Month: October 2024

Graz, Austria’s second-largest city, is a lovely destination to visit all year round. In addition to its charming UNESCO World Heritage listed Old Town, Graz is also a UNESCO City…

With the fall of Afghanistan, I’ve been reflecting on my travel experiences there as a 23-year-old backpacker on the “Hippie Trail” from Istanbul to Kathmandu. Yesterday and today, it’s a…

Here’s the scenario: You’re on a short business trip to Tokyo for an important meeting. You have a wife with 2 young kids at home. You’ve always been fascinated with…

WHEN TO VISIT MACHU PICCHU: Machu Picchu is open all year, but your preferred weather and crowd conditions will determine when you visit. The rainy season lasts from October to…

Here’s the scenario: You have limited time for your Thailand trip with just enough time to hit the highlights in Bangkok and Chiang Mai. Not really a beach person but…

In this series of world bakes, I’m sharing my favourite coconut macaroon cookie recipe. In The Netherlands, we call this a ‘kokosmakroon’ or ‘kokosmakron’ and they usually come in a…

I remember speaking with a web designer I had collaborated with on a few projects about a sabbatical that he took a while back. He had felt himself burning out…

My best Florida Gulf Coast beaches offer the cleanest sugar sand, most succulent seafood, best seashells, and most spectacular sunsets along the entire US Gulf Coast. I love Southwest Florida…

Looking for the perfect Portugal driving holiday? This Lisbon to Faro road trip is the one for you! If you want a mix of exploring stunning historic cities and also…

Rügen is the largest island in Germany. Nestled in the Baltic Sea, the island is known for its gentle landscapes, coastal cliffs, tranquil beaches, verdant forests and charming villages. I…