Exactly one year ago I visited Brazil’s Chapada Diamantina region. It is a place with overwhelming nature, where you can hike for days and discover truly amazing spots. No tourists, no cars, no noise. I got to know a side of Brazil which is very different from the vibrant beaches and cities. And I liked it. […]
Countdown of my 3 favorite destinations in 2016 – 2nd Place: Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia
2016 was another year full of adventures. I quit my job at the end of 2015 to travel. But this time I wanted it to be open-end without any commitments. The only thing I knew was that I would be flying to Rio de Janeiro on January 2nd 2016 and travel for 3 weeks with […]
Countdown of my 3 favorite destinations in 2016 – 3rd Place: Paraty, Brazil
2016 was another year full of adventures. I quit my job at the end of 2015 to travel. But this time I wanted it to be open-end without any commitments. The only thing I knew, was that I would be flying to Rio de Janeiro on January 2nd 2016 and travel for 3 weeks with […]
5 destinations that make you want to take a jumping picture
I love jumping pictures. It is incredible what a simple act such as jumping can do to a picture if it is taken just in the right moment. I have spent what felt like hours trying to take jumping picture of other people because I always just missed the right moment to press the button. […]
Eight pictures that will make you want to visit Ecuador’s Amazon
Everyone who goes to Latin America should consider going to the Amazon. The biodiversity is overwhelming and it is an unforgettable experience to be in such a remote place with only litte influence by the civilised world. But the Amazon is changing due to human interference and we have to be cautious of how our own […]
Four steps to get from Costa Rica to Santa Catalina, Panama
Getting from Costa Rica to Santa Catalina in Panama is not an easy task but this step by step guide will provide you with all the information you need. My starting point was Jacó but the steps are almost the same from anywhere on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica. Step 1: Take the Tica […]
Quito and Ambato: Going back to my place of birth after 28 years
The journey to Ecuador was a special one. When we started this trip, we weren’t sure if we would head north or south from Nicaragua. We ended up going south and I think deep inside it was because we wanted to go to Ecuador, the country where I was born. My parents worked in international […]
From Cali to Quito by Bus
When I am travelling, backpackers sometimes ask me for advice. Often they are not only interested in the different destinations, but also in how to get from one place to another. I therefore try to include some guides when writing about my travel experiences. Here for example, you find out how to get from Cali […]
Salento, visiting Colombia’s coffee region
Together with some friends, we took the night bus from Medellin to Salento, Colombia’s coffee region. We arrived very early in the morning and spent a few hours in a restaurant before checking in at Los Colibiries, a hostel a few meters from the main square. It was a good choice, since the double rooms […]
Medellin: Top five things to do
We love Medellín! Just fifteen years ago, it was one of the most dangerous city in the world. Now it is probably the most fascinating city we’ve ever visited. The worst neighbourhoods have been upgraded with squares and libraries for the public. The locals are proud of their innovative public transport system and wouldn’t dare to leave […]
