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The Murray, more than luxury: a landmark

Discover The Muray, more than a luxurious hotel it is also a succesful conservation project in the heart of Hong Kong.

The Castle of Good Hope [6 fun facts]

Dicover the oldest building of South Africa, and learn 5 fun facts about it!

6 facts about Bo-Kaap you probably did not know about

Discover fun facts about the most instagrammable district of Cape Town, the colourful Bo-Kaap home to the Cape Malays.

Interactive map: Athens, Greece

Explore Athens like a local with this free interactive map that you can download on your smartphone.

Cape Malay cuisine secrets straight from Bo-Kaap! [Cape Town]

Cook the favourite Cape Malay recipes in the heart of Bo-Kaap, the most colourful neighbourhood of Cape Town!

The best of Lantau Island in a day!

Find out how to make the most out of your time in Hong Kong and fly over the jungle with a cable car, visit the Big Buddha and explore the Tai O fishing village!

The best way up Victoria Peak [not the tram!]

Your ultimate itinerary to enjoy the most interesting hike and mind-blowing views from Victoria Peak, Hong Kong Island!

Visual tour of the United Arab Emirates

Here is a compilation of our best shots capturing the essence of the United Arab Emirates to inspire you. Let us take you on a visual tour through the country to inspire you for your next trip!

Your Interactive Map to Barcelona

Explore Barcelona like a local with this free interactive map you can download on your smartphone!

A Sunday in Athens [off the tourist track]

The perfect program for a day in Athens and even better on a Sunday!

Visual Tour of Lesotho

Get inspired and travel through Lesotho from behind your laptop with this visual tour!

The Call of the White [Rafting the Biggest White Waters of the USA!]

Join a thrilling 4-day expedition down the Colorado River on a rubber raft and conquer some of the craziest rapids in the USA!

Offbeat Athens, exploring the city with a local

Explore the real Athens with a local and uncover the secrets which remain untouched by tourists!

Visual tour of Reunion Island

Get inspired by the striking beauty of the Reunion Island through this visual tour!

8 reasons why you should not skip the National Archaeological Museum of Athens

The National Archaeological Museum of Athens showcases a very rich collection of Ancient Greek art that is a perfect introduction to any trip to Greece. The richness of the collections (a thorough visit will take you about four hours) and the extent of interesting written information can be overwhelming so we selected some masterpieces for you in this article.

Visual tour of Oman

Here is a compilation of our best shots capturing the essence of Oman to inspire you. Let us take you on a visual tour through the country to inspire you for your next trip!

Greek cooking in the heart of Athens!

Curious to learn the secrets of Greek cooking? Hit the link to the article to figure it out and learn how to cook some of the best Greek food!

72 hours in Cape Town

Between exploring the National Botanical Gardens, taking in the view from Table Mountain, shopping at the V&A Waterfront, exploring Robben Island, Cape Towns museums and excellent beaches, dining at world class restaurants,… Cape Town has a lot to offer! Read this article for some great inspiration before planning your trip to the Mother City.

A South African safari from wherever you are

Always dreamt of a safari? Go on one right now from behind your computer screen. Explore South Africa’s best live cams showing you what is going on in the bush right now!

Interactive Map – United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates are a very new country built out of the desert. Just a few kilometres away from Dubai, the hub of shopping and luxurious hotels, and Abu Dhabi betting on culture, the more traditional

Best 5 places in Strasbourg to recharge

Avoid the tourist traps and know where find the best local experiences in Strasbourg.

In the footsteps of Mandela, Robben Island, South Africa

Follow the footsteps of Nelson Mandela on Robben Island where he spent the majority of his 27 years in jail.

People of Oman [photo gallery]

Photo gallery of people of Oman.

Interactive Map – Reunion Island

207 kilometers of perimeter and only 72 kilometers between its furthest points. In only 2,512km² in the middle of the Indian Ocean, an incredible variety of intense landscapes awaits to be explored on Reunion Island:

Behind the scenes in Kirstenbosch, Cape Town

Beyond the stunning plant collections and jaw-dropping landscape, the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens are paramount for flora conservation. Go behind the scenes & plan your visit!

Interactive Map – Oman

Probably one of the most welcoming countries in the Middle East where the heat of the sun is only capped off by the warmth of its inhabitants, the Sultanate of Oman is a fantastic playground for adventure seekers and outdoors enthusiasts. With its rich

The Lion King: the circle of death [exploited to the bone]

How lions are becoming an endangered species with hardly anyone knowing about it. The shocking truth on how volunteering in South Africa fuels a horrendous industry.

5 days in San Francisco [your day-by-day ultimate guide]

Explore the top museums of San Francisco, find out how to explore the bay in style and where to go for the best cultural experiences. Save this article for your next trip to SFO!

All you need to know about real rum!

Rum is getting more fashionable. Do you know how it is made and how to appreciate a good one? Find out all you need to know about rum in this article!

Suicidal Tendencies in Utah

Utah is a mountain biking paradise and these trails described in the article, still to be explored!

Flying legends [San Francisco]

Join us on a legendaric flight over one of world’s most iconic cities!

Alcatraz, the rock standing in ever changing tides

Alcatraz remains the nr. 1 tourist attraction of San Francisco. Explore why the fascinating island attracts people from all over the world!

The SFMOMA [what you need to know]

Step into a temple to Modern Art in the heart of San Francisco!

A Weekend Getaway in the Up and Coming Californian Vineyards

Visit the up and coming Santa Lucia Highlands vineyards and taste some of the best Pinot Noir and Chardonnay of California!

The Tenderloin, more than meets the eye [San Francisco]

Why you should visit the Tenderloin, the dodgy and forgotten district of San Francisco.

Otter focus [Big Sur & Monterey Bay Aquarium]

Get up close and personal with the cutest Californian specie!

Where rock stars, toons & climbers meet [Joshua Tree NP]

Admire the spring super bloom of desert flowers in Joshua Tree National Park, meet its wildlife and have fun bouldering!

Diving with turtles in Réunion

Dive in Reunion Island and get up close and personal with endangered sea turtles.

Why you should make Cilaos your mountain base [Réunion]

Cilaos is the perfect base to explore the Cirques of Réunion Island, and here is why.

Your gastronomic guide to Réunion

Taste the food from Reunion, without forgetting its infused rums!

Why is Saint Pierre your ideal base [Réunion]

Saint Pierre is your ideal base to explore the Réunion Island. Check it out!

A 7-day exclusive trek for the best of Réunion!

We have created an exclusive 7-day circular hike for you to explore the best of Reunion Island trekking.

Taming the dragon [3 Salazes]

Embark on an adventure of a lifetime! Climb the most emblematic rocks of Reunion Island for an unforgettable experience…

Mountain biking the Maïdo [Reunion Island]

Explore the many ecosystems along the slopes of the Maïdo mountain in a fun and exhilarating way!

Vanilla heaven in the mountains of Réunion

Read this article and vanilla won’t have any secrets for you any more.

Tales from the Arabian desert [Oman]

Text & photographs: Marcella van Alphen & Claire Lessiau The indigo sky slightly turns greyish-blue over the Bedouin tents in the sleepy camp while in the east the sun announces itself with a pinkish hue. Venus is still bright in the clear sky. Colours appear slowly tainting the dunes in their warm orange before shadows…