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Attending the EDM festival Vogelball in Hamburg, Germany

May 12, 2022

vogelball tickets

Seven years ago, the first Vogelball took place in the city of Hamburg, Germany. What started as a small, underground German EDM festival quickly grew to a popular event. So much so, that the festival needed to relocate to Europe’s biggest river island, Hamburg’s district Read Post

Posted in: Germany

Where to stay in Austria? 7 Austria accommodation reviews

May 12, 2022

hotel see-villa millstatt

If you’re wondering where to stay in Austria on your next trip there, this post will help you out. During our eight-day road trip through five regions, we stayed in different places every night. Now, I’m not saying these are necessarily the best hotels in Read Post

Posted in: Austria

One week in Vorarlberg, Austria – A complete itinerary

April 25, 2022

kleinwalsertal vorarlberg kleinwalsertal

Although Vorarlberg is the smallest province of Austria, it’s very diverse. I spent a week traveling through the state, crossing no less than five different regions and covering things like a mountain lake, a monastery, and the famous Milka chocolate outlet. Below, you can find Read Post

Posted in: Austria

What to wear in Austria in summer for an active road trip

April 25, 2022

what to wear in austria in summer

If you’re planning a road trip through Austria in summer, you’ll have to pack for a wide range of activities. At least, that is, if you plan to combine city tripping with nature as we did. While you’ll feel great in your hiking clothes when Read Post

Posted in: Austria

Visiting the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka

April 24, 2022

ancient city sri lanka polonnaruwa how long to visit

The ancient city of Polonnaruwa in Sri Lanka is a Unesco World Heritage site consisting of ancient temples, stupas, a library, a palace and more. It once was the capital but is now nothing but a historical site, visited by tourists and locals alike. Read Post

Posted in: Sri Lanka

Floralia Brussels: flower show at Groot-Bijgaarden castle and gardens

April 18, 2022

groot-bijgaarden belgium

Floralia is a one-month flower show at the Groot-Bijgaarden castle and gardens, near Brussels. More than 1 million flower bulbs are planted here every year and arranged in beautiful flower beds, sometimes with fun shapes. There’s even a flower labyrinth.  Read Post

Posted in: Belgium

Things to do in Malta for a week: complete itinerary

April 14, 2022

malta beach holidays

A few years ago, my ex and I spent a week in the Republic of Malta, also visiting its sister island Gozo. Below you can find our exact Malta itinerary, including the best things to do in Malta, where we ate, where we slept, what Read Post

Posted in: Malta

5 books about Austria you have to read

April 14, 2022

books about Austria

These five books about Austria will give you insight into the country’s culture, history and great minds of gone-by times. Some have won prizes, others are popular around the world. All of them are interesting reads. Read Post

Posted in: Austria

What to do in Budapest – A fun 4-day Budapest itinerary

April 14, 2022

budapest 3 day itinerary

For a few years now, mom and I have been going on an annual city trip together. On one of those trips, we spent four days in Budapest, Hungary. I’ve mapped out our Budapest itinerary as accurately as I could below and added some information Read Post

Posted in: Hungary

Enjoy nature at the Botanical Garden in Meise, Brussels

April 13, 2022

botanical garden belgium

The National Botanical Garden of Meise near Brussels in Belgium is open all-year-round. The domain itself is 92 ha big and there’s also a large greenhouse. I visited the beginning of spring and photographed the botanical garden of Belgium as it came to live. Read Post

Posted in: Belgium

Visiting Hallerbos, the Blue Forest of Belgium

April 13, 2022

bluebell forest belgium

Every year in April, visitors and tourists alike flock to the Hallerbos in Belgium to see it turn into the blue forest, with grounds covered in bluebells touched by the spring sun. When should you go? Where exactly could you find the bluebells? I did the research and took some photos, so you can sit back and enjoy. Read Post

Posted in: Belgium

Sziget Festival Budapest review

April 7, 2022

sziget travel

Every year, Budapest in Hungary hosts the Sziget festival. Sziget festival 2019 was the first festival I ever attended solo and I had a blast! Below, I’ll tell you all about the Sziget festival, what Sziget was like and the most important details about the Read Post

Posted in: Hungary

How to Make International Calls for Free or Cheap

April 6, 2022

using cell phone in europe

If both you and your loved ones are within the EU, staying in touch isn’t so expensive thanks to the EU removing roaming costs back in 2017. But what if you’re not in the EU? This post tells you how to make international calls for Read Post

