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22.01.2019 16:34

The magic ancient Nabataean town of Petra

For many individuals Jordan begins and ends with the magic ancient Nabataean town of Petra. And it is true, Petra is without doubt one of the Middle East’s most spectacular, unmissable sights, battling it out with Machu Picchu or Angkor Wat for the title of the world’s most dramatic “lost city”. Yet there is so much more to see in Jordan – ruined Roman cities,...

14.01.2019 16:57

Djibouti, a beautiful little country in northeastern Africa

Djibouti, a beautiful little country in northeastern Africa ... In fact, the third smallest state on the continent. Also known as French Somalia, it was a colony until 1977 when it became an independent state. Officially spoken languages are French and Arabic. The two main ethnic groups constituting the population of Djibouti are the tribes of Isa and Afar, the language of the latter being...

07.01.2019 20:35

What is hidden behind the present name of Iran?

Ancient cities, some still thriving in the modern age and some abandoned millennia ago, testify to the key role played by this proud land between East and West. Names like Persepolis and Isfahan resonate down the centuries. Antiquity, crowned with ups and downs, centuries of cultural and secular dominance, with centuries of material and spiritual decline - Iran, one of the descendants of the...

02.01.2019 11:30

Ethiopia - Salt and Fire

Ethiopia is an African country, located on the eastern part of the continent. It is landlocked and borders Somalia – to the east and southeast, Djibouti – to the east, Eritrea – to the northeast, Sudan and South Sudan to the northwest and southwest, as well as Kenya to the south. Ethiopia is among the biggest countries in Africa - # 10 in the list, and 27th place on the list of...

27.12.2018 15:23

Antigua – a colorful jewel, nested at the foot of an active volcano

If you are planning to roam in Central America, there is one place that you’ll see marked as a must go in every travel blog, magazine, guide book or whatever your source of inspiration and information is. This would be the charming, colonial town of Antigua, situated only 45 km away from the current capital of Guatemala. If you already have you flight tickets for Guatemala booked,...

17.12.2018 15:35

Gambia – the smallest country in Africa

Can you imagine that somewhere in 21st century people still vote by putting stones in a basket and until 2016 the president was officially referred to as Sheikh, Professor, Doctor, President (according to BBC he even added an extra title - “chief bridge builder” for reasons that are far to surreal to explain here). This country is commonly known as Gambia, although the official name...

11.12.2018 13:56

Cuba: an island country that consists of numerous archipelagos

Located in the Caribbean Sea, it is an island country that consists of numerous archipelagos. Cuba’s population is 11.1 million people. Havana, which is Cuba’s capital has a population of 2.1 million citizens. The total area of Cuba is 109,884 square kilometers making it the 105th largest country in the world. The official language as in the most countries in the region is...

03.12.2018 14:44

Cambodia: Culture and Sugar-white Sandy Beaches

Cambodia is bordering Thailand to the west, Laos to the north, Vietnam to the east and the Gulf of Thailand to the southwest. Territory of Cambodia is 180 000 sq.km., ranked 89th in the world, with population of around 16 million (ranked 71st ). History of Cambodia begins in the 9th century, with the rise of Khmer or Angkor Empire. It reached its zenith in the 12th century, when the largest and...

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04.07.2025 14:46

A Journey to the Wakhan Corridor in Afghanistan: Challenging, But Worth It

In a world where even the most remote destinations seem to have been mapped, photographed, and posted, it's rare to find a place that still feels truly undiscovered. But tucked away in the far northeast corner of Afghanistan, the Wakhan Corridor remains one of the last frontiers of authentic exploration. Flanked by the towering Hindu Kush and the Pamir Mountains, the Wakhan Corridor is not a...

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Everything you need to know about travelling to Cameroon and Central African Republic: Essential travel information (Q&A with our tour leader)

We just got back from an unforgettable journey through Cameroon and the Central African Republic, and we’re still buzzing from the experience. It was an adventure in the truest sense - bouncing along remote dirt roads in sturdy 4x4s, deep in the Central African rainforest, where every turn reveals something incredible—lush green landscapes, curious children running out to greet us,...

12.02.2025 07:47

Into the Heart of Africa: A Journey Through the Central African Republic

Some places pull you in with their beauty, others with their mystery. The Central African Republic (CAR) does both. It’s not a country you stumble into—it’s a place you choose, a place that challenges and rewards in equal measure. Our journey took us through its bustling capital, deep into the jungle, across colonial relics, and to breathtaking waterfalls, but more than...

24.01.2025 06:56

Îles du Salut, French Guiana: Paradise with a Past (What You Need to Know About Visitng the Islands)

Just off the coast of French Guiana, the Îles du Salut (Salvation Islands) shimmer like emerald jewels in the Atlantic, enticing travelers with their beauty and enigmatic past. The name might suggest refuge, but for most who came here, salvation was the furthest thing from reality. The islands were so named because they offered a safe haven from the deadly diseases that ravaged French Guiana's...