eat nearby), the waitress alerts us that the Northern Lights are visible outside. We abandon our coffee and quickly grab our cameras. We rush outside. The Northern Lights are a beautiful ...
Wadi Rum desert
Jordan - Despite the chilly wind in the open Jeep, the Wadi Rum desert looks stunning. Wadi Rum is a desert valley with sandstone and granite cliffs. It is considered the most beautiful desert plain in Jordan. We first head to the Khaz'ali Canyon. Just after getting ...
Wandering around Chicago
United States - Today, I have the whole day to explore Chicago. It's Saturday, the Saturday before Labor Day. That means it's extra busy—pleasantly busy. The weather is beautiful as we leave our hotel. Our first mission is to officially complete Route 66. Just like ...
The Oeschinen Lake mountain lake
Switzerland - We planned a walk around Lake Oeschinen with a picnic, but plans change upon arrival. The lake is inaccessible by car. We can either take a cable car or hike to the lake; we choose the latter, carrying lunch in our backpacks. Kandersteg sits at 1,174 ...
Wakhan Valley
Tajikistan - At breakfast, I meet two boys from Hong Kong. They are traveling by hitchhiking and public transport from Hong Kong to Uzbekistan. On the Pamir Highway, everyone has their own travel adventure. In the center of the village, we fill up with water and continue ...
Cementerio de Colón in Cuba
Cuba - With approximately 800,000 graves, the Cementerio de Colón in Havana is one of the largest cemeteries in Latin America. The cemetery features extensive family tombs that are well worth a visit. Colón is a Catholic cemetery and includes elaborate monuments, ...
Freycinet National Park on Tasmania
Australia - Freycinet National Park, located on the east coast of Tasmania, Australia, is a breathtaking piece of paradise known for its spectacular coastal landscapes, crystal-clear waters, and unspoiled nature. This vast park covers an area of approximately 170 ...
Gros and Petit Piton lava rocks
Saint_Lucia - The Piton Management Area is a large natural reserve near the town of Soufrière. The two “Pitons,” volcanic peaks that rise over 700 meters side by side from the sea, are visible from almost everywhere on Saint Lucia. These two eroded remnants of ...