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…
Since the journey from Ometepe via Managua to the Corn Islands felt a bit too long for us, we used Laguna de Apoyo as a stopover. We spent one night here and really enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere after all the bus and ferry rides. The lagoon is a huge crater lake in Nicaragua formed in…
Welcome to the Caribbean! The Corn Islands are part of Nicaragua and consist of two islands: Big Corn and Little Corn. On Little Corn, there are no motorized vehicles, and the island is completely self-sufficient, giving it a particularly authentic charm. Many locals make a living from fishing and lobster catching. You can explore the…
Popoyo was the perfect ending to our Nicaragua trip. The small surf town reminded us a lot of Bali: cozy cafés with surfboards on the walls, dusty streets, and a modern, aesthetic style. Popoyo is ideal for relaxing. Modern, yet not overcrowded. You’re right by the ocean and whether you’re surfing or simply sitting on…
Instead of Singapore, we chose a rather unconventional stopover in Hong Kong on our Bali trip. After all, we thought, when would we ever come to Hong Kong again? Noise, crowds, food markets, and temples in the middle of skyscrapers. That’s Hong Kong in a nutshell. To be honest, we weren’t particularly impressed at first….
Do you want to explore London during the Christmas season or in winter? Then you’re in the right place! In December 2023, we spent a prolonged weekend in London with 3 nights. In this post, you’ll find out what to see there beyond the magical Christmas decorations during the cold season, where to stay, and how to spend your days. One of the most famous…
You want to explore Paris during the Christmas season or in winter? Then you’re in the right place!In December 2024, we spent a long weekend in Paris with 3 nights. In this post, you’ll find out what to see beyond the Eiffel Tower and magical Christmas decorations during the cold season, where to stay, and how to spend your days. Day 1: Eiffel Tower, Louvre & one…
Since the journey to the Gili Islands suddenly felt a bit too long for us, we made a short stop for one night in Sanur. Aside from the accommodation, Sanur did not really convince us, although we naturally did not see particularly much in that short amount of time. We basically just explored the immediate…