Australia - The Great Ocean Road is an iconic coastal route in the state of Victoria, Australia, stretching approximately 243 kilometers along the country’s southeastern coastline. It is not only one of the world’s most spectacular scenic drives but also an unforgettable ...

Uganda - The weather is beautiful, with clear visibility. A good breakfast is ready—a solid base for today’s hike along the waterfalls. Two guides accompany us: Moses and Tonio. We walk over the mountainsides in two groups: a faster group and a slower group. ...

Georgia - From Mestia we continue driving to Ushguli. Mestia is located at an altitude of 1,400 meters. Ushguli at 2,200 meters. This makes Ushguli the highest continuously inhabited mountain village in Europe. We do wonder if this is not higher in the Alps. The ...

India - The Amber Fort, located on a hilltop about 11 kilometers outside Jaipur, is a stunning fortress and one of the most impressive sights in Rajasthan. The Amer Fort combines Rajput and Mughal architecture and dominates the surrounding Aravalli Hills. Built ...

Algeria - At ten o’clock, we meet the crew for the coming days: a guide, a cook, and two drivers. The luggage goes into one vehicle, while the supplies are loaded in the back of a pickup truck. We divide ourselves between the two cars and drive out of Djamet. ...

Ireland - Dublin Castle is one of the most important historical buildings in Dublin and played a central role in the governance of Ireland for centuries. The castle was originally built in the early 13th century, around 1204, on the orders of King John of England, ...

Romania - The history of Salina Turda dates back to Roman times, when the area around Turda was already known for its salt mining. The first written mention of the mine comes from 1271. During the Middle Ages and the Hungarian-Romanian period, the mine produced ...

Belgium - The Atomium is, first and foremost, an amazing, fantastic building that defies all imagination and radiates emotion. It almost looks like science fiction. Nine spheres, of which five are open to visitors, and twenty tubes in which you can wander until ...

Moldova - From Curchi, we drive to nearby Old Orhei. Near the village of Butuceni lies the Orthodox Orhei Vechi Monastery. This cave monastery is considered one of the most beautiful in Moldova. As we enter Butuceni, it’s not immediately clear where we should ...

Czech Republic - Today we drive to the German city of Dresden. On the way, about sixty kilometers east of Prague, we visit the Sedlec Ossuary in Kutná Hora, also known as the Bone Church. The road to Kutná Hora runs via local roads. We again drive through the rolling ...

Australia - The rocks of the Tasman Peninsula, located on the southeastern coast of Tasmania, Australia, form a spectacular coastal landscape known for its rugged beauty, diverse geology, and dramatic cliffs. This remote and pristine area, part of Tasman National ...

Turkmenistan - It is barely six o’clock in the morning when I am already on the bus. Bachtiar is our guide today. He has taken over from Maksat. He is a cheerful man. Unfortunately, he speaks German, which is not my preferred language. Today, I am on my way to Uzbekistan. ...

Saint Lucia - Castries, the vibrant capital of Saint Lucia, is a lively city full of color, culture, and historic charm. Located on the island’s northwest coast along a natural harbor, Castries is the commercial and administrative center of Saint Lucia, and a popular ...

Turkey - Around 11:30, we head toward the Sultan’s Topkapi Palace, which was in use until 1909. We first pass through the surrounding wall and reach the main entrance. Funny enough, we run into the same two Belgians we met yesterday. Inside the vast palace, ...

Kazakhstan - In a four-wheel drive jeep, I head to Aksu-Zhabagly Nature Park. Lammert and Elmira come along — they’ll be our guides in the area. Just outside the village, the road quickly worsens. The driver often has to switch to low gear. I’m jolted around ...

Egypt - The Valley of the Kings is the burial site of the pharaohs from the period 1500 – 1000 BC. As it turns out, we are not the only tourists — it is incredibly crowded. For many day-trippers from Hurghada, this is one of the must-see attractions. From ...

Uzbekistan - Bukhara is best explored simply by walking around. The old city center is relatively small. Many of the squares around the bazaar are surrounded by old madrassas (Qur'anic schools). Some are still in use, others have been taken over by tourist vendors. ...

Mozambique - Even before the alarm goes off, I’m awake. It’s already completely light outside. It’s strange that they don’t choose to shift the clock like in Kenya. That way, it would stay light longer in the evening. Now, the entire daily rhythm is shifted, ...

Slovakia - Our first stop is the castle of Spišský. The ruins of this old castle lie strategically on a rocky outcrop. We can see the castle from far away — it’s no surprise this is one of the most photographed sights in Slovakia. The castle consists of three ...

Hong Kong - The Peak of Mount Austin is the most popular attraction in Hong Kong, offering stunning views, major shopping venues, and dining establishments. It’s a collection of unique attractions that offer insight into life in Hong Kong. The Peak Tram takes you ...

Indonesia - Today I leave Yogyakarta and head to the Hindu Prambanan temple, located 18 kilometers outside the city. This temple, from the same era as Borobudur, was severely damaged during the 2006 earthquake. The main temple, dedicated to Shiva, largely collapsed. ...

Vanuatu - Mount Yasur is an active volcano on Tanna, Vanuatu, with a height of 361 meters above sea level. The volcano lies near the coast by Sulphur Bay, southeast of the taller Mount Tukosmera. The volcano is a largely barren cone with an almost circular crater ...

Rwanda - We pass the place where the gorillas were spotted yesterday. I can feel the tension rising. Godfried reports that the rangers who walked ahead have spotted the animals. The excitement grows. We climb a steep slope. The vegetation on the ground has become ...

Jamaica - After lunch, I drive back to Black River. From there, I take a small fishing boat to the Pelican Bar—a bar built on stilts about 500 meters off the coast, out at sea. I sip my beer on the rickety-looking dock as the sea breeze blows through my hair. ...

Belgium - Bruges is the capital and largest city of the Belgian province of West Flanders. It is also a world-famous tourist attraction. The city is located in the northwest of the country. The historic center is listed as a medieval city on the UNESCO World ...