Create memories that last a lifetime with these unique, truly sustainable getaways – places we travel bloggers rather keep to ourselves.
Plitvice Lakes – Your ultimate guide to beat the crowds and find the best trails
The Plitvice Lakes are easy to visit independently. We give you all the tools you need to organise your trip and avoid the tourist crowds.
How to explore the Julian Alps in 3 days: An itinerary for first timers
The Julian Alps are easy to reach from Ljubljana or Lake Bled. Come and explore the great outdoors across Vršič Pass and the Soča Valley.
More than a day trip: How to experience Lake Bled without the tourist crowds
Lake Bled deserves more than a day trip. Visit Bled and nearby Vintgar Gorge with our 24-hour itinerary and avoid the tourist crowds.
Barcelona: A perfect long weekend beyond the tourist hot spots
Fancy a long weekend in Barcelona beyond the tourist hot spots, with an architectural twist and a bit of nature? Here is your itinerary.
Discover the Baltics: One week in Estonia
Our itinerary shows you not only cities rich in history but also gives you a taste for Estonian island life in the Baltic Sea.
New Caledonia: How expensive is it really, and why is it worth visiting?
New Caledonia has the reputation for being exorbitantly expensive. Is that true? Is it still worth a visit? Let’s find out…
Tirohanga Lodge is open for business in Queenstown, New Zealand
Modern, family hillside guesthouse with breathtaking outlook on Lake Wakatipu and the surrounding snow-capped mountains, easy access to the ski slopes and / or mountain bike trails.
Nicaragua: León or Granada – Take your pick
Are you planning a trip to Nicaragua and can only squeeze in one of the historic cities: Granada or León? We hope this article can help you decide.
Guatemala: DIY travel ideas for first timers
Guatemala has impressive archaeological sites, stunning natural beauty and is rich in Mayan culture and traditions. Come and experience it for yourself.
A week of inland adventures in Belize
Dive aficionados get starry-eyed when they hear Belize. But the only English-speaking country in Central America has a lot more to offer than great dives.
Mexico – Land of cultural and natural wonders
Mexico is so much more than tacos, sombreros and mariachi bands. Find out what we learned as we explored the Yucatan Peninsula and Ciudad de México.
Discover the Caribbean: Cuba
Would you love to travel around Cuba? We are ‘repeat offenders’. Check out what we got up to this time and how much has changed since our last visit.
Discover St Vincent & the Grenadines
The exotically named archipelago of St Vincent and the Grenadines in the Caribbean comprises 32 islands and cays. With so many to choose from, could this be your next holiday destination?
Discover the Caribbean: Grenada
As our Caribbean adventure continued, we headed to the small island nation of Grenada. Check out what we got up to and decide for yourself whether you would like to visit some day too.
What to see and do in colorful Curaçao
A ten-day visit to Curaçao kicked off the Caribbean leg of our Minimalist Journey. Find out what we did and what adventures we got up to.
Exploring the Andes in Ecuador
As we continued our journey north along the Andes, we had the opportunity to sample some of the best outdoor adventures Ecuador has to offer: a hike up and mountainbike ride down the highest mountain Ecuador’s and some challenging hikes around the Quilotoa loop… passing indigenous villages and enjoying absolutely stunning scenery in the process.
Loja, Vilcabamba and Cuenca – Beauties of Southern Ecuador
Experience true Ecuadorean life in Loja as the cultural capital, Vilcabamba with amazing hikes and Cuenca – which represents the most European city and is home to the most ex-pats.
How to explore Galápagos independently and affordably
Find out how to enjoy land-based adventures in Galapagos Islands and how you can save money at the same time!
Mindo and Papallacta: Cloud forests and hot springs
Two classic tourist spots to visit in Ecuador, but be warned there are some catches. Read what we researched and subsequently found out.
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