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How to go zero waste while traveling?
Is it possible to enjoy the joys of travel without producing waste? The answer is yes! Here's the lowdown on waste and our tips for reducing it!
Evolène Carnival: a festival not to be missed in Switzerland
Discover the traditions and characters of the incredible Evolène carnival in the Val d'Hérens.
Roadtrip in Tuscany: 1 week exploring villages and vineyards
We're taking you on a week-long roadtrip through Tuscany to discover the prettiest typical villages to visit, as well as a host of hot springs.
Hiking the Apuan Alps natural park (Alpi Apuane) in norther Tuscany
After a 2-week road trip through Liguria and Tuscany, it was slowly time for us to head back towards Switzerland. We still had a whole other week of vacation left, and had planned to discover the Apuan Alps (Alpi Apuane in...
Northern Italy road trip: Liguria – a paradise of hiking and pretty villages
Here's the story of our week-long road trip in Liguria, discovering the prettiest villages, climbing spots and, of course, hiking trails!
Visit Jura in France: hike ideas to discover the most beautiful lakes and waterfalls
Getaway in the Jura mountains to discover the most beautiful waterfalls and lakes. Our hiking itinerary ideas to get away from it all
Binntal: nature park and unspoilt valley in the Valais
A little getaway in a wild and authentic valley in the Valais: the Binntal. Right next to Aletsch, Binn is definetely off the beaten tracks
Visit Santiago de Compostela: best things to see
After our 3rd visit in Galicia, we finally made it to Compostela and here are all our best tips and addresses to visit Santiago de Compostela in Spain
Leave everything and travel around the world
Do you want to leave everything behind and go on an adventure? But something is holding you back?! It’s quite normal, you can’t leave everything and travel around the world just like that, from one day to the next....
Road trip in Spain: our itinerary ideas and useful tips to prepare for your adventure
If you’ve been following us for a while, you’ve probably noticed that we have a soft spot for Spain. Since 2018, we have been back there 4 times and if we do the math, we will have spent more than 15 months there...
Switzerland: our guide of the most beautiful panoramic trains
After our article on how to buy train tickets in Switzerland and the one dedicated to the detailed comparison of the half-fare offer with the Swiss Travel Pass, we propose you a last 100% train article: our selection of the most...
Swiss Travel Pass vs. the Half-Fare Card to visit Switzerland by train
Are you planning to visit Switzerland by train? Then first thing: excellent decision! 🙂 Swiss trains are really a unique experience and a great way to see the country (much easier than renting a car for example if you want our...
How to visit Switzerland by train on a budget: our tips
Switzerland is a very small country compared to its neighbors… However, it is probably also the country with the most trains. 🙂 Switzerland and trains are a love story, and if you decide to travel in Switzerland we can only...
Roadtrip in Switzerland: Itinerary and budget for a 7-day trip in autumn (October)
What is the budget for a roadtrip in Switzerland? We give you our figures after 7 days between Oeschinen, Aletsch and the lake of the 4 cantons
Stoos: panoramic loop via Fronalpstock and Klingenstock
An easy and stunning loop-hike from Stoos to the Fronalpstock and Klingenstock for the best view of lake Lucern and the alps.
Panoramic hike on the Brienzer Rothorn (+ a little bit of the Hardegrat)
Embark on a wonderful day on a steam train and a panoramic hiking route over Lake Brienz
Oeschinen lake (Oeschinensee): a practical guide to hike and discover one of the best lakes in Switzerland
Here is all the information you need to hike the Oeschinensee, one of our favorite lakes in Switzerland
Switzerland: the best hikes in the valley of Lauterbrunnen
We continue our little roadtrip in Switzerland by a region which is often quoted as being a must: the valley of Lauterbrunnen and its 72 waterfalls. Coming here in October (just after visiting the Oeschinen lake), we took the...
Best things to do in Bratislava, Slovakia
Bratislava is a rather unknown city for a weekend getaway in a European capital! I have known this city for almost 20 years and I have seen its evolution over time! In this article I will present you Bratislava in all its facets;...
