Dear Santa, I’ve been a lousy traveler – but here’s my 2017 wish list anyway
Dear Santa, I have a confession to make:This year, I’ve been a lousy traveler. I didn’t browse any colourful indigenous markets, nor did I experiment with crazy foods.I didn’t trek through jaw-dropping valleys or immerse myself in ssophisticated Persian culture.I didn’t embark on any wild, dangerous motorcycle journeys, and I definitely didn’t relax on a […]
What it’s like to travel in East Timor
While preparing for my solo trip to Timor Leste, I noticed there was barely any online information about tourism and travel in East Timor.Though I was desperately hoping to find some inspiration from other travellers to prepare for my journey, I found it exhilarating not to be in the know.I had no expectations and let […]
In Search of Authenticity at Otavalo Market, Ecuador
A visit to the indigenous market of Otavalo in Ecuador is probably one of the most advertised activities in Quito’s guest houses and travel agencies. It’s said to be one of the largest and oldest indigenous markets in South America, and every single guidebook will tell you it’s a must-do if you’re visiting the Quito […]
Where to eat Vegan in Ubud, Bali
I’m not a vegan but the recent “clean eating craze”, has left me fascinated by the trending dietary belief systems. Gluten free, low GI, macrobiotic, vegan… I wanted to learn more. Particularly about vegan food. Growing up with the Belgian/French food culture, I’ve always been a little sceptical towards cooking without “the good stuff”, i.e […]
What to Wear in Iran
Preparing for my trip to Iran turned out to be more interesting than expected — and not just because of the itinerary.How do you dress in a country where showing your hair in public is illegal?Despite having done serious research, I still felt unsure about the outfits stuffed into my backpack. I crossed my fingers […]
How living in Bali ruined me
I know the title sounds a little dramatic — but hear me out. After living a year in Bali, we knew a change of scenery would do us good.Word around the digital nomad grapevine was that Ecuador and Colombia were the new hot spots — perfect for remote workers like us.So we crossed the globe […]
Where to Travel in Iran – our two week itinerary
Two Weeks in Iran: Our Southern Loop Adventure The moment we entered Iran, we knew it instantly:Two weeks was way too little time for this vast, fascinating country.Unfortunately, we can’t always take month-long holidays, so we figured — two weeks is better than nothing! That said, it meant we had to make some tough decisions […]
2015 Travel Summary
Here we are again, at the beginning of a new year, wondering where time went. Looking back at the past twelve months, thinking how we could have done things better, what is still missing in our lives and wondering where the next 52 weeks will take us. For me, the past year was one full […]
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