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Sustainability is important in Austin, Texas. Long dry seasons especially stress the need for effective water conservation. This strong focus on sustainability can also be found in many of Austin’s hotels. They are suitable accommodation options if you care about luxury, comfort, and your ecological footstep. Here are seven of the best green Austin…
Photo by Asier García via Trover.com No matter where you go in Barcelona, architectural and artistic beauty is never far away in this vibrant city. There are a lot of famous cultural and historical sights, but Barcelona’s unknown treasures also deserve some attention. Those who leave the city center to explore Barcelona’s lesser known sights…
The capital city of Germany is a lovely destination because of its conveniently low prices, which are surprisingly cheap compared to other European capital cities. It is also a wonderful place for sightseeing. The city houses a lot of monuments, museums and buildings that show visitors reminders of more turbulent times in its history….
Photo by Zeynep Akman via Trover.com Chicago, Illinois is full of hidden gems when it comes to attractions and sights. Pick your unique Chicago activities and plan an adventurous city trip to this vibrant and soulful town. Stroll to unexplored neighborhoods, listen and feel the music on every corner, get in contact with locals, and at…
Las Vegas might seem like a strange choice for a budget city-trip. However, this city has a lot more to offer then just casino’s where large amounts of money quickly disappear and end up in the pockets of other vacationers. Various walking and sightseeing tours suit the planning of a low-budget traveler. Here are six Las Vegas activities…
London is famous for its cultural and historical sights, world-class museums, and excellent dining possibilities. It also offers a broad choice of luxurious 5-star hotels. A lot of them are conveniently placed in the centre of the city. These hotels and their locations fulfill every vacationer’s wish for a truly unforgettable, high-class city trip. 4. Enjoy the…
Adventures of the mind – a mental dive – In my previous article I talked about the challenging mental roads, which lead us to the highest peaks. Reaching these peaks makes us feel great, because we completed a challenge. On the top we are rewarded with the clear views of vision, success and understanding….
Of the beaten path – mental travel adventures – Travelers are always looking for something. We wander off in search for a beach, the sun or a vibrant city. However, many long journeys tend to reveal more then just the end destination. By travelling, we might discover different things then we initially expected or…
– A new look on cultural adaptation – Many people believe that, when you live in a foreign country, you will never be fully accepted by the locals. Especially in countries with complex and closed cultures, like for example Japan or China. They think that it will always be you and them, no matter how…
300 days abroad – Accounts of the inner journey It is time to make up the balance after being abroad for more then 300 days. However, in this article I want to reflect on the inner journey instead of the actual trip. Where there any spiritual or mental changes during these 300 days? Can I…
Why you should be happy with the Liebster Blog Award Recently, I received a nomination for the Liebster Blog Award. I did some research, and I found out that some former nominees did not like to participate in the nomination process. Although this is their good right, I would still like to encourage everyone to…
The Liebster Award nomination Bloggers Lindsey and Ash, from Mundo Trundle, where so kind to nominate my blog for The Liebster Award. It is my first blog award nomination and I would like to thank both of them very much for providing it to me. It is an honor 🙂 What is the Liebster Award?…
Ways to travel the world in your own backyard Do you really have to travel? Maybe you do not have the money, will or time to visit unknown destinations. However, you can still experience the whole world, if you use a little bit of creativity and imagination. What if I tell you that you can…
There are many reasons why you should travel People often ask me why I want to travel to far away destinations. Some tell me that I am crazy when I talk about my travel plans. I pity those people because they miss out on some important learning aspects of life. They do not have…
6 tips on how to improve creative writing I create one sentence and then struggle to write down the next one. However, the paper stays hopelessly empty. There are no ideas popping up. After a while I start to fill the paper in a different way. I am so tired that my only sentence…
Aspects of Bangkok in the Kathmandu Photo Gallery The Kathmandu Photo Gallery shows me a familiar yet unknown aspect of Bangkok. Photographer Dale Konstanz shoots photographs inside Bangkok taxis. While looking at his photographs, I get to know a little bit more about the taxi drivers. The drivers who brought me to many destinations…
5 reasons why you should travel to the countryside For me traveling is all about freedom. The freedom to go wherever I want and with as little possessions possible. As a permanent traveler I am always searching for ways to gain more freedom. Recently I have come to believe that a stay in the…
Thailand motorcycle – Drama in paradise I was breathing sand and sweating salt while squeezing the brakes as strong as I could. If I would loose my grip for the smallest of seconds I would most likely slide into the cliff and disappear for ever. Swallowed by large green leaves and digested by the dark…
Thai history in the Museum of Siam While in charge of the canon, I am attacked by a large group of warriors, who approach me from the front. I aim the cannon, load, and I blast away. Three soldiers on the right flank of the group fly through the air. Then the ground starts to…