Balcon du Mont Blanc: Hike from Finhaut to Emosson
How about a hike facing the Mont Blanc? We take you for a superb loop starting from Finhaut in direction of the lake and the dam of Emosson
Along the Ebro: from Orbaneja del Castillo to Tobera
Road trip in the north of Spain: We'll take you along the Ebro river to discover the nicest villages and hikes in the area
The north of the León province: from the Valporquero cave to the Riaño mountains
The north of the León province is not very well known. However, there are some beautiful things to discover such as the mountains of Riaño or the cave of Valporquero.
Peñalba de Santiago and Astorga: getaway in the province of León
A trip to one of the most beautiful villages in Spain; Peñalba de Santiago and a visit to the palace designed by Gaudi in Astorga
Galicia: our guide to Ponferrada and Las Medulas
Welcome to Castilla y Leon, in the northwest of Spain. We take you to discover Ponferrada and the site of Las Medulas
The Cies Islands: a unique archipelago next to Vigo in Galicia
We share with you our experience on the Cies Islands, a wonderful archipelago close to Vigo which is part of the Atlantic Islands of Galicia National Park
La Alberca, las Hurdes and the Sierra de Francia: discover western Spain
Getaway in the west of Spain: we take you hiking in the Sierra de Francia and the region of Las Hurdes. A place off the beaten track and definitely worth a visit!
Our ideas of things to do and see in (and around) the city of Toledo, Spain
After spending a few days in the region of Toledo, we share with you our favorites in this historical city which is located just a stone's throw from Madrid
Roadtrip in Andalucia: Our review and detailed travel budget after 10 weeks
10 weeks of road trip in Andalusia: it's time to take a look at our travel budget and to review of our adventure. Budget, itinerary and favorites: we tell you everything
Sierra de Cazorla: nature’s paradise in northern Andalusia
The Sierra de Cazorla is the largest protected natural area in Spain. We take you for some hikes in this magnificent nature paradise!
The Guadix region in Andalusia: its troglodyte houses and the Gorafe desert
Our big favorite in Andalusia! Spectacular desert landscapes, cave houses, dolmen... not to be missed under any circumstances
South of Spain: our ideas of things to see from Barbate to Jimena de la Frontera
Let's head for the south of Spain and more particularly the southern tip of Andalusia. In this article we take you for short hikes along the coast and in the natural park of los Arconocales.
Ronda in Andalusia: our ideas of things to do in (and around) the city
After spending a week in Ronda, we share with you this small guide of our highlights in and around the city of Ronda
The Sierra de Grazalema natural park: hiking paradise next to Ronda
The Sierra de Grazalema is a small paradise for nature lovers and hikers: we take you to our selection of the most beautiful hikes to do in the park.
The Caminito del Rey in a different way: 3 viewpoints & hikes to discover in El Chorro
The area around Caminito del Rey is a little paradise for hiking! We suggest 3 routes to take a little height!
El Torcal de Antequera: hiking paradise north of Málaga
El Torcal de Antequera is a natural park north of Málaga that is worth a visit! We take you on a hike through these karst landscapes.
La Axarquia: a region between sea and mountains just east of Malaga
La Axarquia is a region of Andalusia located east of Málaga and offers a beautiful mix of sea, mountains and white villages
Andalusia: discover Frigiliana and our hiking ideas
Frigliana is a well-known hilltop village near Málaga, but it is also a small paradise for hiking. We suggest you to follow our beautiful panoramic route
Traveling around the world in the middle of Covid: Emilie and Taylor’s experience
We asked some questions to Émilie and Taylor, a couple of backpackers who left for a round the world trip in the middle of the Covid pandemic
Nerja Caves: a practical guide to prepare your visit
50 km east of Malaga are the beautiful Nerja caves, a must-see if you come to Andalusia!
