Portugal - As I arrive at Sintra station, I immediately notice I’m not the only one wanting to visit the town and its palaces today. There’s a long line at the bus stop. Everyone buys a ticket one by one. Once the bus is full, it departs. Luckily, the next bus ...

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 ...

Monaco - The area around the Prince’s Palace in Monaco, also known as Monaco-Ville, forms the historic and symbolic heart of the principality. This old town sits on the Rocher de Monaco, a steep rock that rises high above the Mediterranean Sea and the harbor. ...

Singapore - Gardens by the Bay is one of Singapore’s most famous and impressive attractions. This vast urban park is located along the shores of Marina Bay and combines spectacular architecture with nature and sustainability. The park opened in 2012 and was designed ...

Singapore - The impressive Cloud Forest is one of the most remarkable attractions of Gardens by the Bay in Singapore. This enormous glass dome combines nature, technology, and architecture into a futuristic whole and offers visitors the experience of a tropical mountain ...

Costa Rica - After the cable car ride, we take a walk over suspension bridges. Via the suspension bridges, you walk through the cloud forest. Many ivy plants try to climb trees to get as much light and water as possible in the densely grown forest. From the suspension ...

Senegal - Gorée Island (Île de Gorée) is a small island off the coast of Dakar, the sprawling capital of Senegal. It’s an oasis of calm compared to the busy streets of Dakar. There are no cars on the island, and it is small enough to navigate easily on foot. ...

United States - Yellowstone is one of the world’s most important sites for studying and appreciating the evolutionary history of the Earth. The park has an unparalleled collection of surface geothermal activity worldwide, thousands of hot springs, mud pots, fumaroles, ...

Italy - Florence is located in the photogenic region of Tuscany, in the heart of Italy. Known as the cradle of the Renaissance, the city is filled with architectural masterpieces and artworks from that era and earlier. The most famous example is Michelangelo’s ...

Antigua and Barbuda - Nelson's Dockyard, located in English Harbour on the island of Antigua in the Caribbean, is a historical and cultural treasure that showcases the region’s rich maritime heritage and fascinating history. Named after the famous British Admiral Horatio ...

Madagascar - I walk to the main street of Diego Suarez for breakfast. On the terrace of the Grand Hotel—by far the most luxurious hotel in the city—I order a breakfast menu. Back at the hotel, the 4x4 vehicles are already waiting. Bruno welcomes me again. He will ...

Albania - The historic town of Kruja is located 32 km northwest of Tirana. From Barbullush to Kruja, it is a one and a half hour drive. Kruja is a medieval town and was first mentioned as a Christian religious center in the year 879. Later, Kruja became the main ...

Spain - The historic cities Úbeda and Baeza are among the finest Renaissance towns in Spain and are jointly listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Both cities are located in the province of Jaén, surrounded by vast olive groves, and form a remarkable example ...

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 ...

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. ...

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. ...

El Salvador - About a hundred kilometers before the capital, I leave the highway and head north to Lago Suchitlán, where Suchitoto is located. Just after noon, I enter the town. A fair is being set up in the central square by the church. I see a rickety-looking Ferris ...

Israel - On the southern side of the Dead Sea lies Masada. Masada is an ancient fortress from the time of Herod, around the beginning of the Common Era. During the Roman siege of the fortress, the defenders held out for three years. When the Romans finally broke ...

Antigua and Barbuda - St. John’s Cathedral, located in the capital city of St. John’s on the island of Antigua, is a stunning architectural and historical gem that forms the heart of the city. Officially known as the Cathedral of the Holy Saviour, it is one of the oldest ...

Mexico - San Cristóbal de las Casas is an atmospheric town located in the highlands of the Mexican state of Chiapas. Sitting at an altitude of about 2,200 meters, the town is surrounded by green mountains and enjoys a pleasant climate that attracts visitors year-round. ...

Indonesia - Gili Air is one of the three Gili Islands located off the northwest coast of Lombok, Indonesia. Together with Gili Trawangan and Gili Meno, it forms a tropical paradise in the Indonesian archipelago. Gili Air is the closest to Lombok and is known for ...

United States - Key West is an island in the Florida Straits. It is the southernmost point of the Florida Keys, about 150 km from Cuba. The island measures roughly 6.4 km long and 3.2 km wide. One of its main attractions is a concrete replica of a buoy at the corner ...

Namibia - Our next destination is Twijfelfontein. The road is gravel, and the bus shakes quite a bit over the bumps. Thomas keeps up a good speed but (fortunately) brakes in time for the potholes. At Twijfelfontein, Cheryl is somewhat unsure whether this is 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 ...

England - The Houses of Parliament, also known as the Palace of Westminster, house both the House of Lords (upper house) and the House of Commons (lower house). The most famous part of this grand neo-Gothic building is the clock tower, known as Big Ben. In the ...