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Morocco by Rail and Grand Taxi: A Two-Week Loop
Tangier, Fes, the Sahara, Marrakech and the Atlantic coast — without renting a car.
21 April 2026 · 9 min read
Money While Travelling: Cards, Cash and Avoiding Fees
The dull topic that quietly costs travellers hundreds of euros per trip. Fix it in an afternoon.
5 May 2026 · 6 min
Kyoto on a Budget: Temples, Tea and 500-Yen Lunches
Japan's ancient capital has a reputation for expense. Locals know better — here is how to do Kyoto for less than 60 euros a day.
14 March 2026 · 7 min
Hokkaido: Japan's Wild North by Car and Onsen
Volcanoes, drifting ice, and the best seafood in Japan — a one-week loop through the island Tokyo forgot.
19 May 2026 · 8 min
Palawan: Island-Hopping the Philippines' Last Frontier
El Nido's lagoons, Coron WWII wrecks and the underground river — planning a week on the world's best island.
2 June 2026 · 8 min
Mongolia: Sleeping in a Ger During the Naadam Festival
Wrestling, horse racing and archery on the steppe — plus how to arrange a homestay with nomad families.
9 June 2026 · 8 min
Into the Sahara: A Night in the Merzouga Dunes
Everything you need to know about camel treks, desert camps, and watching the sunrise from the top of Erg Chebbi.
28 July 2026 · 9 min
The Pyramids of Giza: Practical Tips for Cairo
How to beat the crowds, avoid the scams, and actually enjoy Egypt's most famous ancient site.
4 August 2026 · 8 min
Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan: What to Expect
Temples, tombs, and river sunsets: a realistic guide to choosing and enjoying a Nile cruise in Egypt.
11 August 2026 · 9 min
Zanzibar: Stone Town Alleys and Spice-Coast Beaches
Where to stay, what to eat, and how to escape the crowds on Tanzania's legendary spice island.
25 August 2026 · 8 min
Nairobi to Mombasa by Train and Bus
A practical guide to the SGR railway, long-distance buses, and the overland route between Kenya's two biggest cities.
8 September 2026 · 7 min
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi: What It Really Takes
Permits, fitness, packing, and etiquette for one of Africa's most profound wildlife encounters.
15 September 2026 · 9 min
Ethiopia's Historical Route: Lalibela and Beyond
Rock-hewn churches, ancient kingdoms, and highland landscapes on one of Africa's most underrated cultural journeys.
29 September 2026 · 10 min
Okavango Delta: A Mokoro Safari in Botswana
Why the world's largest inland delta is best explored by dugout canoe, and how to plan a low-impact trip.
13 October 2026 · 9 min
Victoria Falls: Zambia, Zimbabwe and the Best Views
How to see the Smoke That Thunders from both sides of the border, and what to do beyond the viewpoints.
3 November 2026 · 8 min
Madagascar: Avenue of the Baobabs and Lemur Country
Why Madagascar feels like another planet, and how to plan a route from the baobab avenue to the rainforest reserves.
10 November 2026 · 10 min
Colombia in Two Weeks: From Cartagena to Medellín
A practical route through Colombia's Caribbean coast, coffee hills, and mountain cities — with safety tips and budget notes.
8 December 2026 · 9 min
Portugal Road Trip: Lisbon to the Algarve in Ten Days
A relaxed driving itinerary through historic cities, surf towns, wine valleys, and the dramatic southern coast.
15 December 2026 · 8 min
New Zealand South Island: A Road Trip from Christchurch to Queenstown
Mountains, glaciers, fjords, and lakes — the ultimate two-week South Island itinerary for first-time visitors.
29 December 2026 · 10 min
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