Visit Cabo de Gata-Nijar Natural Park close to Almeria
Story of our stay in the natural park of Cabo de Gata, in the south west of Andalusia. Practical advice and hiking ideas
Montserrat: interesting mountain range and monastery near Barcelona
We take you to discover the surprising Montserrat mountain range and its monastery just 1 hour from Barcelona
Roadtrip in Catalonia: From Cape Creus to the Ebro Delta
Welcome to Spain, and more precisely to Catalonia! During the winter of 2021-2022 we decided to “migrate” to the south of Europe in search of some warmth with our van. Our initial plan was to drive straight down to...
Roadtrip in Brittany: our overall impressions and budget + itinerary ideas
Review of our 2 months roadtrip in Brittany during the fall of 2021. Itinerary ideas and budget for a van trip
The most beautiful villages (and towns) we discovered in Brittany, France
After several trips to Brittany (almost 4 months), we share with you the towns and villages we liked the most during our visits in Brittany
Roadtrip in North Finistère – Brittany: best things to see and do
Our little guide to North Finistère; find here all our travel tips to discover the North coast of Brittany between Carantec and Brest.
Travelling to Graubunden: Alp Flix, Landwasser viaduct and Viamala gorges
We take you to the heart of Graubünden, to discover the Alp Flix, the Viamala gorge and the famous Landwasser viaduct
Our favorite hikes and things to do in Engadin and in the Swiss National Park
Lots of ideas for hiking and sightseeing in the beautiful Engadine region, east of Graubünden.
From the source to the Rhine Gorge, via the Caumasee and the Safiental
Roadtrip at the heart of Graubünden, to discover the source and the gorge of the Rhine but also the Caumasee, Crestasee, Il Spir, the Safiental
Graubünden: 8 days along the Alpine Circle route
8 days road trip in the Graubünden in the west of Switzerland. All our best tips to prepare your camper van trip in Switzerland.
Asturias: Road trip in the north of Spain
The Asturias region is known for its cider but also for its varied and natural landscapes. All our advices to prepare your road trip
The Rias Altas: discovering the wild northern coast of Galicia
We take you with us on a road trip through the beautiful Rias Altas and their incredible landscapes in northern Galicia
Road trip in Galicia: our favorite things to do along the Costa da Morte
This is an article about our few days spent along the Costa da Morte, the northwestern part of Galicia. Follow us on a road trip from Malpica to Muros
Ribeira Sacra: our road trip in the wine region of Galicia
We take you with us to the Ribeira Sacra, at the confluence of the Sil and Miño rivers, for a road trip between canyons and vineyards in the heart of Galicia
Ria de Vigo and Pontevedra: our hiking ideas between Bueu and Cabo de Udra
We went to explore the region between the rias of Vigo and Pontevedra with some nice discoveries like the Udra cape or the salinas of Ullo
Road trip in Galicia: 4 days from Catoira to Lanzada
Lots of ideas of things to see along the coast north of Pontevedra in Galicia. This is a summary of our wonderful 4 day road trip.
Getaway in Switzerland: Visit the Gruyere village in winter
Small winter getaway in the village of Gruyère. What's on the agenda? The incredible HR Giger museum but also a nice walk around the lake of Montsalvens.
Czech Republic: Visit Cesky Krumlov and ski at Lipno Kramolin
Account of a short 4-day stay in South Bohemia. This region in the south of the Czech Republic is probably not the best known by tourists, but it's well worth the detour. In this article, we present the family-friendly ski resort...
Anceu: a beautiful rural coliving in Galicia, northern Spain
We spent more than 4 months at the Anceu coliving in Galicia (north of Spain)... We tell you all about our experience in this blog post
Ready for Vanlife: Presenting our 4×4 Toyota proace van named “Dahu”
It took a confinement to help us decide, but in 2020 we (finally) bought our converted van. In this article we present you Dahu, our van that will follow us on many adventures.
