Hop on Hop off Istanbul bus tours are a great way to see a city. I personally love them because they give you a chance to rest your legs while you browse through the sights and landmarks the city has to offer. I usually see something that catches my attention, so I make a separate…
During my trip to Mongolia I’ve learned a lot. About the country, its people and about me. Mongolia is a fascinating country. Different. Wider. Diverse. On some days I thought we’re standing in the Grand Canyon. On other days it felt like walking through Scotland. And then again I was walking through the African steppe….
How it is getting a Sak Yant tattoo from a monk at Wat Bang Phra in Thailand. My experience and all you have to know when thinking about getting a Sak Yant (Thai Bamboo tattoo)
⚠️ IMPORTANT TRAVEL WARNING — READ BEFORE PLANNING A TRIP: The situation in Myanmar has changed dramatically since this post was written in 2012. Following a military coup in February 2021, the country has experienced ongoing civil war and armed conflict, and a 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck in March 2025. As of 2026, U.S. State Department…
The first time I was in Berlin, a friend insisted I go to Tempelhof. In my head, I thought, “Why the heck should I go visit an abandoned airport?” Little did I know of the many things you can do and see there! Here are six things you can do at Tempelhof that go well…
In my travels, it’s not the landscapes but the faces that linger in my memory – brief glances, sincere smiles, and captivating looks frozen in a click. Each face tells a story; sometimes, I am fortunate enough to share them here, and other times, they remain a private conversation between two strangers. Even if our…
