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Historic V&A Waterfront Walk [Cape Town]

Learn about the vibrant history of the most successful development project of Africa and a tourist’s favourite!

Snaking through Oman’s wadis

Explore the depth of Oman and refresh in its stunning wadis on this canyoning adventure!

Planting the seeds for concentration camps and segregation [The Anglo-Boer war]

Polish up your knowledge about the South African Anglo-Boer war and know where to pay your respects.

The falaj of Misfat, one of the most charming villages of Oman

Stroll one of the most picturesque traditional villages of Oman, Misfat.

48 hours in Oslo

Your exclusive guide for the perfct city trip to Oslo!

Your Perfect 48-Hour Phnom Penh Itinerary [Top 6]

The perfect 2-day itinerary to discover Phnom Penh from its dark history to its modern vibrancy [top 6 sites: Tuol Sleng Museum, the Killing Fields, the Royal Palace…].

Unlocking the Secrets of Khmer Art: A Guide to the National Museum of Cambodia

A guide to help you understand and decypher Khmer art: a must to enjoy any visit to Cambodia!

A quick guide to Omani food

Discover the delicious Omani food, influenced by centuries of seafaring…

The new outdoorsy capital of South Africa [George]

Explore South Africa’s outdoor capital and discover its most fantastic mountain biking tracks, hiking trails, flora and fauna in the most dramatic landscape!

What to do in Nizwa, Oman [Top 5]

Spend a day in charming Nizwa and enjoy the souk, the fort and the old town…

The Nizwa fort [Oman’s most visited monument]

Discover the Nizwa fort, an architectural and defensive marvel of Oman, the pearl of the Middle East…

The mud villages of Oman [Al Hamra]

Explore the abandoned mud village of Al Hamra and the excellent Bait al Safah living museum, showcasing Omani traditions.

Climbing up the balcony in Jebel Shams

Discover the stunning Balcony Walk in Jebel Shams and get your adrenaline level up on the via ferrata to take in the best views of the Grand Canyon of the Middle East!

48 hours in Muscat [Top 11 must-dos]

Discover the capital of Oman, from top restaurants to secret beaches and off the beaten path gems!

5 insider’s fun facts about Strasbourg that you probably did not know about!

There is so much more to Strasbourg than its famous Christmas market! 5 fun facts you most likely did not know about that will have you expreience Strasbourg differently!

A wine from 1472?!

Step in history and visit this unique wine cellar housing wine barrels including one dating back to 1472 (and still full…).

Wash easy & save water [Scrubba]

The Scrubba bag is an efficient way of washing your clothes in the outdoors or traveling while saving water. Check it out!

New York City: A visual tour

Take a virtual photo tour of New York City!

The top 10 museums of Oslo, Norway

Oslo has developed an important cultural scene with museums celebrating Norwegian explorers, artists, or simple citizens. Know what to expect and prepare your trip to the Norwegian capital!

How to choose your water filter [for outdoors and traveling]

Text: Claire Lessiau Photographs: Claire Lessiau & Marcella van Alphen A long distance hike like the GR 20, famous for being the toughest one in Europe [186 kilometers through the Corsican Mountains with an inhumane positive elevation and burning sun!] is the perfect playground to select the optimum gear and test it. Since we have…

Behind the scenes in a GR 20 refuge at 1,810m

Go behind the scenes on the GR 20, Europe’s toughest hike and live the season of a refuge keeper at 1,810 metres.

Johannesburg – would you give it a shot?

Most simply avoid Downtown Johannesburg with its no-go zone reputation. However, the city has changed and bits by bits local initiatives pop up and travellers explore the vibrance, art scene and culture of South Africa’s biggest city!

Backpack weight & hiking

How to pack and what maximum weight should be carried on a multiday hike.

Prins & Prins: beyond the diamonds, a treasure box with gems from the past

Dig into the fabulous world of Prins & Prins in Cape Town and be dazzled by its diamonds and precious jewellery!

GR 20 Etape 14: Paliri to Conca [GR 20: 180km of hiking DONE!!]

Stage 14 and final stage of your complete guide to the GR 20 Corsica, a 2-week adventure along the toughest hike of Europe!

GR 20 Etape 13: Croci to Paliri [wild pigs & Bavella Needles]

Wild pigs & Bavella Needles on Stage 13 of your complete guide to the GR 20 Corsica, a 2-week adventure along the toughest hike of Europe!

GR 20 Etape 12: Usciolu to Croci [why Croci is a must!]

Stage 12 of your complete guide to the GR 20 Corsica, a 2-week adventure along the toughest hike of Europe… and why you must stop at Croci!

GR 20 Etape 11: Col de Verde to Usciolu [ridgelines & fresh fruits]

Stage 11 of your complete guide to the GR 20 Corsica, a 2-week adventure along the toughest hike of Europe: arriving at Ali Baba’s cave!

GR 20 Etape 10: E’Capannelle to Col de Verde [beer, soccer & BBQ…]

Stage 10 of your complete guide to the GR 20 Corsica, a 2-week adventure along the toughest hike of Europe!

GR 20 Etape 9: Vizzavona to E’Capannelle [stepping into the South]

Stage 9 of your complete guide to the GR 20 Corsica, France: the first stage of the Southern part of toughest hike of Europe!

GR 20 Etape 8: L’onda to Vizzavona [how simple pleasures become luxury]

Stage 8 of your complete guide to the GR 20 Corsica, France and last stage of the Northern part ending in Vizzavona!

GR 20 Etape 7: Vaccaghja to L’Onda [via altitude lakes you don’t want to miss!]

Stage 7 of your complete guide to the GR 20 Corsica, France with the best accommodation and where to eat the best homemade lasagnes on the GR!

GR 20 Etape 6: Castel del Vergio to Vaccaghja [the nicest accommodation of the whole GR 20!]

Stage 6 of your complete guide to the GR 20 Corsica, and THE best accommodation on the way!

GR 20 Etape 5: Ballone to Castel del Vergio [why this is better than Tighettu to Ciottulu]

Stage 5 of your complete guide to the GR 20 Corsica, France with a better planning than in most guidebooks recommending Tighettu to Ciottulu.

GR 20 Etape 4: Ascu Stagnu to Ballone [is Monte Cinto really better than Cirque de la Solitude?]

Stage 4 of your complete guide to the GR 20 Corsica, France: the toughest stage of Europe’s toughest hike?

GR 20 Etape 3: Carrozzu to Ascu Stagnu [helicopter rescue & thunderstorms]

Stage 3 of your complete guide to the GR 20 Corsica, France: helicoptered out and lightning striking along Europe’s toughest hike!

GR 20 Etape 2: Ortu di u Piobbu to Carrozzu [tougher than we thought]

Stage 2 of your complete guide to the GR 20 Corsica, a 2-week adventure along the toughest hike of Europe!

GR 20 Etape 1: Calenzana to Ortu di u Piobbu [getting launched on the GR!]

Stage 1 of your complete guide to the GR 20 in Corsica, France: departing from Calenzana for a 2-week adventure along the toughest hike of Europe!

GR 20: Prologue

Stage 0 of your complete guide to the GR 20 Corsica, France, and maybe the most important one: a complete overview!

The vibes of Oslo, Norway

Explore the vibrant and diverse neighbourhoods of Oslo!

Top 8 Must Do Adventures in South Africa

The must do top 8 adventures in South Africa: wildlife safaris, trekking, SCUBA diving, mountain biking, kloofing, surfing, horseback riding… You name it!