Tag: island
Things to do in Cyprus – A place welcoming you all year round
Introduction to Cyprus The island of Cyprus is situated off the southern coast of Turkey, in the north-eastern part of the Mediterranean Sea. With a population of fewer than 1.2 million people, it is the third smallest country in the EU after Malta and Luxembourg. Despite being known as the birthplace of Aphrodite, the Greek…
The paradise of El Nido in the Philippines – So much beauty!
El Nido, in the north of the Palawan island in the Philippines, is paradise! Full of beautiful nature and gorgeous beaches. Seriously! Or at least not far off. When I arrived and saw the view of the ocean bay for the first time it almost took my breath away – it was that beautiful. Come…
15 of the best beaches in the Philippines to keep you busy
There are few countries in the world as picturesque as the Philippines. It is a country that is made up of over 7000 islands and features a diverse cultural population that takes pride in being a friendly and enthusiastic host to those that come to explore there. It is also a land that attracts thousands…
Visit Paphos in Cyprus – A travel guide
Want to explore what Paphos has to offer? Well here are the best things to see and do in this historical and culture-packed Cypriot resort. The town of Paphos is located at the south-western tip of Cyprus, between the Toodos Mountains and the Mediterranean Sea. Despite the fact that it attracts scores of sun seeking…
Sailing in Thailand – Island hopping in style
Do you enjoy island hopping, snorkelling and the relaxed style of living aboard a ship? Are you ready for that next level, for sailing in Thailand? Then perhaps a sailing yacht tour would be the right thing for you. But what is it like to sail around Thailand’s islands? I would like to present you…
Discover the Malay peninsula!
The Malay Peninsula delivers you many things to do in Malaysia Here is a south to north itinerary suggestion! Malacca or Melaka is located next to the Straits with the same name. This former Malay sultanate has seen many colonial occupants, including the Dutch, Portuguese and British, but is now back in the hands of…
Where Bali is less touristy – Lovina beach in North Bali
The Lovina beach has, other than the southwest of the island, kept its dreaminess. There are no shopping malls, no Starbucks and that is just wonderful! For your travel planning: You can get to Lovina by taxi. Make sure you agree on a price in advance and keep the telephone number of your hotel destination…
The 4000 islands on the mighty Mekong: A dream come true
Si Phan Don is a place for relaxation. While there are Wifi-connections, everything is a little more relaxed here. It can take a good 15 minutes to download all of yesterday’s incoming emails – without any large attachments. Employees haunted by their bosses may well find the perfect excuse in this place for why they…
Dream away in Halong Bay
Vietnam’s Halong Bay is a lesson in gaining perspective. Some people can’t see the ocean in between all the boats in the bay. Others, me among them, almost don’t notice that, amidst the ocean, the gorgeous views and the beautiful sunsets and sunrises, one is not actually entirely alone in these beautiful parts. Halong Bay…
Trang and Ko Lanta
Trang Trang is the name of a province and city in south Thailand. Trang city is an ideal hub to reach the islands south of Krabi. One of those is Ko Lanta, which was also my destination when I travelled to the area. Trang is best described as a typical small Thai city and I…