Taipei is a foodie heaven and dream destination for those who love to hike during the day and try all the different culinary treats in the evening. Taipei is the capital city of Taiwan and still not as much visited by Western tourists as other countries in Asia. I am not sure why, because Taiwan... Continue Reading →
Turkey: Istanbul & Cappadocia tips + highlights
Turkey is known for a wide range of things, Istanbul and Cappadocia are among some of the most popular "attractions". Besides that, Turkey has a very rich history, mouthwatering cuisine, incredible variety in landscapes, unique old and new architecture, beautiful beaches and very friendly people. Istanbul being the capital city, is a vibrant metropolis and... Continue Reading →
Philippines island hopping, route for 2 weeks
The Philippines is the place to be for island hopping lovers and there is plenty of island hopping to do. The country consists of more than 7000 islands of which about 2000 are inhabited. Pretty insane right? I visited the Philippines in late November 2019 and covered quite a lot of nice spots in 12... Continue Reading →
Philippines: Highlights of Bohol
Backpacking trip in the Philippines, first days in Bohol
Tokyo cool things to do on a layover
You can't imagine my happiness when I saw Tokyo on my roster without even requesting it! As an Etihad crew member I actually stayed in Narita, but this is only a bus or train ride away from Tokyo. I had been once before, but really wanted to return because Tokyo is such a vibrant city!... Continue Reading →