Posted in: Travel gear reviews

36 music festivals in Belgium, 2022 you don’t want to miss

April 4, 2022

brussels festivals 2018

Belgium is the land of music festivals. From spring until late summer you can attend a music festival every weekend and even more than one in July and August. Flanders especially is a bit festival crazy, with even the smallest towns organizing their own festival. Read Post

Posted in: Belgium

Fall in love with Dutch tulips at the Keukenhof Gardens 2022

March 30, 2022

keukenhof flower garden

Each year thousands of people ask themselves the same question: when is the best time for the perfect Keukenhof Gardens 2022 visit in the Netherlands? The reason for this is that the best time to enjoy Keukenhof Park changes every year and depends almost entirely Read Post

Posted in: Netherlands

Boardmasters Newquay festival: the how, what and when

March 30, 2022

boardmasters cornwall

Boardmasters is a music and surf festival at Watergate Bay and Fistral Beach in Newquay in Cornwall, the UK. I spent 4 days there. Here you can read all about how to get there, how to get tickets, the Boardmasters campsite and more. Read Post

Posted in: UK

Blog Conferences 2022 (You don’t want to miss these!)

March 28, 2022

blog conferences

Up your blogging game by learning and networking at one of these online entrepreneur and blog conferences in 2020. These conferences on blogging take place all over the world and treat subjects from blog writing to social media, email marketing, and more Read Post

Posted in: Blogging

77 Fun Facts About Austria (#44 is pretty quirky)

March 27, 2022

cool facts about austria

Whether you’re preparing for a trip, learning for a quiz or simply want to know more about this mountainous country, check out these 77 fun facts about Austria.   77 fun facts about Austria This post is part of a series of fun facts posts Read Post

Posted in: Austria

22 Things to do in Braga

February 25, 2022

braga city centre

Often referred to as the ‘Portuguese Rome,’ Braga is a beautiful city in the historic Minho region of northern Portugal. Braga is the third-largest city in Portugal. One of the oldest Christian cities in the world, it was built by the Romans more than 2,000 Read Post

Posted in: Portugal

20 Hotels in Lisbon with Swimming Pool

February 3, 2022

Olissippo Lapa Palace

Looking for a hotel with a pool in Lisbon? Or perhaps you’re keen on finding a rooftop pool with views of the city. Check out the best hotels with pools on this list. 20 highly-recommended hotels in Lisbon with swimming pools 1. Hotel Pateo Lisbon Read Post

Posted in: Portugal

One fun week in Los Angeles. Complete day-by-day itinerary

January 30, 2022

Santa Monica Pier roller coaster Los Angeles

Los Angeles has so much more to offer than movie stars and plastic surgery. In one week you can hang at the beach, hike mountains, get a dose of culture, go shopping and so much more. This one-week program for Los Angeles won’t leave you bored, I promise! Read Post

Posted in: USA

15 Fun Day Trips from Lisbon, Portugal

January 25, 2022

Surf day trip

Lisbon is one of Europe’s most exciting and vibrant cities and is well worth a visit, but limiting your trip to Portugal to just the capital would be a shame. There are lots of day trips to take in the region surrounding the Portuguese capital. Read Post

Posted in: Portugal

10 fun things to do in Cologne, Germany

January 18, 2022

Things to do in Cologne catedral

Planning a weekend trip to Cologne, Germany? Great idea! This list of fun things to do in Cologne offers some inspiration to plan your getaway. Also make sure to check out my list of cool urban spaces and cafes in Cologne.   10 things to Read Post

Posted in: Germany

15 fun things to do in Colombo, Sri Lanka

January 17, 2022

places to visit in colombo

With endless emerald jungle stretching from coast to coast until it meets golden sand and warm blue waves, Sri Lanka is a paradise destination. Your trip there will most likely start in the capital. Don’t head out straight away, as there are plenty of fun Read Post

Posted in: Sri Lanka

55 Interesting Sri Lanka facts (#17 is cool!)

January 13, 2022

interesting fact about sri lanka

Traveling to Sri Lanka soon, doing a school project on the country or simply want to learn more about it? Check out these 55 interesting Sri Lanka facts. Don’t have time to read these fun facts about Sri Lanka right now? Bookmark, pin, or email Read Post

