Stumbling in Hampi
“Oh, you have to go to Hampi!” exclaimed Anthony, an American long term traveler during our stay in Iran in July.
8 Useful Android Apps for Long Term Travel (and What to Do With Them)
Ah, smart phones. They’ve permanently changed the way we travel, but they don’t help much if you don’t know what to do with them. Here are some free Android apps that I’ve found very helpful during my months on the road.
My Stay in Zostel Gokarna
After over two months of traveling, I’ve had moments when I’ve been bored with the monotonous cycle of moving from one place to the next. Then I found Gokarna, my new favorite place in the world that reminded me why I’m traveling.
Monsoon Travel in Kerala, South India
Many travelers have strong opinions about India. They either love it or hate it, or feel both of the things at the same time. After a week in Kerala, Southern India, I started to understand why.
5 Reasons Why I Recommend Visiting Eastern and Central Europe
Only a few countries of the former Eastern Bloc have become popular tourist destinations after the end of the Cold War. At the beginning of my trip around the world, I spent 6 weeks traveling through Eastern and Central Europe. Here are 5 reasons why I think more travelers should visit the post-communist East.
The Wrong Season to Visit United Arab Emirates
There were no direct flights from Iran to India. Instead, I’d have to wait for countless of hours in an airport in Dubai or some other country of the Arabian peninsula. Heck, I thought. I might as well stay in United Arab Emirates for a few days.
Impressions from a Guided Tour of Iran
At the beginning of June, I spent one week on a guided tour in Iran. Here are my impressions about the country after the visit.
Things to Do on Long Train Journeys
Trains offer a relatively comfortable, cheap and environmentally friendly way of transport all around the world. Still, long train journeys can get tedious. Here are a few ways to fight the dullness.
Sleepless in Istanbul
I had delayed my arrival in Istanbul in the aftermath of the Atatürk Airport attack. Instead of staying in the city for three nights, I now had only one day to experience Istanbul. This is what I noticed during one long morning around the city.
Sofia and the Fellowship of Travelers
After the Atatürk Airport terrorist attack, I decided to delay my departure to Istanbul and go to Sofia, Bulgaria, for two nights instead. Besides a beautiful historical city, I also witnessed the generosity of other travelers.