Hiking

Hiking the Mombacho Volcano – the best 2 hour crater trail

Hiking the Mombacho Volcano – the best 2 hour crater trail

Hello from Granada, the second destination to see when visiting Nicaragua. The drive from León to Granada took longer than expected, mainly due to the traffic in the capital city Managua, however the roads are quite good here. Surprisingly, as I have read that it…

Volcano boarding and hiking at Cerro Negro – welcome to Nicaragua

Volcano boarding and hiking at Cerro Negro – welcome to Nicaragua

I must admit, I was a little nervous about going to Nicaragua. When I booked the flights from Panama while still in Europe, I didn’t think too much about it. I simply wanted to see the country, as it was close to Costa Rica. However,…

La Compañía del Valle – Panama’s Ultimate Luxury Jungle Retreat

La Compañía del Valle – Panama’s Ultimate Luxury Jungle Retreat

Once I booked my stay at Hotel La Compañía in Panama City, I soon discovered its sister property, La Compañía del Valle. I knew I had to include this luxury resort in my journey. Tucked away in the lush Panama jungle, and 2 1/2 hours…

Autumn in the Black Forest (Schwarzwald) – the best of the best

Autumn in the Black Forest (Schwarzwald) – the best of the best

It’s hard to believe that I haven’t seen the European Autumn colours for over 20 years. Since leaving Germany to move to Australia back in 2005, I haven’t been back in Europe during the months October and November. So, after 21 years, here I am.…

Hiking to the Montserrat Monastery – the perfect trail

Hiking to the Montserrat Monastery – the perfect trail

I had read about the Montserrat Monastery even before my trip to Andorra. However, I wasn’t sure I could be bothered stopping there. Until I saw the actual mountains while relaxing at Hotel Mon Sant Benet. They looked so dramatic, rising seemingly out of nowhere…

Cinque Terre Italy – The Adventure continues – part 2

Cinque Terre Italy – The Adventure continues – part 2

Did you read my previous blog about hiking in Cinque Terre? I had so much to tell and so many photos to share, I decided to make two blogs out of my week in the most amazing spot in Europe, Cinque Terre Italy. And I…

Hiking in Cinque Terre – The Riviera of Italy – part 1

Hiking in Cinque Terre – The Riviera of Italy – part 1

Hello from the most beautiful part of Italy, the Cinque Terre National Park. Having traveled between Germany, Thailand, and Australia lately, it has been a while since I visited a new place where I had to do some research beforehand. But it was fun! Originally,…

Hiking in Petra – the jewel of Jordan

Hiking in Petra – the jewel of Jordan

As one of the new Seven Wonders of the World, Petra is definitely a must see when visiting Jordan. Personally, with my love for outdoor activities, I couldn’t wait to go hiking in Petra and explore this special spot. From Amman, I organised a bus…

Hiking to Termessos – Antalya, Turkey

Hiking to Termessos – Antalya, Turkey

Did you know I started this blog originally to have a place for all my travel photos? Where else would I put them without forgetting about it? So it seemed like a great idea to have my best photos displayed somewhere I could easily access…