After four months of unforgettable experiences across the Middle East (read about our Iraqi adventures here) and Africa (learn how we road-tripped through South Africa for 41 days here), November marked a new chapter of our world trip: we crossed the Atlantic to explore Brazil. Our first stop? The ...
Cycling adventure across four wild African countries
After interviewing Anna and Chris about their cycling holiday from Istanbul to Munich here back in May, I’ve kept my ears finely tuned for unique stories about traveling by bike. A chance meeting with Gerald in Zimbabwe three months ago caught my attention. He shared his crazy three-month cycling ...
2024 in review: I took the risk and packed my bags
Just before 2025 begins, I’m looking back at a year that changed everything. To begin with, 2024 in review was a year when I took the risk and packed my bags to fly to a new chapter. As a result, I left behind the stability of employment to become a freelancer; a decision that didn't only transform ...
Is a 6-week roadtrip across South Africa safe?
Before we fastened our seat belts for a six-week road trip across South Africa, we were bombarded with warnings and well-meaning advice. “Stay vigilant,” lots of friends and family said. Many people painted a picture of a land both unforgettably beautiful and potentially dangerous. So, what’s it ...
Hiking 7 km of beautiful Giants Cup Trail in Drakensberg
After 10 days of road-tripping through South Africa’s impressive national parks, Stefano and I were more than ready to swap the car for a pair of hiking boots. It had been more than a month since our last proper hike. Today felt like the perfect moment to shake off the road dust and immerse ...
Interview with Birgit Brugger, the “Chocologist”: a sweet passion
For the German version, scroll down to the bottom of the English interview. Birgit has an unusual hobby: she collects chocolate wrappers from all over the world and calls herself a "Chocologist." What started as a childhood fascination has grown into a passion that allows her to travel through ...
Kilimanjaro: the heart of Tanzania’s mountain villages and coffee
Tanzania was calling. This time, it wasn’t just about the excitement for safari adventures or endless savannahs. It was about reconnecting—with nature, with culture, and, unexpectedly, with a platform that had once shaped my travels in the most meaningful way. After a six-year hiatus, I reactivated ...
Is Zanzibar really a paradise destination?
Zanzibar often dazzles on social media as an exotic paradise. This Tanzanian archipelago is mostly celebrated for its breathtaking landscapes, culture and colonial history. However, our two-week experience this August revealed a more complex reality. The paradise beaches and marine life, ...
