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…
“The fishermen know that the sea is dangerous and the storm terrible, but they have never found these dangers sufficient reason for remaining ashore.” – Vincent Van Gogh I planned everything very carefully. We only had just under one month to see a few highlights of Indonesia including five islands. It’s doable and a wonderful experience,…
Madrid is a beautiful city and very high on my list of the favourite cities in Europe. I have probably been there around 20 times and it is my part-time home when I have a break from traveling and visit Europe once or twice a year for a few weeks. Being it a city close to…
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…
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…
A quick guide to sandboarding in the Atacama desert in Chile Do you love winter and the smell of fresh snow? You are crazy about snowboarding and can’t wait every year for the first white fluff, so you can take your beloved board for a ride? But what do you do when you happen to…
