Looking for a gift for that one friend who seems to be out of the country more often than in it? Or for that one family member that sighs on every trip: “I wish I bought that thing to take with me”? Seek no more! Read Post
Belgian holidays 2020: a complete and practical list (annually updated!)
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
Bauhaus in Berlin, Dessau, and Weimar Germany: 4 days of sights to see
If you’re into architecture, you’ve surely heard of the Bauhaus movement. This artistic and architectural movement celebrates its 100th anniversary this year with exhibitions and other events all over Germany. In North Rhine-Westphalia, you can learn about the impulses that gave rise to what would Read Post
Nayo Almighty review – A backpack for the modern traveler
The NayoSmart Almighty is a backpack for the modern traveler. Outfitted with plenty of compartments as well as a U-zip that allows you to open up the backpack like a suitcase, it makes for a great carryon backpack as well as a handy city laptop Read Post
11 delightful Christmas markets in Belgium you can’t miss in 2019
In this post, I want to give you an overview of the Christmas markets in Belgium and more specifically those in Belgium’s 10 province capitals and Brussels. We have Christmas markets starting in mid-November already, so you can take your pick and plan accordingly. Not Read Post
15 fun Berlin Christmas markets to visit this year
Curious about which Berlin Christmas markets to visit? After all, there are quite a few. But not to worry: I’ve taken it upon myself to go visit no less than 15 this December and report back to you on how I liked them and what Read Post
Having a jolly good time at Germany’s Munster Christmas Market 2019
The Munster Christmas market in Germany consists of 5 different Christmas market that each have their own look. They sell gifts, food, drinks and Christmas decorations. I had a look around, tried some Glühwein, ate some nuts and took lots of photos. Read Post
Celebrating Halloween in Romania on a 7-day Transylvania tour
Have you ever thought of celebrating Halloween in Romania, at the real Dracula castle? You can! Last year at the beginning of October, an email landed in my inbox. If I wanted to join a G Adventures tour to celebrate Halloween in Transylvania, the birthplace Read Post
Is the Berlin Welcome Card worth it?
Berlin in Germany is one of those cities where you can’t just do it all in one trip. There are so many museums, shows, and activities that it can be a bit overwhelming not just when you’re planning, but to your budget too. Fear not, Read Post
SafetyWing: the best medical travel insurance?
There’s a new kid on the travel insurance block and it’s called SafetyWing. SafetyWing offers medical travel insurance both for short-term and long-term travelers. It provides a solution for those who want to sleep safely no matter how clumsy they are while on the road Read Post
Is the Copenhagen Card worth it?
There are plenty of things to do in Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark but it’s not a cheap city. A discount card like the Copenhagen Card allows you to see a lot of the most important places while saving you money at the same time. Read Post
Great Barrier Reef tours: all you need to know + my experience
We couldn’t visit Queensland in Australia without visiting the Great Barrier Reef. Not only is it a UNESCO World Heritage site, but unfortunately, it’s an endangered one as well. As I knew this might be a one-in-a-lifetime activity, I spent hours researching Great Barrier Reef Read Post
Prague City Pass or Prague Card: which one to choose?
Prague has a lot to offer. The capital of the Czech republic boasts beautiful buildings, interesting museums, affordable prices and plenty of attractions. If you’re not satisfied with just roaming the streets and want to visit some of the cities most interesting sights, join a Read Post
Why you need a VPN for travel to keep your data safe
Online privacy and data security have been getting more attention than ever. If getting your data stolen or your accounts hacked while traveling is something that worries you, you might want to consider getting a VPN if you don’t have one already. This post details Read Post
Spotting platypus at Eungella National Park in Queensland, Australia
Eungella National Park is known as one of the places in Queensland, Australia where you can spot the timid platypus. It isn’t too far from Finch Hatton Gorge, where we’d spent the night before, and also offers a bunch of walking trails, so I made Read Post