A love letter to culture and slow travel
“This is the place where Jesus met his mother on the way to the Cross” the shopkeeper explains to me.“And if you take the next street on your right, you can see where Pontius Pilate condemned Jesus to death”… I am standing on the “Via Dolorosa”, said to be the Continue Reading
Let’s face it, Johannesburg doesn’t have a brilliant reputation when it comes to safety. Stories of crime, poverty, theft and murder are the main reasons visitors travel straight from OR Tambo Airport to safer and more secure places. And yes, you definitely have to keep your wits about you, but Continue Reading
I’m mopping up the last puddle of olive oil with a chunk of flavoursome focaccia bread. It’s become a habit over the last few days and I seriously start to wonder how many carbs is “too many”… But who would be able to resist? A warm autumn sun, stunning views Continue Reading
I’ve been three times to Liguria. I never really planned to, but sometimes life has different plans for you… On my first occasion I visited the Cinque Terre, unanimously considered the highlight of the area. Fair enough I guess, five villages clinging on precariously to the cliffs with the blue Continue Reading
If you think Mexico is all about golden beaches and all-inclusive resorts, you’re in for a surprise! During my one month backpacking trip in Mexico, I spent a decent amount of time in the Chiapas, a region where dense rainforest jungle is scattered with remnants of the Mayan civilisation. It’s Continue Reading
The city of Belfast is on to a revival. Every year more and more people discover what the Northern Irish capital has to offer. Apart from historical tours about the Troubles, the city is nowadays also popular for its vibrant weekend nightlife. Where Dublin can be a bit too touristy, Continue Reading
Visions of 1001 nights, snake charmers, vibrant souks and food – oh the glorious Moroccan food- : all these clichés came to mind when finally booking my trip to Marrakech. It’s a city I’d been longing to visit for a long time and after my weekend in Tangier the year Continue Reading
I am a solo female traveller so let’s set a few things straight first: after having travelled to 4 different cities, I can truly say that Morocco is one of the friendliest and most hospitable nations I’ve travelled in! Moroccans are a traditional, respectful and good-humoured bunch and I have Continue Reading
“Hello my princess, I’m glad we meet again!” I turn around and stare right into the eyes of the man I have been trying to avoid all day… I met Abderrahmid the day before and as helpful and friendly as he may be, there was something too eager and slightly Continue Reading
Did you know that there are over 20 Mayan sites in Mexico? That’s right, one of the world’s biggest civilizations ever has left a huge mark on Mexico’s heritage sites! After exploring Mexico City, make sure to visit the states of Yucatán and Chiapas, where the majority of the Mayan Continue Reading