Juan Martinez is a Colombian who left his home country in 2009 at the age of 17 years old. Since then, he has been living in places like Germany, India and Singapore; something that inspired him to travel as many countries as possible with the idea of budget traveling and promoting Colombia as an amazing travel destination.

Eating at Le Palais – Taiwan‘s only three-Michelin-star restaurant

cheapest 3 michelin star restaurant in the world
Located in the heart of Taipei, Taiwan’s only three-Michelin-star restaurant is an outstanding treat for any food lover – especially when a tasting set menu can cost less than 100 Euros. Disclaimer: This article was not sponsored in any form by Le Palais restaurant in Taipei and all information provided was done based on my
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Road trip in Jamaica – Tropical forests and untouched beaches are calling

Views of Cockpit Country in the heart of Jamaica
Discovering Jamaica on a road trip means getting off the beaten path and explore its natural beauty – reggae, rum and jerk chicken are also included. Although Jamaica seems to be a country where you can do a round trip in four to six days, in order to do it, you will have to basically
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Stargazing in Jamaica: It’s more than just seeing the stars

Stargazing in Jamaica - View of the milky way in Jamaica
This country is a delight in the evenings and if you are in the right spot, stargazing in Jamaica could be the highlight of your trip. First, let’s get this out of the way. Jamaica is not a stargazing destination and if you are expecting to see galaxies and nebulas with a telescope, there are
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Jamaica, with license to relax

Jamaica, with license to relax
Jamaica has mastered the art of relaxing, and for those open to try it, a more personal and unforgettable travel experience awaits. Lisa Jondeau smiled as I grumbled about my dinner taking more than one hour to come. We were at PushCart restaurant, a modern version of a classic Jamaican “Jerk Centre” located at the
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Why do Finns love sauna so much?

Why do Finns love sauna? Vasta - Finnish Sauna
No matter in which region of Finland I went to, Sauna was always first on the itinerary. Imagine being inside a wooden cabin in the middle of the forest and sitting completely naked with your eyes closed and a group of people. Suddenly, someone stands up, takes a ladle of water and throws it over
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Road trip in Saimaa – Exploring the Finnish Lakeland

The region of Saimaa, located in eastern Finland, is considered a paradise for nature lovers due to its remarkable culture and majestic scenery. My friends and I decided to go on a road trip and explore the beauty around Lake Saimaa with a car. Planning a road trip in Saimaa is not as difficult as
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Snorkeling and sea kayaking in Palau’s rock islands

Snorkeling and sea kayaking in Palau’s rock islands
Although Palau is known worldwide for its diving spots and the jellyfish lake, there is way more to see if you try activities like kayaking or snorkeling at the rock islands in Palau. When we talk about Palau as an adventure and outdoor destination, most travelers think right away on diving at the Rock Islands
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The green pledge you have to sign in your passport upon arrival

The green pledge you have to sign in your passport upon arrival - Palau Pledge
While in most countries you get an entry stamp or a visa in your passport upon arrival, Visitors of the island of Palau visitors have to sign a pledge compromising in protecting the environment. I was on my way to Palau and the famous Jellyfish Lake. Minutes before landing, the airline crew screened an inflight
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Taking a dip at the Jellyfish Lake in Palau

Swimming at the jellyfish lake in Palau
On the remote island of Palau, a harmless type of golden jellyfish inhabits a completely isolated marine lake. Here, visitors from all over the world come to swim with millions of these unique species in one of the world’s strangest and magical environments. I would have never imagined I could be swimming around jellyfish, but
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Eating my way through Philadelphia’s cuisine

Eating my way through the modern and traditional cuisine of Philadelphia Reading Market
Going to Philadelphia for a food tour means opening up to a whole new world. Once you start with a delicious cheesesteak, you will realize this was just the tip of the iceberg. Photos: courtesy of Discover PHL A trip to Philadelphia should start and end with food. This city is not only home for
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How Philadelphia sets an example as the “Mural Capital of the World”

