Renting a car and driving in Albania: all you need to know We visited Albania as part of our longer road trip in the Balkans. It is possible to rent a car in nearby countries and take it to Albania, but there are some restrictions and costs involved. If you have this possibility, visiting Albania…
How to prepare for your first hiking experience Are you thinking of planning your first hiking experience? Or dreaming of a long hike somewhere breathtaking? Let me tell you a little story. My head teacher in primary school was also a geography teacher and a helpless fan of outdoors. This resulted in dragging us to…
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Tips on staying fit when travelling Traveling is a big part of my life. I cannot imagine not to travel. I always thought that staying fit while traveling is easy. You walk around many hours a day, hike, swim, conquer the mountains. All of this is completely opposite to sitting at a desk. I…
A quick guide to Colonia de Sacramento in Uruguay Colonia de Sacramento, an old colonial town in Uruguay, is usually visited by tourists coming from Buenos Aires. This UNESCO World Heritage Site founded by Portuguese in the 17th century takes you back straight to Portuguese little towns. You may even forget for a moment that…
Punta del Este and its secrets- a quick guide for first timers Nestled along Uruguay’s pristine coastline, Punta del Este is a popular destination for South Americans, including celebrities. No wonder, as it offers an irresistible blend of sun, sand, and sophistication. This glamorous seaside resort town is renowned for its stunning beaches, making it…
Salento and Valle de Cocora- unforgettable Colombian experience Coffee tradition, friendly people, tasty dishes, untouched landscapes…Salento has it all that is best in Colombia. The weather was not spoiling us too much, but no rain can ruin the beauty and experience of Valle de Cocora or hiking through the cloud forest. When not taking long…
A quick guide to La Boca Buenos Aires is a city of many contrasts and surprises. When you enter La Boca neighbourhood, you can see what I mean. This is an extravagant part of the city, full of romantic stories and very different from the modern and old zones of the capital. It is the…
