Patagonia is a wild and remote place, with quite some distances between the sights, so you need a way to get around down there. After weighing our options, we went for renting a car and driving in Patagonia – that way, we had complete control over everything. Since the weather in Patagonia is very unpredictable,…
There are as many different types of travellers (or tourists) as there are types of people. Some people are thrifty, some spend on luxury items. Some prefer relaxing at home, others head into the mountains. Travel is no different. During our extensive travels over the years, we’ve tried out different “types” of travelling. I’ve couchsurfed,…
Hiking in El Chalten, Argentina, is a dream for hikers. Patagonia itself is a hiker’s paradise, and El Chalten is its capital. And you don’t even have to be in perfect shape to hike in this corner of Patagonia! Some of the best hikes in El Chalten are rather flat and short – in fact,…
Just like everything else, eating in Japan comes with its very own rules and customs. If you break some of these rules, the Japanese might wince and just roll their eyes at the typical tourist, but some could be called food taboos and breaking them would be deeply offensive. So, it is a good idea…
Sushi is probably one of the most popular Japanese food items in the world. And as with other food, sushi has adapted to many different countries, and so is eating it. But that doesn’t change the fact that if you want to enjoy sushi in Japan, you have to follow sushi eating etiquette. So here…
If you’re thinking about going to Hakone in winter, I say go for it! We accidentally got to enjoy winter in Hakone during our visit to Japan in November – unexpectedly, it snowed there quite heavily. And you know what, when Japanese say it was unexpected, I believe it. Still, it’s very easy to enjoy…
There are few good places where to stay in the Dolomites Italy, and the best places to stay depend on your itinerary. The best place to stay in the Dolomites for hiking is Cortina d’Ampezzo, the best places for sightseeing and photography are Cortina and Val Gardena, and if you’re looking for a place in the Dolomites where to…
What to pack for a vacation? It’s not that easy to figure out quickly, especially if you do it last minute just like me. I’ve travelled thousands of times, on shorter and longer trips, both on vacations and working as a flight attendant. I still sometimes forget things! So after messing up my packing one…
Torres del Paine is one of the must-visit places in Chilean Patagonia, and it definitely was one of the highlights of our trip around South America. The most convenient ones are flying down to Patagonia – Punta Arenas, Puerto Natales or El Calafate – and then driving a rental car to the park. Quick Overview:…
Staying in a ryokan in Hakone with private onsen was one of the best experiences we had in Japan. There’s subtle luxury, traditional Japanese hospitality and culture, incredibly tasty food (kaiseki is something else when you’re in a ryokan)… There are just so many things that I loved about our experience! Since prices of hotels…