Theatre of Life mural by Meg Saligman, photo by Bryan Lathrop for PHLCVB (2)
While in most cities around the world street art is considered an act of vandalism, in the city of Philadelphia is used to change lives. It was my first afternoon in Philadelphia, I just arrived from Germany and decided to go for a walk. It was also my first time in this city and I
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Following the volcano route of Nicaragua

Following the volcano route of Nicaragua - Masaya volcano in Guatemala
Hiking up a volcano is something I had in my bucket list for a while. Well, in Nicaragua I was able to summit two or three of these giants every day. Nicaragua has a volcano for everyone: From the active crater, in which you don´t have to hike at all to the one you have
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Hiking up Pacaya – Guatemala’s most active volcano

Hiking up Pacaya – Guatemala´s most active volcano
Pacaya’s hike is short and simple but a little bit steep. Nevertheless, the rewards for this two-hour ascent are spectacular, as travelers can get views of lava flows and volcanic gas eruptions in the middle of a lunar-like landscape.  There is a unique fascination when you think about hiking up a volcano. It simply sounds
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Six places in six countries for travel photography lovers

With flight tickets getting every year cheaper and cheaper, some of the most beautiful destinations in the world are becoming accessible for all of us. Do you know where to go next? Let us give you a tip! Building up a great portfolio of travel photographs can be a life-long journey. Researching destinations alone, before
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Visiting Yaxhá, an architectural beauty of the Mayan empire

Visiting Yaxhá, an architectural beauty of the Mayan empire
Not as popular and big as the ancient city of Tikal, Yaxhá is the perfect extend for those who want to explore more the Mayan culture and get an easy access to it. Guatemala is known for having thousands of archeological Mayan ruins and while the lost city of Tikal is known as the capital
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Iguacu Falls – the mighty waterfalls that go beyond imagination

Iguacu Falls - the mighty waterfalls between Brazil and Argentina
With 275 different cataracts over a total width of 2,7 kilometers, the Iguacu Falls amazes the most experienced travelers – no surprise why this is one of the seven wonders of nature. Located right on the border between the state of Parana in Brazil and the Misiones province of Argentina, the Iguacu Falls not only
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Exploring exotic landscapes in the Atacama Desert

Atacama Desert Moon Valley Sunset Views
The driest desert in the world is not only known for its aridity – here in the Atacama Desert, volcanos, geysers, salt flats and blue lagoons coexist in one of the strangest ecosystems on earth. No matter what time of the day I went out to explore, the Atacama Desert had a spot for me
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Torres del Paine highlights the natural beauty of Chile

View from Base Torres del Paine highlights the natural beauty of Chile
In the middle of the Chilean Patagonia, Torres del Paine has been for years the hotspot for adventure and hiking lovers. I decided to visit this region and find out why. Stretching over 1800 km², Torres del Paine National Park is one of the most magnificent places in the world. It’s located in Southern Chile
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Road trip in Puglia: Traveling to Matera and Alberobello

Road trip in Puglia: Traveling to Matera and Alberobello
Planning a road trip in Puglia? Matera and Alberobello have to probably be the two main destinations on your list. We also visited way more than that. Matera and Alberobello are probably the two most unique villages in Italy and despite day trips departing every day from Bari, we think a road trip around Puglia
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The Thai Park: Thailand’s most delicious contribution in Berlin

Dozens of women cooking under colorful umbrellas while sitting on little plastic chairs, the smell of garlic in the air and signs offering Thailand´s most delicious street food bites. This is not a market in Bangkok or Chiang Mai, this is the Thai Park, a public park in west Berlin. Berlin is known as one
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Finland is doubtfully the happiest country in the world and here is why

Finland is doubtfully the happiest country in the world – here is why
Finland has been selected as the happiest country in the world for a second time in a row by the World Happiness Report. However, not even some of their own citizens think it’s a well-deserved spot. How accurate is this report and what does it tell us about society? The World Happiness Report came out
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Moldova’s underground cities of wine

Moldova´s underground cities of wine. Cricova or Milestii Mici?
Pinot Noir, Feteasca or Cabernet-Sauvignon are some of the street names in Cricova´s and Milestii Mici´s subterranean labyrinthic caves. Here, 80 meters below ground, are located the two largest wine cellars in the world. In Moldova, where 25% of the population is involved in wine production and 5% of the country are covered in vineyards, the
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Why Germans drink so much sparkling water

Why Germans drink so much sparkling water
In the “Land of the Teutons” two things happen when you order water in a restaurant: First, there is a big chance it’s carbonated and second, it´s not complementary. One of my biggest surprises when I moved to Germany back in 2009 was the Germans’ love for sparkling water. It´s true that consumption of carbonated
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Eating in Athens: Is there anything feta than that?

