Tag: hiking
The Cameron Highlands: Great views over tea plantations
The Cameron highlands in Malaysia are among the most extensive hill stations in the country, covering an area of 712 square kilometres. Situated in Pahang, in the western part of the country, and positioned at 1135 to 1829 meters above sea level, the famous Malaysian Cameron highlands are known for the delightful fragrant air and…
Is Interlaken in Switzerland boring?
It has its name from the location between the two lakes and is surrounded by magnificent mountain peaks. The town of Interlaken Switzerland is picturesque and very touristy. The general atmosphere of Interlaken is best enjoyed at the big park opposite of Viktoria Jungfrau hotel. There you can also be entertained by screaming Asian tourists…
Visiting rural West Java for a Java Indonesia homestay
As I prepared my trip to Indonesia, I came across a note in the Lonely Planet guide, detailing the option of doing a Java Indonesia homestay in Cianjur. Another perfect adventure for the independent traveller! Here is my report.The fact that the area is supposed to be quite rural kind of eluded me on journey…
Explore the culture of Sapa in Vietnam
If you’re visiting Vietnam and want to see as much of the culture as possible you should make time for to a trip to Sapa in northern Vietnam. Located in the mountainous Lao Cai province about 350km northwest of Hanoi, Sapa is a great travel tip and gives you a great chance to see Vietnam’s…
The Rotondo cottage
Here is a story for the independent hiker or independent traveller – if you wish – that really wants to get in touch with the Alps in Switzerland. Back in September 2012 I decided to meet my friends at Rotondo cottage. They used to be the tenants up there until 2015. I was pleasantly surprised!…
Do you like hiking? Hsipaw is perfect for it in Myanmar
Hsipaw is an Asian travel tip for all people, that like to go hiking in Myanmar. Within Hsipaw there are also places worth exploring on foot or by bicycle. Here’s my photo-story: Little Bagan in Hsipaw In the north of Hsipaw there are a few Shan temples and stupas to be seen. Most have not…