Posted in: Sri Lanka

100+ fun facts about Greece you should know about

January 13, 2022

interesting greek facts

Did you know it’s offensive to hold an open hand to someone’s face in Greece and that the country is the world’s biggest sea sponge producer? Check out these 100+ amazing Greek facts and show off with them at a next party! Read Post

Posted in: Greece

The world needs to know how amazing Bulgarian food is

January 13, 2022

moussaka bulgarian

I’d expected Bulgarian food to be very heavy with lots of meat and greasy sauces. Instead, I discovered that Bulgarian cuisine is pretty diverse. I got lovely Bulgarian soups, huge salads, and delicious oven dishes based on Bulgarian recipes that have been passed on for Read Post

Posted in: Bulgaria

Climbing Sigiriya Rock up to the Lion Fortress in Sri Lanka

January 13, 2022

climbing sigiriya rock steps

We slowly moved to higher ground, walking uphill and taking the occasional few steps. Suddenly there were only steps, going straight up, and it dawned on me that there was no wide staircase for climbing up to the Sigiriya Rock Fortress in Sri Lanka – Read Post

Posted in: Sri Lanka

Kaudulla National Park jeep safari: spotting elephants

January 13, 2022

kaudulla nationalpark sri lanka

I’m not a big animal person. No, let’s rephrase that: I’m not a big “oochie-cootchy oh that’s so cute” animal person. I love watching nature documentaries and I’m fascinated by all sorts of wildlife. Actually, I’m way more fascinated by wildlife than by a puppy wearing Read Post

Posted in: Sri Lanka

Visiting the Temple of the Tooth in Sri Lanka

January 13, 2022

Visiting the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

In some places you shouldn’t take photos, you shouldn’t film, you should just be. Maybe more importantly, you should let others be. That’s what I felt when visiting the Temple of the Tooth in Kandy, Sri Lanka, now several years ago. I’ve updated the post Read Post

Posted in: Sri Lanka

30 fun things to do in Cuba on your vacation

January 13, 2022

cuba things to do and see

For many people, Cuba still speaks to the imagination: the old cars, the omnipresent history… The island definitely has a lot to offer. Not convinced? Wondering what to do in Cuba? Here are… 30 fun things to do in Cuba on a holiday.   Top Read Post

Posted in: Cuba

Packable K-way rain jacket review: is it truly waterproof?

January 13, 2022

K-way review

When I was a kid and we took a field trip with school, my mom would always tell me to take my K-Way rain jacket with me. And looking at all the kids wearing that jacket which folds into a pouch, my mom wasn’t the Read Post

Posted in: Travel gear reviews

45 interesting facts about Iceland that will blow your mind

January 13, 2022

crazy facts about iceland

I’ve recently started gathering facts about the destinations covered here on the blog and I felt some amazing facts about Iceland should be next. It’s a place I haven’t yet been to myself, but my dad has and he’s written about it on here a Read Post

Posted in: Iceland

Top 5 Destinations to Visit in Australia Once it Opens

January 10, 2022

best place to snorkel great barrier reef

It’s no wonder why many intrepid travelers have a trip to Australia on their bucket list. This unique country has plenty of fun things to keep you busy, from diving among colorful coral reefs to exploring buzzing metropolises, swimming in turquoise blue waters, and much Read Post

Posted in: Australia

Top things to do in Chiapas, Mexico for a fun trip

January 6, 2022

chiapas things to do

Chiapas, located in Southeast Mexico, is one of the country’s 31 official states. The state is home to a storied and rich history that includes ancient Mayan civilizations and the Spanish conquerors. Chiapas also has a diverse geography of plains, mountains and lush tropical forests. With so Read Post

Posted in: Mexico

14 aruba restaurants that’ll rock your taste buds

January 6, 2022

local restaurants aruba

I’d never expected Aruba to be a foodie destination. I knew the country organizes a restaurant event every year, but that was about all I’d ever heard about its foodie scene. Until I traveled there and had the Aruba restaurants rock my taste buds. Read Post

Posted in: Netherlands

The Leuven Botanical Garden: Highly Worth a Visit

January 6, 2022

botanical garden leuven

The Botanical Garden of Leuven, Belgium is the oldest botanical garden in the country, founded by the Catholic University of Leuven in 1735. It’s a lovely place to go for a walk or read a book on one of the benches. Have a look. Read Post