Meze greek food in athens
In the cradle of Western civilization eating nonstop is simply part of daily life. It´s impossible to spend time in Athens and not be completely stuffed at least once. Greeks love to eat, and visitors can feel the local hospitality as soon as they enter a Taverna. No matter where you come from or how
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Camera settings: How I photograph the milky way when traveling

Starry Night How to photograph the milky way Ethiopia
Photographing the dark sky always sounded very complicated. Here I will explain you the camera settings I use, so can photograph the milky way too. For anyone starting with a camera, photographing the milky way sounds like the final test before graduation. Well, once you know the camera settings you need for photographing the milky
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Exploring West Side National Park – The Bahamas’ unspoilt secret

West Side National Park landscapes
Even in an age where there are flights from everywhere to anywhere, reaching the West Side National Park in Andros is an adventure in itself – the price for those who make it: seeing one of the most majestic places on earth. Although it´s one of the largest in the Caribbean, there is no easy
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Andros: The Bahamas´ big yard of biodiversity

Andros blue holes from the air
Commonly known as the “big yard”, the island of Andros is the largest and least explored island of the Bahamas. It´s a paradise for adventurers who want more than just a normal tour. The sound of the waves lapping the shore and a refreshing tropical breeze flowing through the open door of my beach front
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Road trip in Azerbaijan – Driving from Baku to the heart of the Caucasus  

Road Trip in Azerbaijan five finger mountain
Mud volcanoes, imposing mountains and out of this world scenery – a road trip in Azerbaijan is uncharted territory for most tourists, but an experience that brings you closer to nature. Azerbaijan is not the country most people would first point out for a road trip adventure. Driving in Baku can be a nightmare, finding
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Khinaliq: Visiting Azerbaijan’s most isolated village

Khinalug, Khinalugh, Khinaliq or in some guidebooks even Xinaliq. Nobody is sure how to spell it and, in every book, map or blog it is written completely differently. This is just the first sign of how remote and untouched this community in Azerbaijan´s Greater Caucasus is. They even have their own language, traditions and culture.
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A road trip in Oman is backpackers´ best kept secret

Oman Juan Martinez Road Trip in Oman mountains
Crossing deserts, cruising mountains and sleeping on a completely empty beach afterwards. I think a road trip in Oman can be considered a lifetime experience. Oman was not the first country that came to my mind when I thought where to go for the perfect road trip. It was not even the first country when
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Tips for renting a car in Oman

Oman is best traveled by car. This is how you can make the most of it and rent the right vehicle. Oman has become one my favourite countries for a road trip: Roads are in perfect shape, routes are extremely beautiful and getting off the beaten path is big part of the adventure. However, finding
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Qatar’s rich diversity revives all your senses

Visit Qatar what to do in Doha
The country which until 10 years ago had just a few tourist is now taking the lead in a race to become the hotspot in the Middle East. Qatar is growing at an incredibly fast pace. Every day new skyscrapers are rising up and whole cities get transformed every month. It´s difficult to imagine what
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Qatar: Going down the Rabbit-Hole at Doha’s most surreal masterpiece

Swimming pool mondrian doha
If you have ever wondered what it feels like to be part of Alice’s Wonderland, the Mondrian Hotel in Doha which gives you the whole experience. Although I stay in hotels all over the world for a large part of the year, I can´t remember the last time I wrote an article about one. I
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Malta’s Autumn seems like the rest of Europe’s Summer

