One of my favorite things to do on a warm sunny day off is hiking. Belgium has some nice hiking spots, especially in the French part of the country. So I decided to head off to Nonceveux, a small village…
Fornalutx: the most charming place of Mallorca you must visit
Fornalutx is one of the most beautiful small towns you must visit on the Spanish island Mallorca. Hidden in the mountains, only 469 inhabitants experience its beauty daily. It wasn’t mentioned in my travel guide, so I discovered its existence…
5 day trips from Playa del Carmen
Playa del Carmen and its surroundings has a lot more to offer than paradise beaches where you can sit back and relax with a delicious cocktail in your hands. Mexico is one of the richest countries when it comes to…
Lakes you must see at the Azores
The Azores are Europe’s best kept secret. These beautiful remote Portuguese islands situated in the middle of the North Atlantic Ocean are still spared from mass tourism. Sometimes I think I shouldn’t be writing about this tropical volcanic paradise, because…
The ultimate quick guide to Florence
Florence, the Italian city where the Renaissance was born, known for its many museums and great Roman, Gothic and Renaissance architecture. The capital of Tuscany breathes culture and is a must visit for everyone who loves art, gelato, markets and…
Faial in 24 hours, how to make the most of your visit
I had exactly one day to explore Faial, due to my cancelled flight the day before. I arrived around 2pm so I had to decide quickly what to visit and how, because I cancelled the rental car not knowing SATA would…
The ultimate quick guide to Sao Miguel
Sao Miguel, also named Ilha Verde (Green Island), is the biggest and most sophisticated island of the Azores, an archipelago in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. It’s the only place in Europe where you can find tea plantations. Not only…
Need to know before visiting the Azores
Before going to the amazing Azores you must be aware that these gorgeous islands aren’t the typical Summer destination. Because they are so remote there are a few things you must take into account. Here are the things you need to know before visiting…
10 reasons why you must visit the Azores, Europe’s best kept secret paradise
I could probably name a hundred reasons why you should travel to the Azores. The Azores are nine volcanic islands situated in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. Because they are so remote, mass tourism is non existent and nature is…
Things you must do when in Istanbul
The list of things to do in Istanbul is probably endless with its rich culture and many wonderful attractions. Never did I expect to love this city so much. I fell in love with it in a second. Even in…
One day in Rome: walking map with all the highlights
Spending only one day in Rome is definitely a challenge! What top attractions should you visit? How do you choose? I’m sure many people have asked these questions already. People on a cruise often stop by for just one day,…
5 free attractions you must see when in Istanbul
Istanbul has many attractions to offer and half of them are free! Of course exploring the many cosy streets doesn’t cost a thing, but even some of the most beautiful buildings are free of charge! So Istanbul is the perfect getaway…
