Planning your trip to South Africa? Then these Cape Town must-do activities definitely belong on your bucket list. We lived in South Africa for six weeks and did plenty of exploring. In this guide, we’ll take you through the absolute highlights and share our Cape Town insider tips off the beaten path. Whether you’re looking for that classic…
The 7 Cascades, also known as Tamarind Falls, are a series of seven waterfalls originating from the Tamarin River. Located in the heart of the Black River Gorges National Park, this area is by far one of the most impressive natural experiences in Mauritius. The landscape consists of deep canyons and dense vegetation, where you can find…
For many, Mauritius is primarily a tropical paradise with turquoise water and long sandy beaches. However, the island has much more to offer. If you enjoy hiking, you can discover an impressive variety of landscapes here. The mix of lush rainforest, rocky ridges, and wide plains could hardly be more diverse. In addition to relaxed paths, there…
Are you planning a trip to Nicaragua? In this guide, we share our personal 3-week route through the land of volcanoes and provide all the practical tips you need for your planning. From entry requirements and visa info to essential advice on safety, travel costs, and the best time to visit. Here, you’ll find everything bundled together that you need to know for your backpacking…
Do you want to know what the Mauritian cuisine really tastes like and learn something about the history of the island at the same time? Then you should definitely go on a streetfoodtour on Mauritius that takes you right into the heart of the capital Port Louis. Actually we are not the type for such…
After a long 22-hour flight with a stopover in Houston, we arrived late in the evening in Managua, the capital of Nicaragua. After a short taxi ride, we checked into our Airbnb and immediately fell into bed before continuing our journey early next morning. With the help of our host, we got a SIM card…
León is one of the two most famous colonial cities and impressed us from start to finish. In total we spent four full days in Leon and got to experience a lot. The city seemed friendlier than Managua and the people were open and helpful. The former capital is home to the largest cathedral in…
El Tránsito is a small, still fairly unknown coastal surf village on the Pacific coast of Nicaragua. The place is about two hours from León and is perfect for spending a few relaxing days by the ocean. Life here is much calmer than in the more famous surf spots like San Juan del Sur or…
Honest Review of Nicaragua’s Famous Colonial City Granada is the oldest and probably the most famous colonial city in Nicaragua and is located right next to the lake Nicaragua. The city is famous for its colorful houses which give the streets a very special charm. In the old town you will find many churches, cozy…
Ometepe is one of the most impressive islands in Central America and clearly a highlight of our Nicaragua trip. The island is located in the middle of the huge Lake Nicaragua. Ometepe consists of two volcanoes and is connected to the main land by a narrow land bridge. We spent four full days here and…