Nightlife Malta in Autumm
There is a place in Europe in which is Summer almost all year long The tiny island of Malta is a country which brings me incredible memories. I first visited the country in Summer 2016 and I was simply amazed by the rich history, charming cities and dazzling landscapes it has to offer. Not counting
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How to make the best of a day trip to Monaco

day trip to Monaco
“If you want to eat like a local, the Condamine market should be your first, second and third choice” Oh Monaco, country of the rich and famous! A city impossible to imagine without the glamour of luxury cars, elegant tuxedos and a glass of Martini. Well, I´m just picturing any 007 movie, but you get
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Finland: How Kuopio is transforming itself into a food capital

How Kuopio is transforming itself into a food capital
I´ve never visited any other place where food is treated as it is in Finland. It is a destination in which local ingredients and elements of nature are part of a single dish. Sauces made from berries will be accompanied by drinks made from their leaves; It seems like Finnish cuisine makes the most of
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Waking up in the middle of iron and rust

Ostrava Vikovice industrial area
An early wake up turned into a time travel back to the period when ironwork and coal mining were the heart of Europe. The curtains added a soft glow to the morning light and the first sunbeams were coming through the window. It was five in the morning on one of those typical dry European
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Ethiopia: Wandering around colorful landscapes at the hottest place on earth

Danakil Ethiopia hottest place on earth
With some of the most impressive landscapes I have seen in my life, the Danakil depression in Ethiopia is one of these destinations, which adventure lovers have to visit at least once in a lifetime. From colorless landscapes at the Karum salt lake to the most colorful landscape on earth at Dallol, last month I
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Which are longest train journeys in the world

longest train rides in the world
Taking a train has always a special charm. It sounds classic, adventurous and somehow its never boring. How about long train rides? Would do dare to take some of the longest train journeys in the world? The longest train journeys in the world are very long! These journeys can take a number days and cover
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Camping in Wadi Rum – Visiting Jordan’s most iconic desert

Visiting and camping in Wadi rum
Are you thinking what to do in Wadi Rum during your next trip to Jordan?. Camping in Wadi Rum is inexpensive, easy and breathtaking. Gigantic rocks surrounding the red sand and two camels walking in the middle of the desert. Images like these are very common in Wadi Rum, one of the most beautiful places
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This is how we pack for a train trip across Italy

Feel comfortable, look stylish and don’t have too much heavy luggage. Here’s how to pack for a train trip across Italy. Clothing, shoes, and accessories When traveling by trains through Italy, you’ll want to keep your fashion game strong. But instead of packing your all favorite outfits, choose stylishly, well cut classics and accessorize with
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I could enter Petra without paying entrance fee

Petra without entrance fee
We didn’t walk those four hours up to the Monastery and could enter Petra without paying entrance fee. Curiously, some locals were the ones taking us there. This was Petra’s back entrance When I read in an article the entrance fee in Petra is more expensive than Disneyworld, I wasn´t surprised at all. I mean,
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I travel alone in Europe by train – and I love it

Traveling Europe by train - Barcelona view of Sagrada Familia
There is a charm in traveling Europe by train and stare at the window as beautiful landscapes passed by Traveling Europe by train is one of the most beautiful, scenic and cultural journeys in the world. Whether you are looking for direct trains between major European cities like the new London to Amsterdam train or you
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Road trip in Jordan – Driving around canyons, deserts and the Dead Sea

Road trip in Petra and renting a car in Jordan
There is an inexplicable charm to driving around a country and my road trip in Jordan was no exception. I had always wanted to do a road trip in a middle eastern country and a road trip in Jordan was the perfect opportunity to make that dream come true. I find it fascinating to drive
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Interrailing tips – We did interrail on a budget and you can do it too

Interrailing tips Germany train stations
Interrailing is probably one of the coolest things you can do while young. The freedom of hop in and off in trains while discovering one of the most beautiful regions in the world is an experience I can recommend to everyone. After preparing a guide about how the different Interrail passes work, we decided to
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Road trip in Andorra – From snowy peaks and long treks to the Orgues d´IIle-Sur-Tet