Posted in: Belgium

Holidays in Belgium 2022: annually updated to plan your trips

January 4, 2022

holidays in belgium

A complete list of the school breaks, special days and holidays in Belgium that you can bookmark for later use. This way, you don’t plan a shopping trip when everything is closed or miss important festivities because you didn’t know about them. Read Post

Posted in: Belgium

22 delicious and fun things to do in Belgium in 2022

January 4, 2022

belgium what to see

Planning a trip to the land of beer and chocolate? You better come prepared! With these tips on 21 things to do in Belgium in 2021 you’ll see, hear, taste and experience the best of Belgium in the new year. Have fun! Read Post

Posted in: Belgium

Things to do in Zutphen, Deventer, and Doesburg

January 3, 2022

hotels in zutphen nl

I’ve always enjoyed going to the Netherlands. It was less than a two-hour drive from where I used to live in Belgium to cross the border and get to a place that’s so familiar, yet still so different than my home country. So when Visit Read Post

Posted in: Netherlands

6 great restaurants in Prague, Czech Republic that serve light food

December 27, 2021

prague best restaurants

While mom and I did want to learn about Czech food, we preferred to have lighter meals for lunch and dinner. As I didn’t want to take any risks, I did a Google search for “best Prague restaurants” and made a selection that I included into our itinerary.  Read Post

Posted in: Czech Republic

Things to do in Tenerife, Spain

December 20, 2021

Kitesurfing in El Medano

Tenerife is Spain’s largest Canary Island and a well-known tourist destination. Year-long sun and miles of sandy beaches make it an excellent destination for a relaxing holiday at any time of year. Many people underestimate the small Canary Island and the diversity of activities it Read Post

Posted in: Spain

Lisbon Christmas Markets 2021 – The Ones to Visit

December 5, 2021

parque eduardo christmas market

Let’s cut to the chase: Christmas markets in Lisbon are not as much of a thing as they are in colder European cities such as Berlin, Brussels, or Riga in Latvia. Nevertheless, there are some Lisbon Christmas markets you can visit, even in 2021 with Read Post

Posted in: Random

Fun Nuremberg things to do on a city trip

November 30, 2021

what to do in nuremberg

I met Kai, a Nuremberg local, at an event in Berlin and when he heard about Wonderful Wanderings, he immediately suggested writing an article about Nuremberg things to do. I said yes and thus came to be this list of things to do in Nuremberg. Read Post

Posted in: Germany

Auschwitz tour review: an Auschwitz tour from Krakow

November 29, 2021

auschwitz birkenau tour

Some places you visit for their beauty, others for their iconic status. And some places – some places you visit because they should never be forgotten. Last October, Milou from Explorista invited me on a 2-day trip to Krakow in Poland with her. We wouldn’t Read Post

Posted in: Poland

How Older Travellers Can Save Money on a Holiday Post-Pandemic

November 22, 2021

save money post pandemic travel

There are lots of predictions floating around about how travel will change after the COVID-19 pandemic – countries introducing tighter control of visitor numbers, fewer people being willing to fly leading to fewer flights, domestic holidays becoming more popular. But one thing that most commentators Read Post

Posted in: Random

Driving in Los Angeles: tips on parking and driving in LA

November 18, 2021

driving in los angeles

When I first published this post, I just summed up some reasons why you shouldn’t be scared of driving in Los Angeles. Then, someone on TripAdvisor asked me to elaborate a bit on this subject because a lot of people seemed to be asking questions Read Post

Posted in: USA

Belgium WW2 sites: overview of tours, museums, and more

November 18, 2021

war memorials in belgium

Just like many other European countries, Belgium suffered a great deal during World War 2. Withe the country being stuck between Germany and France, there have been quite a few WW2 battles in Belgium and today, there are plenty of World War 2 tours and Read Post

Posted in: Belgium

15 fun things to do in Rimini, Italy – more than the beach!

November 18, 2021

rimini holidays in the borgo san giuliano

Rimini is mostly-known as a summer beach destination in the Emilia Romagna region of Italy but the city has so much more to offer. Head toward the old historic center and you’ll find there are plenty of things to do in Rimini. Want to know Read Post

Posted in: Italy

10 interesting facts about the Caribbean islands

November 17, 2021

10 interesting facts about the Caribbean islands

Looking for interesting facts about the Caribbean Islands? Search no more! This list contains fun facts, historical facts and Caribbean quiz questions to test your knowledge. Have a look and learn about these tropical islands. Read Post

Posted in: Random

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