A gourmet walk along the bisse de Clavau in the vineyards, Sion – Valais
If you’ve been reading us for a while, you certainly know that we are particularly fond of beer hikes. Well today we will give you a small alternative with the wines from the Valais region: The gourmet walk along the Bisse...
Visit the Piedmont wine region: our favourite villages and vineyards
We take you to the south of Piedmont for a short tour of the Monferrato and Langhe vineyards. Find in the article our favorite villages and wineries.
Northern Piedmont in Italy: Ivrea and the Gran Paradiso National Park
Northern Piedmont and its incredible diversity of landscapes. We will take you to the pretty little town of Ivrea but also for a few hikes in the Gran Paradiso National Park
Jura Crest Trail: from the col du Marchairuz to la Dôle
On the route of the Jura crest trail we passed the Marchairuz pass, the Mont tendre and the summit of the Dôle. All of them offer a magnificent panorama of Lake Geneva.
A beautiful hike to the Lacs de Fenêtre from the Grand Saint Bernard Pass
This is a hike between Switzerland and Italy to discover lots of beautiful mountain lakes in the swiss alps. A sporty itinerary with 3 pass in one day (and an option to go through the Pointe de Drône for an extra challenge)
Van and Fab’s round the world trip: keep on traveling despite Covid19
After 30 months of traveling around the world, Van and Fab decided to lock down in Malaysia instead of returning home to Switzerland.
Switzerland: visit the Taubenloch Gorge and hike from Frinvillier to Chasseral
A trip in French-speaking Switzerland for a hike between Frinvillier and the Vue ees Alpes pass via the Chasseral and the Taubenloch gorges.
Champex and the Val d’Arpette: our ideas for a nice weekend in Valais
Our suggestions of hikes to do from Champex-lac. Find in the article our photos, the practical information as well as the maps for the walks.
Switzerland: Which bank should you choose for a trip around the world?
This is a question that comes up VERY regularly on our blog and in e-mails: which Swiss bank should you turn to when you want to go travel around the world? When we set off on our round-the-world trip in 2013, we also asked...
Cecile and Quentin’s round-the-world trip, shortened by the Coronavirus
Cécile and Quentin were still travelling around the world when the Coronavirus happened... we asked them some questions about their experience
Briancon: our full guide to go skiing in the French Alps
Skiing in the Hautes-Alpes: in this article we introduce you a little more the resort of Briancon and the Valley of Serre-Chevalier. An overview of the nearby areas and good tips to buy your ski pass.
A full guide of our favorite things to see and do in Malaga Spain
In December we spent 5 days in Málaga to visit a friend and we took the opportunity to discover this beautiful city of Andalusia that we didn't know yet.
What to do in Malaga? Go hike el Caminito del Rey!
The caminito del rey is a hike in Andalusia that used to have the reputation of being the most dangerous path in the world... which is no longer the case at all since it has been renovated ;)
Embark on a solo round the world trip for your 40th birthday with Lao
In this interview, Lao tells us about her experience of travelling around the world. A journey she had dreamed of for a long time and that transformed her
Las Palmas for digital nomads: our monthly budget in Gran Canaria
Our opinion on Las Palmas and Gran Canaria from a digital nomad point of view. After a month living and working from a coworking space in the Canary Islands we give you our opinion and more details on the cost of living in the...
Our best places to see and things to do in Gran Canaria
After spending 1 month in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, we share with you all our favorite activities on this beautiful island of the Canaries
Backpacker experience: the round the world trip of Julia and Fabien
In this article, Julia and Fabien, 2 backpackers who traveled for 1 year between 2017 and 2018, answer our questions about the journey of their lives
From Maspalomas to Galdar: our 3-day hike in Gran Canaria
Story and information about our crossing of the island of Gran Canaria. We left Maspalomas and joined Galdar in 3 days with our tent
The most beautiful villages of the canton of Vaud to visit
What are the most beautiful villages in French-speaking Switzerland? Here is our selection of 5 villages to discover in the canton of Vaud, Switzerland
Cancelled or delayed flight compensation: our tips
Have you recently experienced a situation where your flight was cancelled at the last minute or arrived more than 3 hours late? Did you know that if this is the case, you may well be entitled to compensation? A flight delayed or...