Les Orgues d´Ille-Sur-Tet and Cap de Creus in Roadtrip in Andorra Catalonia and southern France,
It has been less than four hours driving and we already passed snowy mountains, Mediterranean beaches and fairy tale towns. A road trip around Andorra might surprise you more than you might think. It´s 9 in the morning and we are ready to depart from Barcelona on a road trip to Andorra and back through
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Cap de Creus Natural Park – A paradise in Catalonia

Aerial view of Sunrise at Cap de Creus Natural Park
In a region of rich expats and luxury homes who would have imagined that one can find such a beautiful natural treasure. We visited Cap de Creus Natural Park and it was worth it. Located only 1 hour away from Girona, the small town Rosas at the coast of Catalonia, is practically invaded by German,
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Cyprus in Winter – Discovering a different side of the easternmost European country

Tochni village during a winter evening in Cyprus
Cyprus in winter is not like most European countries and with temperatures around 20 degrees, activities like trekking and cycling are just perfect for the adventurous traveler. It´s 7 am in Tochni, a small village located between Limassol and Larnaca. The sun shines and the sky is completely blue, the temperature is warm and comfortable.
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Visit Postojna: A Slovenian daytrip between castles and caves

Slovenia is a country you can drive through in half a day. However, with a huge diversity of landscapes, fairy tale-like lakes and long hiking trails, you can spend a whole month in this country and not see it all. This time we decide to just drive less than one hour south from the capital
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Low costs airlines are the only ones understanding its customers

There are two types of people: those who love Ryanair (or low costs airlines) for its prices and those who hate them but still fly with them whenever they can and the reason for that is simple: People want to fly at low costs, no matter what the conditions are like.   Low costs airlines
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Road trip in Stavanger – Driving and Hiking at Norway’s fjords

We visited Norway and did a road trip at the area around Stavanger. This is what we did and these were the places we explored. Norwegian landscapes are simply incredible and traveling by car does make a difference. Due to its geographical location and natural formations, Norway is a dream destination for adventure and nature
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Stavanger street art is taking over the city

Street art is finally getting the recognition it deserves and Stavanger´s Nuart Festival is the perfect example of how street art in Stavanger is developing in Norway. It´s crazy, if you think about it, that just a few years ago street art was a crime and artists had to do their work incognito making sure
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Pride Barcelona: Partying at Catalonia´s most eccentric festival

Visiting the Pride Barcelona is not only an activity for the LGBT community but also for everyone traveling to the city and looking for a fun time and a different perspective of Barcelona. Visiting the city during the Pride Barcelona festival is one of the options and here I will tell you why. Barcelona is
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How to air travel with a bicycle

Are you thinking travel with a bicycle with you on a plane for a holiday and you are wondering how you will manage it? Well, if you neither want to stop your fitness or recreational riding regimen nor rent a bike at your destination, you are allowed to pack your bike and put it in
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How collecting postcards has changed during my travels

*this is an sponsored article Buy postcards is a tradition for many travelers, but in the age of start ups and new technologies, is there a better method than collecting postcards to show your love ones the places you visit? I´m a big postcard collector and collecting postcards has always been a tradition for me
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Are Batanes and Ilocos the destinations travelers in South East Asia dream about?

Have you heard about Batanes or Illocos in the Philippines? Let me warm you, this is the opposite of tourist hotspots like El Nido or Boracay Finding the right destination for your next holidays is not an easy task. Some of us prefer an all-inclusive holiday in a resort, some a backpacking trip to meet
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Traveling Ilocos Norte will transport you straight to Central America

Ilocos Norte is this place in the Philippines, in which Spanish culture is still so visible, you will think you are in a South American country When imagining what you are going to see on your backpacking trip in South East Asia, you easily end up with the stereotypes: beautiful beaches, incredible landscapes and tons
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How to make the best of your next stopover

Nobody enjoys spending 5 or 6 hours at an airport right after a long flight just to wait for another one. Stopovers can be very annoying and often feel like a huge waste of time. However, with good planning you can turn your next stopover into an extension of your holidays without spending much money.
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How to improve your aerial photography and take it to a professional level

