Torres del Paine is one of the must-visit places in Chilean Patagonia, and it definitely was one of the highlights of our trip around South America. And although it’s rather remote, there are several options on how to get to Torres del Paine. The most convenient ones are flying down to Patagonia – Punta Arenas,…
Staying in a ryokan in Hakone with private onsen was one of the best experiences we had in Japan. There’s subtle luxury, traditional Japanese hospitality and culture, incredibly tasty food (kaiseki is something else when you’re in a ryokan)… There are just so many things that I loved about our experience! Since prices of hotels…
Did you know that there are penguins in Punta Arenas? I didn’t! When we were (well, Michal actually was) planning our trip to Patagonia, he mentioned that we could go on a penguin-watching tour. I was shocked! For me penguins = Antarctica. But no, there are penguins in South America, too, and it’s actually quite…
There are different activities in Torres del Paine National Park in Chilean Patagonia for different tastes and levels of physical ability. You can, obviously, do hiking – there are many trails that don’t require overnight stays in a tent or even a high level of endurance. There are even guided glacier hikes available! But there…
Travellers are not exactly known for liking big and bulky gifts. They are people who’d rather choose something small and useful – that is to say, things that make the perfect travel stocking stuffers. Whether you’re looking for the best travel stocking stuffers or just small travel gifts, there are some things that you should…
San Marco is one of the most popular neighbourhoods in Venice, and it’s for a very good reason. It has most of the things that you’d actually would like to see in Venice. So, obviously, San Marco is one of the most convenient neighbourhoods to stay in Venice. And luckily, there are quite a few…
If you’re thinking of doing a one-day trip to Hakone, this Fuji Hakone pass itinerary – also known as the Hakone circuit or Hakone loop – is exactly what you’re looking for. We have made – and actually done – this Hakone loop itinerary. It covers most of the must-see spots in Hakone and can…
If it’s going to be your first time in Japan, get ready for quite the culture shock. Japan – a place of immense beauty and incredible culture. Where the newest advancements in technology meet centuries-old traditions. It’s so different from the rest of the world! That’s why we’ve put together a sort of “Japan Travel…
Dolomites in April can be a hit and miss. Well, even Dolomites in spring, really. These mountains in the north of Italy are, well, mountains, which means that there is quite an equal chance of warm weather and snowy everything. I knew this very well when planning my trip to Dolomites with my friend. It…
There are so many great places to visit near Venice, Italy. If you’re looking for day trips from Venice or even short breaks, you have a lot to choose from! There’s the sea, there are mountains, cities and towns, and you can even go abroad! So if you’re still wondering what other places to add…