Feel the peace that fills the air at Borobudur Temple just seconds before the sun peaks out behind Java's volcanoes. The light painting the stone stupas and Buddhas in pink seems to bring them to life for a moment. Silence, anticipation, pure beauty. Are you really going to miss it? How to…
Sicily road trip: what to see around Trapani in 7 days
Flying to Trapani and still not sure how to organize your trip to Sicily? Here's a 7-day itinerary to unwind and enjoy this corner of Italy. 7-Day Road Trip in Western Sicily Day 1 – Arrival Off to a great start… Rental car troubles How naive of me! I had booked…
Trekking in Sicily: hiking around Mount Cofano
Did you know there's a coastal path with sea views circling the mighty Mount Cofano? One of Sicily's hidden gems hiding in plain sight. It's impossible to miss its silhouette when visiting the west of this Italian island, yet very few people head down to its base. We felt a…
Discover the temple of Segesta and a Greek theater with sea views in Sicily
The unfinished temple of Segesta is one of those must-see spots if you're traveling around northwestern Sicily. Why? Keep reading and keep your eyes wide open. You'll get it in no time. 😉 Segesta Archaeological Park Founded by the Elymians, just like Erice, Segesta became…
Sleep in a Canarian cave house with views of the Sao ravine
Visiting Gran Canaria? Trade the beach hotel for a Canarian cave house right in the countryside and discover the island's most authentic side. Why stay in a cave house in Gran Canaria There are 3 reasons why you should sleep at least one night in a cave house if…
Explore Catalonia on foot: Rupit – Salt del Sallent circular hiking route
From a fairytale village to the foot of a 115-meter-high waterfall. Fancy a trekking adventure in Barcelona? The Rupit – Salt del Sallent hiking trail is one of those routes you can adapt for everyone and all tastes: from families with small kids to seasoned mountaineers…
Discover Erice: a medieval village high up in Sicily
Picture an Italian medieval village looking out over (almost) all of Sicily from the top of a mountain. In Erice, that's just the beginning… Every stone, every corner in its narrow alleys, every balcony with a view is steeped in tales of battles, sacred goddesses, and warriors on horseback on all 3 sides (it's triangular!). 😉 If you're visiting…
Meditate with Buddhist Monks at Mendut Temple
Want to have Mendut Temple and its 3-meter Buddha all to yourself? Enjoy a truly unique spiritual experience at this Buddhist monastery in Indonesia. What if I told you that you can meditate in complete solitude inside Candi Mendut by candlelight, surrounded by flowers and offerings, and visit an authentic monastery…
Discover a Hindu Temple Tucked Away in Indonesia's Rice Fields: Selogriyo.
Looking for a different kind of experience in Indonesia? Stroll through rice fields and visit the sacred Hindu temple hidden within Java's terraces. Hundreds of terraced crops on a rice field rolling down the slope of a volcano. A Hindu temple hidden among the lush greenery, overlooking the breathtaking views from above. 2 local guides…
Cycling around the island of Favignana
Discover the most gorgeous coves of Favignana, the largest of the Aegadian Islands, with this easy, family-friendly bike route. Picture yourself in light, comfy clothes. A salty breeze ruffles your hair and cools your face. You hop on a bike and start pedaling away without…