UAVs are taking over the photography market like the GoPro cameras in 2014, It´s booming! And with new, more affordable, smaller and more powerful models, it seems like drone photography is not going to stop in the next years and regulations worldwide will have to be adjusted to this new market to ensure privacy, security
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Terrorism shouldn´t stop you from traveling the world

more and more people are asking themselves how safe it is to travel to tourists hotspots all over the world. To that question I have only one answer: Terrorism is not stopping me from traveling and it shouldn’t stop you either. Somehow it´s a weird feeling when you turn on your TV and the breaking
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Visiting Northern Estonia´s hidden landscapes

The Lahemaa National Park is one of the most diverse nature conservation areas in the world. It´s simply amazing how much you can do visiting this park. When people think about traveling in Estonia, the first thing that comes to mind is a cold place in Eastern Europe or even not much information about it.
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How do professionals photograph the northern lights in Iceland

written by: Juan Martinez photographs by: Hallgrimur P. Helgason The northern lights have been a fascination for many people all over the years and anybody knows that the most beautiful views are by far located in Iceland. Now the question is: how do photographers take these amazing images? Imagine driving on a long road in the
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I photographed urban yoga at Europe’s greenest hotel

*this is an sponsored post Boutique Hotels are designed for a young generation and turn a simple stay into something unique. Why not try to do some yoga in their facilities? I love Boutique Hotels, they are designed for a young generation and turn a simple stay into something unique. During my stay in Lisbon,
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Caucasus’ best kept secret is in Georgia

Georgia brings you to the heart of the Caucasus, where the air is clean and the adventure just starts. Last month two friends and I decided to book a spontaneous trip to one of the most underrated countries in the world: Georgia.  This ex-Soviet country may not be too popular among travelers looking for adventure, but
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Road trip in Georgia: 14 tips for renting a car in Georgia

View of Stepandminda in the Caucasus
With decent highways, cheap petrol prices and many quick stops along the way, renting a car in Georgia is probably the best choice to stay flexible, save time and make the most of a road trip. Renting a car and going for a road trip in Georgia is the best idea if you are traveling
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How to plan a road trip in Georgia

Road trip in Georgia - Tips for renting a car in Georgia
Renting a car and planning a road trip in Georgia might sound intimidating on a first sight. However, with the right planning and some good friends, this could be the trip you have been waiting for. There are only a few hidden gems left to travel in Europe and Georgia is one of them. A
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Smart Space-Saving Tips For Packing your Luggage

Author: Yanna Cerez Images: Giphy Are you having a hard time maximizing your luggage space? Efficient and organized packing will help you avoid paying expensive fees for extra weight, and enable you to save space for souvenirs. It’s also good to think about the type of vacation you are going on and how it may affect the
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11 photos of Taiwan from a bird´s eye

Rice fields, coastline, forest, urban landscape and drones – 10 days in Taiwan showed me who diverse this country is. Last month I traveled to Taiwan to see the country from a completely new perspective and I´m not talking about a helicopter or an air balloon, but about cycling around the whole island. This experience
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I cycled 900 km around Taiwan in 9 days without any prior experience and you can do it too

9 days and an average of 100 km a day. A challenge in one of the less visited countries in East Asia and a challenge that sounded practically impossible for an average guy who does sport once every two weeks like me. Well, let me tell you! I made it! And I think any of
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How Tokyo´s cuisine changed the way I see food

“While themed restaurants focus more on a unique experience for the customer, traditional and local restaurants have only one thing in mind: Quality and tradition.” It´s not a secret that Japanese cuisine is one of the best in the world, if not the best. And while modern and fusion cuisine is gaining some ground in
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20 useful and short tips to travel in Tokyo

Tokyo is not the cheapest city you will travel to, but that doesn´t mean you would be limited with a short budget. Let me give you some tips on how to not only save money and time, but also make the most with your money. Capsule hotels are cheaper than many hotels and still give
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Real-life complaints from German tourists at travel agencies

Last month the German website webfail.de published a list about actual, real-life complaints of German tourists at travel agencies. Some of these complaints are hilarious, so I won´t waste more of your time and just show you 16 complaints of travelers to their travel agencies, ranging from funny to just unbelievable: “There should be extra information
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37 tips for backpacking through the Balkans next summer

