Japan Travel Diary: Week 4
Somebody once told me Nordic countries and Japan have a lot in common in the way we see life. We like minimalist stuff, we find happiness in the little things, and we have great eyes for design. I don’t disagree. Almost everything I’ve looked at in Japan pleases me aesthetically. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, […]
Portugal’s Coffee: A Sumptuous and Delectable Treat
When we say coffee, Portugal isn’t always the first country that comes to mind. That’s why it shocked me the first time I went to Portugal just how much the Portugese love their coffee! I sat at this little cafe – but absolutely packed – and watched as each cup was served with finesse. Lorem […]
This Is How I Kill Time at Airports
You turn up to the airport with plenty of time before your flight boards, only to discover, to your horror, that your flight has been delayed by several hours! Going home or back to your hotel isn’t really an option, so what can you do to pass the time until your flight is ready to […]
Japan Travel Diary: Week 3
What about moving away from Tokyo a little? I’m standing in front of a famous canal in Osaka. It travels through rows of buildings, and tourists get to enjoy the sight of the city from the vantage point of a boat. Compared to Tokyo, this is beyond idyllic. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing […]
A Month in Southeast Asia’s Hidden Gem: Laos
Laos definitely doesn’t come close to the fames of its neighbours, such as Thailand or Vietnam, when it comes to international tourism. And yet, if you’re looking for a fully rustic experience travelling across Southeast Asia, Laos is the place to go.
10 Things to Do in Thailand (Other Than Visiting the Beaches)
Did you know? Thailand was once referred to as “Venice of the East”. This was due to the many original buildings that were built on stilts over the Chao Phraya River as well as the many meandering canals that were a significant factor in Bangkok’s trading activities. However many of these canals were filled and […]
Japan Travel Diary: Week 2
In Japan, when people eat a good bowl of ramen, they slurp. I have to admit, I’ve done my fair share of ramen-slurping in Japan. Starting in Tokyo, of course. The ramen shops here are tiny, but the quality is great. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Sed elementum, lacus nec egestas egestas, […]
Inside Iceland’s Ice Caves
You know what’s crazy about ice? It sings. So did the ice inside an Icelandic ice cave. I went inside prepared to nope the hell out because while I never had severe claustrophia, the sheer amount of ice simply overwhelmed me. If you’re brave enough, give it a try. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur […]
Japan Travel Diary: Week 1
From high-end sushi to quick-slurped noodles, Tokyo lives up to its rep as a culinary powerhouse. In areas like Shibuya and Shinjuku, the city delivers the crowds and neon travelers envision. Elsewhere it balances the brash with tranquil gardens and old ways. With its jurisdiction stretching from western mountains to remote southern islands, the capital […]
Roadtrip in Iceland
If you’ve never done it before, do it now: Rent a car and drive your squad around Iceland. This is how you experience this breathtaking country to the fullest.