Japan can also be Mediterranean
The Setouchi region on Japan’s Inland Sea comprises seven prefectures and is still more of an insider’s tip than a must-see on a trip to Japan.
Travel
Encounters with people and the discovery of regional peculiarities are the focus of our travels. Research often leads us to a second level in the story, providing historical, scientific, social or political insights. If you are just looking for information on a particular destination, you should definitely enter via the countries page. Then everything we have ever written about a country is presented, no matter how absurd, such as the Icelandic leader sheep or the eating habits in the Japanese Kabuki theater.
Kawaii. Oh how cute!
Kawaii is an expression of pop culture in Japan and its superstar Hello Kitty. The fan base is growing as the projection screens for the cute kitten
Travel to Japan possible again
Tourists are welcome in Japan again. Corona pandemic entry restrictions lifted. Latest tips.
Holland and the Hanseatic League
Rich history and plenty of enjoyment – that’s what the nine Dutch Hanseatic cities stand for. From April 2023, the cities will revive the old Hanseatic League.
Digital Detox in Ticino
In the village of Cerentino you can stay in the historic patrician house Cà Vegia, with copper boiler, soapstone stove and without electricity.
Mourèze – beautiful and spectacular
In a remarkable landscape of France, the starting point for walks is the village of Mourèze, where you can discover expressive works of art
Footpath to the Moulins-de-la-Foux
On a hike through the gorge of Navacelles to an ancient mill, you casually learn how rural life was a thousand years ago
Palace of the Popes in Avignon
The Gothic Papal Palace of the southern French city of Avignon conveys its historical significance. Exhibitions and events bring culture to life.
Cyprus. The divided island and its ghost town
The tourist stronghold on the Mediterranean Sea was a restricted military area since 1974 and the buildings have fallen into disrepair. A touching experience, because war is again a reality in Europe.
No trip without a monument
On the occasion of the International Day of the Monument, which is celebrated every year on April 18, we have compiled a small selection
Travel for a better world
People from wealthy countries afford themselves the luxury of a trip. In many vacation destinations around the world, people live at subsistence level without a day off a year.
Rituals from around the world
Rituals are often solemn and festive. Their ceremony may have a secular or religious background. Many rituals are now part of the cultural heritage of their respective countries.