The Balkans are becoming more and more popular among backpackers in Europe. These ex-soviet countries are no longer unknown and dangerous places to foreigners, but hidden gems full of culture, nature and history. Here I give you 37 tips on how to travel better in Europe’s newest hotspot. Before the trip Decide if you want
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Zadar is the best place to travel to in Croatia and I will tell you why

“A great starting point for day trips, Zadar shows that you don´t need to move a lot, to fully see the cultural and natural diversity of Croatia” It´s been some weeks since I returned from my trip to Croatia. It was my first visit in this country that still gets left out on way too
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Is Croatia new favorite’s European destination?

Colorful waters, sandy beaches, scenic waterfalls and rich in history: Croatia is shows that you don´t need to travel to South East Asia or South America to enjoy some of the most beautiful natural wonders in the world. Croatia, like any other European country, has a bumpy and quite dark history. Conquered by the Romans
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How Berlin lights up the coming winter

Are you traveling in Europe right now and don´t know what to do during these cold, windy days? I spent the last weekend in Berlin, which is not only one of my favourite cities in Europe, but is also going to be my new home starting next year. I got lucky during this visit and
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19 simple tips for traveling Stockholm on a budget

Stockholm might not be the cheapest city in Europe, but this doesn´t mean it should break the bank either While the Arlanda Express connects the city center to the airport in only 30 minutes, the local bus company Flygbussarna takes only 45 minutes and costs less than the half of the Arlanda Express ticket. Take
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The ultimate packing list for a weekend traveler

A copy of your passport, an old ID card or a deck of cards. Do you have everything you need for a weekend trip? Weekend trips are the best to get away from your daily job and spend some nice time with your partner, friends or by yourself. From getaways around Europe with budget airlines
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10 photos showing how magestic summer in Finland is

Quiet towns, fairy tale forests and long summer nights. Nothern Savonia is a place, where a short trip won´t be enough.  My stay in Kuopio was short, but incredibly beautiful. After testing some of the local delicacies, attending one of the biggest dance festivals in the country and enjoying some time with nature, it´s time
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How Finnish food connects culture and nature

When was the last time the chef in a restaurant told you he himself had picked the herbs you were just eating in the forest that morning? I just came back from Kuopio in the region of Northern Savonia and I´m so impressed by how much effort the chefs in this region put into the
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Savonia, a destination for healthy travel

Healthy, adventurous, fresh and sauna!! These are some of the words I think about, when somebody asks me about Finland. It was my first time in Finland, so I was especially excited about this destination and the new experiences I was going to make. I also knew it was going to be the first time
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Is Malta the perfect summer destination?

I went to Malta in the past weeks and believe or not, this country just become my favourite country in Europe Located in the Mediterranean Sea south from Sicily and only a couple of hours by plane from Europe´s biggest cities, the island of Malta is one of the smallest countries in Europe. However, after
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Why Frankfurt Airport might be the coolest airport in Europe

  Located in the heart of Europe and serving more than 1350 flights per day, Frankfurt Airport not only connects Europe to the rest of the world, but also is the perfect place to start your next trip within Europe. With four runaways, two main passenger terminals, where more than 105 different airlines operate, a
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18 tips for traveling in Malta

Transportation around the island is slow. Rent a car and don´t waste time going from one place to another. Try different sports and activities. Malta is one of the best destinations in Europe for scuba diving, climbing and kayaking. Compare prices and services before booking an “around the island” tour. Respect the culture. Dress respectfully
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A photo gallery of wild Iceland

Iceland is probably the place every nature lover wants to visit. In order to wake up your wanderlust, I prepared a gallery for you Iceland is in! This tiny island located between America and Europe is catching the attention of travelers and photographers all over the world. With beautiful scenic views, magnificent landscapes and some
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Making the most of a 5-day trip to Iceland

Do you have less than a week in Iceland? From a bubble hotel in the Iceland wilderness to short trips at amazing waterfalls – we got you covered. Volcanos and geysers with temperatures reaching over 100°C next to crystal blue glaciers. If there is a country where the impossible is possible and nature drastically shows
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Road trip in Iceland – Useful tips to rent a car in Iceland

