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Furano Lavender Fields at Farm Tomita – Hokkaido in July

by Lena Scheidler | Feb 6, 2019 | Uncategorized

Furano, the Navel of Hokkaido (so called because of its location in the center of Hokkaido) is very popular with tourists from Japan and also other Asian countries in Summer. It is a perfect day trip from Hokkaido’s biggest city Sapporo. Especially in July when...

How 3 Months Backpacking Latin America Became 16

by Lena Scheidler | Feb 3, 2019 | RTW Travel Planning

This is a guest post written by Julie from Why not Ju She traveled around Latin America for 16 months and had a really amazing experience doing so.If you are still looking for inspiration on what to do during your one year trip read what Julie has to say. I asked her...

Nina Out and About’s Accidental Europe Adventure

by Lena Scheidler | Jan 22, 2019 | RTW Travel Planning

This is a guest post by Nina from Nina Out and About about her 8 months trip in Europe (and a couple of other places). I asked her to describe her trip, travel style, and budget, to share her biggest challenge and one thing she learned from traveling. She shared 5...

What Travel Teaches You – Benefits of Traveling Around the World

by Lena Scheidler | Jan 12, 2019 | RTW Travel Planning

This post is here to convince you to travel around the world. Most of us don’t really need convincing to understand that traveling is a great privilage and that we want to do more of it.There are many reasons why you should travel the world. Because there are...

My Perfect Kamakura Day Trip Itinerary from Tokyo

by Lena Scheidler | Jan 7, 2019 | Uncategorized

If you have spent some time in Tokyo (find more information on how to spend 5 days in Tokyo) and searched out all the off the beaten path destinations within the city, and like me, you crave some fresh air, some nature and a little bit of relaxation, then it’s time to...

The Best Travel Pillow for Long Haul Flights – Trtl Travel Pillow

by Lena Scheidler | Jan 4, 2019 | Products & Services

Are you looking for a new travel pillow? Then you should have a look at the best travel pillow for long haul flights, the Trtl Travel Pillow. It supports your head and let’s you sleep in comfort in any seat and with any headrest. It’s design is revolutionary and one of a kind.

Taking the CTM Bus in Morocco – Buy CTM Tickets, Find CTM Bus Stations & Go

by Lena Scheidler | Dec 30, 2018 | Destinations

If you want to travel between the cities of Morocco, there are many different options. Some cities can be reached by train, others only by local bus or shared taxi. If you want comfort and are willing to pay a little bit more than the locals, then going by bus might...

Taking the Train from Bangkok to Ayutthaya for Almost Nothing

by Lena Scheidler | Dec 23, 2018 | Destinations

After exploring just a little bit of Bangkok (read my full 5 days Bangkok itinerary here), I wanted to do a day trip to Ayutthaya, which used to be the capital of the Kingdom of Ayutthaya until about 300 years ago.So, I had to ask myself how to get to Ayutthaya from...

Is There an ATM in Zanzibar? and Other Money-Related Questions for Your Trip to Zanzibar

by Lena Scheidler | Dec 10, 2018 | Destinations

You are in Zanzibar and have run out of money. It happens. But now the questions: Where is the next ATM? How much transaction fee can I expect? Or should I better exchange some money? Find all the answers here!

RTW Travel Revelations: There are Mangos in Africa?

by Lena Scheidler | Dec 4, 2018 | Destinations

Did you realize there are mangos in Africa? Literally growing at every corner in some countries. How did I never realize this before coming to Africa. Find out what mangos in Africa look like, taste like and how much they cost in this first instalment of RTW Travel Revelations.

Furano Lavender Fields at Farm Tomita – Hokkaido in July

How 3 Months Backpacking Latin America Became 16

Nina Out and About’s Accidental Europe Adventure

What Travel Teaches You – Benefits of Traveling Around the World

My Perfect Kamakura Day Trip Itinerary from Tokyo

The Best Travel Pillow for Long Haul Flights – Trtl Travel Pillow

Taking the CTM Bus in Morocco – Buy CTM Tickets, Find CTM Bus Stations & Go

Taking the Train from Bangkok to Ayutthaya for Almost Nothing

Is There an ATM in Zanzibar? and Other Money-Related Questions for Your Trip to Zanzibar

RTW Travel Revelations: There are Mangos in Africa?

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