Europe by bus: our review of Interflix Pass by Flixbus
This summer we tested for the first time to travel only with Flixbus. We went to Bulgaria via Zagreb and Budapest. What did we think of Flibus and the interflix pass? You will find more information in this article.
Le Chasseron and the gorges of Covatannaz: 2 hikes in the canton of Vaud
Looking for ideas for a hike in the canton of Vaud? we offer you 2 magnificent itineraries to do with your family (with maps and details)
Switzerland: how to visit Vallorbe and the Orbe gorges, the caves and the Dent de Vaulion
A perfect day in French-speaking Switzerland: the Gorges de l'Orbe, the caves and an evening at la dent de Vaulion. Hiking map and practical information
Bulgaria: hiking for 3 days in the Pirin National Park
A hiking itinerary in Bulgaria to discover the beautiful mountains of the Pirin National Park with 2 nights in mountain huts.
Hungary: our top tips to visit Budapest
The list of our favorite attractions and sites in Budapest. Compose your itinerary by drawing from the list + Detailed map of Budapest
Croatia: things to do in the capital city, Zagreb
If you come to Zagreb during your holidays in Croatia, here are all our best tips about the things to do and see in the Croatian capital
Backpacking Turkey: our travel tips for your itinerary and travel budget
Travelling independently and backpacking in Turkey is a wonderful adventure that we highly recommend. All our itinerary and budget advice in this new blog post
Best spots to see hot air balloons in Cappadocia at sunrise
All our advice and good spots to enjoy the hot air balloons of Cappadocia far from the crowds.
Things to do in Cappadocia: our top picks
Cappadocia is a popular tourist destination in Turkey and it is easy to understand why. After 6 days there we share all our good tips
Konya and Sille: a glimpse of traditional Turkey
Visit to the city of Konya and Sille in Turkey. What to see? We give you our advice and information to see the whirling dervish for free
Top things to do around Fethiye and Kas in Turkey
After spending 2 weeks between the cities of Fethiye and Kas in southern Turkey, here is our list of top things to do in that area.
Lycian Way trekking: From Alinca to Patara Beach
3 days of hiking along the turquoise coast in Turkey on the paths of the Lycian Way. A magnificent trek to do at least once in your life
Thy Lycian Way hike in Turkey: from Fethiye to Kabak
We take you with us on the first 3 days of the Lycian way in Turkey and we give you lots of information to prepare this trek as well as possible
Places to visit in Turkey: Pamukkale – the cotton castle & Hierapolis
Visit Pamukkale and Hierapolis independently and avoid the crowds! This guide will tell you all our best spots to take good pictures with less people.
Turkey travel guide: visit Ephesus and the village of Sirince
Our practical travel guide to visit Ephesus (that was one of the most important city of the roman empire) and the cute little village of Sirince.
Travel to Turkey: Things to do in Izmir
Izmir is the third biggest Turkish city, yet it is quite unknown. In this article we share our best travel tips about things to do in Izmir as well as our best addresses for food and drinks
How to travel around the world: our complete guide
Planning a round-the-world trip (or long-distance trip) is not necessarily a small task! It can even be scary at first! You certainly ask yourself tons of questions like: Does this sound familiar to you? We reassure you right...
Northern France: visit Lille with its street art and craft beer culture
Discover another side of Lille by walking the streets in search of street art and get refreshed with the best craft beers in France.
Things to do in Tenerife – Our top picks
We spent 4 months on Tenerife and share our list of top things to do on this beautiful canary island. Tenerife has something magical, and we ended up staying much longer as expected... this is definitively a place one never wants...
Best hikes in Tenerife: our top choices
What are the best hikes on Tenerife? After spending a bit over 4 months on this beautiful island we share our favorite spots to go hike without seeing to many tourists.