Tag: mountains

  • The Cameron Highlands: Great views over tea plantations

    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…

  • Inspiring Holidays to Lake Garda: Just The Trip You Need!

    Inspiring Holidays to Lake Garda: Just The Trip You Need!

    Organizing Your Holidays to Lake Garda Lake Garda, Italy’s largest lake is a very popular holiday destination for sightseeing and relaxation, water sports and various outdoor activities. It can offer mesmerizing sights and tranquil surroundings, providing you the best escape from the hectic life in the city. The lake has been inspiring painters and poets…

  • Up into the heights of Zermatt

    Up into the heights of Zermatt

    Zermatt Some rave about its beauty and insist that everyone go visit the place. While others are of the opinion that it is more of a rich peoples’ ghetto. Well, whatever. I recently had the opportunity to visit and report here about the things to do in Zermatt. And you should adopt this travel tip…

  • Explore the culture of Sapa in Vietnam

    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

    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!…

  • St. Moritz horse racing White Turf

    St. Moritz horse racing White Turf

    St. Moritz is famous for being a place for the rich. It is said, that many Russians (rich ones of course) like to be here during Russian Christmas. All year round many rich people stay here. But St. Moritz is in Switzerland and my country is famous for its discretion. So you don’t really see…

  • Davos Switzerland during WEF

    Davos Switzerland during WEF

    Davos Switzerland is a wonderful place in the eastern part of the Swiss Alps. Some facts The city/village is 1560 metres above sea level 6 skiing areas can be used in the winter season, in the summer season the same become lovely hiking places. The famous (or infamous) WEF (World Economic Forum) takes place here…