Category: Allgemein
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West Papua and the Spice Islands: a journey to paradise
Imagine boarding a boat and sailing through turquoise waters surrounded by green islands that sparkle like gemstones in the sea. This or something similar could be used to describe Raja Ampat, one of the last paradises on earth. Raja Ampat is an archipelago in the Indian Ocean consisting of over 1,500 small islands, skerries and…
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The Azores – the Hawaii of Europe!
A remote archipelago in the middle of the ocean, thousands of kilometers from the mainland, characterized by volcanic landscapes, lush green vegetation, wild waterfalls and rugged rocky coasts. No, we are not talking about Hawaii, but about the Azores, an archipelago of nine small islands in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, which rise out…
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Hanifaru Bay – one of the best manta spots in the world!
It is widely known that the Maldives are one of the world’s best diving destinations for encounters with big fish. Reef sharks, turtles, tuna and barracudas are part of the standard program of every dive. However, there is also a very special, globally unique spot here, which is one of the most spectacular natural wonders…
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The deserted airplanes of Umm Al Quwain
A trip back to December 2016 Having a little reunion with my university friends in Middle East a few years ago, I was invited to spend new years eve 2016-2017 in my very close friend’s place in Dubai. Arriving in Dubai, he informed me about an exciting surprise waiting for us. Together with some friends…
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Germany’s most breathtaking lake
Heading to the very south of Germany in Bavaria, just a few kilometers before reaching the border towards Austria, one of the country’s most beautiful natural spots is hiding at the foot of Mt. Zugspitze (2.962 m; Germany highest mountain). After following a small road from Grainau village through the dark forests, you will reach…
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The beautiful south-west of Mauritius
When winter season starts taking over the weather in Europe and temperatures falling below freezing point, many European sun seekers tend to escape the cold days and fly to the south. For many years already, the island of Mauritius is very popular for winter holidays, since local summer season starts in November and lasts until…
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The Lost Trains of Thessaloniki
When you think of Greece, ancient ruins and beautiful seaside locations immediately spring to mind. But Greece is also an excellent country when it comes to lost places from the last few decades. With over 300,000 inhabitants, Thessaloniki is the second largest city in Greece and is home to one of the largest train cemeteries…
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Hiking Mt. Olympus, Greece
October 2023 After arriving at Thessaloniki Airport SKG, it takes approximately 1.5 – 2 hours driving to reach Mt. Olympus National Park. The easiest way to get there is by rental car. You can either start the tour at Litchoro village (ELEV 293 m) or, if you just have limited time, drive up to Prionia…
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