Machu Picchu in Peru is one of the seven wonders of the world. The Lost City is surrounded by green tropical vegetation and steep mountain ranges, this 15th century Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu meets every expectation. This 2,430 meter high Inca city is spectacular; the Spanish didn’t even discovered and conquered it and was only discovered in 1911 by … Read More
Cusco Capital of the Incas
Cusco is the archaeological capital of the Americas, gateway to Machu Picchu, Spanish influenced cathedrals, Inca temples, cobblestone streets and traditional Andean women. The atmosphere in Cusco is very pleasant, despite the many tourist it still feels comfortable and relaxed. You can feel and see the rich history of this Inca capital and not only in Cusco but in the … Read More
Volcanic Arequipa and Cañón del Colca
I liked Arequipa a lot, great colonial atmosphere and vibe in the city, with the volcanoes Chachani, Misti and Pichu Pichu in background. Nice and good boutique hotels, shops and restaurants. The Cañón del Colca is located 165 km away from Arequipa and is a very impressive natural highlight in Peru. Seeing the condors fly on the thermal in the deepest valley … Read More
Lake Titicaca and Puno
Lake Titicaca is the largest highest lake in the world; 3.812 meters! The lake doesn’t look like a lake more like an ocean with even small waves! It is located in the Andes on the border of Bolivia and Peru and is the largest lake in South America. They found ruins of underwater temples of 1.500 years old. In and … Read More
Inspirations to Change your Lifestyle
I had a very inspiring presentation from Tamara de Weijer. Some background on Doctor de Weijer, doctor indeed she is a general practitioner. But what was it that triggered me in this 1,5 hour session was the way she presented it; very honest and vulnerable but with some shocking facts and results. She started with the words from Hippocrates; “Let … Read More
Cauliflower Pizza Crust with Tuna
After my 10 days of Sport Fasting I want to eat all healthy again, with a lot of veggies and low in carbs. Days are getting colder and shorter, time to get into the kitchen and prepare myself some healthy comfort food: PIZZA TIME!!! But not with normal wheat dough, that will too much carbs at the moment, but with … Read More
Sailing Ancient Delos
The Cyclades name comes from the Greek ‘kyklos” which means circle, Delos the sacred island is the center of this Cyclades archipelago. Delos is located next to Mykonos and easy to visit in a day trip. In this travel blog tips, inspirations and information on Delos, Greece. Delos Background Delos is one of the most important historical, mythological and archaeological … Read More
Tips before you travel to the Greek Cyclades
In this travel blog information, tips and inspirations on the Greek Cyclades islands. Greece has the roots of the Western culture; the place where the Olympians first competed and don’t forget the rich mythology and the ancient buildings with massive marble sculptures. But not only culture lovers will love Greece, the nature is stunning too; rock formations, picture perfect beaches, … Read More
Route for two weeks Cyclades including Athens
The Greek islands of the Cyclades have it all!! Beautiful nature with rugged rock formations (Milos and Santorini), azure blue sea, picture perfect white beaches, traditional white villages with blue-domed churches, ancient archaeological sites (Athens and Delos) and all in sunny warm weather with blue skies. Next to that, taste the traditional Greek food with fish and meat with fresh … Read More
Idyllic Ios
Ios is known as the Cyclades party island, but not in September to be honest. The island was quiet, peaceful, relaxed and I loved it! It was a shock for me, no Santorini crowds. I hired a motorbike and crossed the countryside and run into goats, honey boxes, deserted beaches and dramatic views during that day. I can’t tell how … Read More