Adventures in Namibia

Namibia’s capital Windhoek is located right in the middle of the country and has a rather small population of around 300.000. I personally remember Windhoek as one of the hottest places I have ever been to. The air, searing and dry, did not move even a …

My Algarve highlights and insider tips

The Algarve is an exceptionally pretty region, truly blessed by mother nature. And it is easily accesible from Lisbon. I have some precious Algarve insider tips for you! Insider tip 1: If you want to have the fantastic beaches, breathtaking cliff lines and picturesque little …

DIY: Raft building in Thailand!

Raft building is an art. Raft building out of trash is something else… I have mentioned it a few times already: Sometimes I wish I hadn’t met my friend John with all his crazy ideas. This time I even cancelled a flight to Brazil, just …

Cuba cars: An extraordinary cultural heritage!

Cuba cars are different! They are old, they are gorgeous, but they often run on their last legs. You find American vintage cars which have been running for more than half a century. Right next to them: Russian classic cars, not much younger – relics from the …

Unusual things to do in Berlin

Berlin really is on everyone’s bucket list, Berlin attractions have been popular among travellers for years. The neverending hype about Germany’s capital, however, mainly feeds on its exceptional art and party scene. So chances are that you have also come here to enjoy Berlin’s infamous bohemian …