Planning a road trip in Iceland? Rent the right car should be your first priority and here I prepared a guide for it. Bumpy roads, an unpredictable weather and many other situations is what you can encounter when doing a road trip in Iceland. Not only that, rent the perfect car for Iceland is definitely
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Simple tips for a road trip around Iceland on a budget

Visiting Iceland is a lifetime experience and it’s best traveled by car. For planning a road trip on a budget, we prepared a guide and some tips for you I went to Iceland and drove all around the country in 10 days. It was one of the most beautiful road trips I’ve done. However, it
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Icelandic landscapes – 11 photos why Iceland is the best road trip destination

Need some motivation for going on a road trip in Iceland? Let me show why this country is the best place to drive around and give you a push to book those flight tickets. We visited Iceland and did a road trip along the famous Route 1. This was not only one of the nicest
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Road trip Iceland while comparing postcards with real locations

I went on a road trip to Iceland and took some postcards of Iceland with me. I want to find out if these places are as beautiful as the postcard. Iceland is known as the land of fire and ice. With its large and almost almighty lava fields and glaciers, Iceland is a dream destination
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48 tips you should know before backpacking in South East Asia

Before your travels Check the visa requirements for your country in the countries you are traveling to. Start your travels in big cities. Check if an AirAsia ASEAN Pass fits your travels (This allows you to take 10/20 flights for 160/290 USD  within 30/60 days). South East Asia on a Shoestring from Lonely Planet is
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What if… your favourite destinations were small planets

  I remember watching cartoons as a kid with the main characters walking on planets the size of a yard. I wanted to see what these planets would look like if they were some of the world´s most famous locations and with a little help from Photoshop I created this interesting gallery for you! What do
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24 signs you are in a relationship with traveling.

Sometimes you don´t know when your date becomes a relationship. You go out together, your parents know all about it and all you do all day is talking about how good it is to be together. The same holds true for traveling and in the next article I will tell you 24 symptoms, so you can
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21 travel tips in Moscow

Prepare: – Book a hostel with a kitchen – Get an accommodation close to the Red Square – Get a Troika card for the metro at the information booths and charge your card for the rides you need. – Use public transportation to get out of the airport. It is easy, cheap and fast! –
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6 metro stations you need to see during your stay in Moscow

It probably sounds crazy when I tell you that visiting metro stations in Moscow is one of the coolest activities in the Russian capital. However, with one of the most beautiful metro systems in the world and some stations that even look like corridors from a Western European museum, visiting metro stations in Moscow is
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48 tips you definitely need to know if you are backpacking through Europe

Always carry a copy of your passport with you and leave your original documents at your accommodation. Scan all documents and save them in a cloud for emergencies. It is not always cheaper to get an Interrail Pass. Find out if it might be cheaper for you to travel by bus or plane. Use CheckMyBus
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Can you recognize these airline logos

If you check Flight Radar right now, you will see there are more than 8000 airplanes in the sky while you read this. According to statistics, there are over 100.000 scheduled flights a day all around the world and it´s an incredible feeling to know that over 1 million people are in the air right
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Visiting Cano Cristales – the rainbow river of Colombia

There are only few places in the world, of which you only need to see a single picture to be captivated enough to instantly start planning a whole trip based on just a photo. For me, El Nido in the Philippines, the Jellyfish lake in Palau and Caño Cristales in Colombia are such places. The
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Exploring Colombian landscapes – Places to visit while traveling in Colombia

Do you want to see the diversity of Colombian landscapes? Let me show you my six favorite places to see nature and wilderness in Colombia Deserts in Tatacoa, beaches in San Andres, mountains in Cocora or rainforest in the Amazon – just name it and there is a Colombian landscape of it! Let’s not forget
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Breaking cities: How much costs a day in Istanbul

Istanbul has always been one of my favourite cities in the world. It´s the perfect mix of western and eastern culture. With a great nightlife, excellent food and an atmosphere that makes you feel like you are in a sacred and holy country, Istanbul is a place you should see at least once in your
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