The streets of Paraguay
I used to place Egypt quite high on the paradox list, since the country has are a lot of signs reading “Egypt – the land of peace”, while a stern guard carrying an automatic weapon stands in front of the very sign.
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At the Igauzu waterfalls
The Iguazu falls are located along the Iguazu River, between the border of Brazil and Argentina. There are over 275 waterfalls at this beautiful site, spread along a three kilometer crescent which claims to be among the most dramatic waterfalls in the world.
Lost in São Paulo
We thanked our driver for the ride and got out of the car somewhere in São Paulo. After having a look at our paper map, we walked briskly in a random direction towards what we believed to be civilization.
Smelling the croissants in Paris
Paris is one of the great cities on the planet. Even though I’ve been here before, there is always so much to do and experience. Revisit the classics or find new gems, the choice is yours.
A fistful of haggis
As we drove south from Glasgow, I had many things on my mind for this odyssey through Great Britain all the way down to Brighton. Walk around the lakes of Lake District. Stay in a castle with almost proper plumbing.
One night in Bangkok
Khao San Road is one of the most infamous streets in Asia. I walked slowly through a hurricane of aggressive street vendors and choking clouds from mystery meat grills, while trying to dodge the crazy tuk-tuk drivers seemingly coming from nowhere.
Diving at the Similan Islands
The Similan Islands are located in the Andaman Sea, off the west coast of Thailand. There are nine of them and all are covered in dense tropical jungle vegetation, but I’m more interested in the things below the surface.
Finding the beach in Phi Phi Islands
Thailand is one of the most popular backpacker destinations in the world. People arrive in droves to eat the delicious food, enjoy the sun and take a swim in the beautiful beaches.
The temples of Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai is the biggest city of northern Thailand, but far more friendly than it’s chaotic sibling Bangkok. The traffic is crazy as expected, and of course you have the tuk-tuks.
Lonely day in Helsinki
What can you do if you happen to be alone in Helsinki on a Saturday evening? I took a walk to the Senate Square, sat down on the stairs of the white cathedral and enjoyed the sunset while the crew of band Leningrad Cowboys were building their stage in the square below.