Industrial Heritage Route in the Ruhr area: A bicycle guide
The Ruhr Area in the western part of Germany is a puzzling region. It is by far the most densely …
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The Van Nelle Factory in Rotterdam – an icon of modernist industrial design
We’ve developed a bit of a tradition: after celebrating Christmas with family in Cologne, we take a small sightseeing detour …
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Vegetarian food in Rwanda – a guide for vegetarian travellers
During our three-week adventure in Rwanda, we explored the country not only through its stunning landscapes and warm hospitality. We …
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Hidden Christian Sites in Japan: A journey through the Nagasaki region and the Goto Islands
Japan is a mostly Buddhist and Shintoist country with very few Christians. However, it does have a long history of …
The Western Desert in Egypt – our 5-day adventure
The Western Desert in Egypt is a vast expanse of seemingly endless sand. But don’t be fooled – it is …
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Travelling in Saudi Arabia – Thoughts and experiences
We travelled independently through Saudi Arabia for three weeks, covering 4000 kilometres of desert terrain. Travelling in Saudi Arabia as …
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The year 2024 in review – Westwards travel highlights
Time is flying, another year ends, and it is time to look back on our travels over the last year, …
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Travels on the Goto Islands – Japanese Island-hopping
The Goto Islands, off the coast of Kyushu, Japan, are a remote and rugged archipelago with a rich history. The …
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Visit Hegra (Madain Saleh) – a Nabataean UNESCO site in Al Ula
The rose-red sandstone formations of Al Ula, with their mesmerizing colours and fairytale shapes, are a visual feast in the …
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Vegetarian food in Eritrea – a guide for vegetarian travellers
When we travelled to Eritrea in 2020, we were aware that it is a rather poor country. And accordingly, we …
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