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 oder the eating habits in the Japanese Kabuki theater.

Pullman City near Chicago

The history of comfortable rail travel began in 1880 on the Chicago prairie. To this day, the name Pullman stands for luxurious travel worldwide

Legendary train routes

Traveling by train – sometimes it’s not just the scenery that is the star, but the train itself. Three examples from Switzerland, Scotland and Sri Lanka

Open House Chicago

At the end of October, it’s time again for Open House Chicago. Spectacular buildings open their doors for a weekend. Thousands of volunteers make the free event possible

Summer on the mountain pasture

Go up to come down: There is no cell phone reception on the Filzmoosalm in Grossarltal, but great potential for relaxation

Stockholm’s secret eye-catchers

A guided tour by locals is the key to often overlooked sights in a city. A plea for guided tours

The talking stones of Uppsala

Rune stones can be entertaining. In Uppsala, magnificent examples can be found in the university park and tell of the life of the Vikings

Cult and culture in Uppsala

Uppsala, scene of the Viking Age, center of power of the church and royal house as well as a place of science and today an exciting travel destination in Sweden

Potsdam and the German dream factory

Babelsberg is a household name in Hollywood. The German dream factory holds several records in cinema history. The Potsdam Film Museum is also worth a visit

Mackinac Island in Lake Huron

The ban on automobiles made the Michigan island a place of longing 150 years ago. The ride into the past begins with a trip in a speedboat

Chicago Riverwalk & Pedway

There are over 400 skyscrapers in Chicago. In addition to the architecture above ground, there are remarkable constructions below ground. About two attractions that are exclusively for pedestrians

Good vibes from Detroit

What defines Detroit today is the unreal feeling that arises when you discover the large and small projects of revitalization. The city that was on its knees is reinventing itself

Highlights in Detroit – the classics

Bang! Joe Lewis’ fist also stands for Detroit’s new clout as a top travel destination in the USA

Bethlehem f’Għajnsielem on Gozo

The live nativity scene on Malta’s sister island of Gozo is a popular Christmas destination. During Advent, an entire village is on its feet to bring the biblical Bethlehem to life

Caspar David Friedrich in Dresden

On the 250th birthday of the famous painter, Dresden and Saxon Switzerland offer a brilliant program. Culture and nature combine in the spirit of Romanticism

Georgia’s turbulent history

Persians, Mongols, Turks and Russians wanted to rule over Georgia, whose capital Tbilisi was completely destroyed 26 times. A visit to a self-confident country

Thawale Lodge in Majete

The lodge is located in the middle of the Majete Wildlife Reserve. Starting point for game drives, bird watching and Cheetah tracking

Bush Experience Kutchire Lodge

Eco-lodge perfectly located in Liwonde National Park and on the Shire River, offers game drives, boat safaris and village walks

Special hotels in Lilongwe

Malawi in Southeast Africa is still considered an insider tip for Africa travelers. Already in the capital Lilongwe there are special accommodations

Vacation at Lake Malawi

The lake is as big as an ocean. On its shores there are beautiful accommodations embedded in nature. Two examples from the Lake of Stars

Salzburg’s Monastery Worlds

Two monastery worlds, one old town. Tradition and beer at Augustiner Bräu in Mülln Monastery. Gourmet cuisine and wine at the Stiftskulinarium

Nicosia. City with border experience

The circular city center of Nicosia has had a crack in it since 1964. The Green Line runs through the middle of the winding streets. Border crossings are possible

Neuzelle Monastery. The baroque miracle

Neuzelle Monastery survived raids, fires and entire system changes. The name seems to be the program. An astonishing amount of new things are still being created

Experience whales in Iceland

There is no whaling in Iceland anymore. Instead, whale watching is booming. The Whale Museum in Húsavík participates in the exploration of the gentle giants

Mysterious Royston Cave

Five theories still vie for interpretive authority over the Christian and pagan graffiti in a cave under the sidewalk in the village of Royston near Cambridge

Avignon, the popes and a lot of theater

A visit to the Palais des Papes is worthwhile. The Unesco World Heritage Site offers a vivid look at the time as a papal residence, also thanks to modern museum technology

Hof van Twente on the Overijssel

On a tour of discovery by bike. The gardens of Twente are located just behind Enschede, on the German-Dutch border

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.

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

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.

Varosha ghost town

The tourist stronghold on the Mediterranean has been a restricted military area since 1974 and the buildings have fallen into disrepair. A touching experience, because war is once 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.

Lumbung leitmotif of documenta fifteen

documenta 2022 is based on the values of Indonesian village communities. Photo gallery: What does a Lumbung look like? What shapes life in the island nation?

The documenta in Kassel

In 2022, the 15th documenta will take place in Kassel. The art exhibition has become a place for debates on contemporary art and current sociopolitical contexts.

In Alsace on foot from hotel to hotel

The concept of Horizons d’Alsace sounds like it was created during the Covid pandemic to cater to the wanderlust and love of nature

Glamping and Hide Aways

Travel greener and be close to nature? Instead of camping, there’s glamping, a night in the barrel or digital detox in a patrician house without electricity. Deceleration guaranteed.

Special hotels

Innovative hotel concepts: Restaging old stock with modernity and a dash of art: a look at Devonshire, Kassel, Luxembourg and Poznan.

Esch-sur-Alzette is Capital of Culture

ESCH2022 with a concentrated cultural program: The university campus is being built on an industrial wasteland. Hiking trails over red earth open up a biosphere reserve

Country outing in the heart of Denmark

Geologically, the island of Funen is a flooded ice age landscape. Instead of flat marshland you get a rolling hilly landscape

A trip to Saint Chamond

The Partnership Association Grevenbroich offers a trip to Saint Chamond at the end of May 2022. A preview and travel info.

Hoge Veluwe National Park in Gelderland

Otterlo is one of three entrances to the Hoge Veluwe National Park. The World Heritage of the Netherlands has world-class nature and art to offer

Hotel Hohenwart high above Merano

In addition to the magnificent panoramic location and despite its size, it is above all the people who make the Hotel Hohenwart in South Tyrol a special place

On the road in the Danish South Sea

On a hike through the South Fyn Archipelago, we admire not only nature, but also progress. Fiber optics are being laid to the last farm.

Heath village Visperterminen

In the Upper Valais at an altitude of 1,150 meters and framed by the highest Swiss mountains grows the Heida wine This grape variety gives the place its nickname

Luxembourg – City full of contrasts

The city, which has the same name as the whole country, is also the cultural and economic center. There are museums, theaters and traces of history everywhere

Bad Kissingen is a Unesco World Heritage Site

The great spas of Europe flourished in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Bad Kissingen became famous for its healing waters, drinking cures and bathhouses

Otto von Bismarck in Bad Kissingen

Prince Otto von Bismarck, the first Chancellor of the German Reich from 1871 to 1890, held office in the spa town for a total of 66 weeks

The rich history of Bulgaria

Bulgaria is an exciting country with a lot to discover. The cost of living is based on the Bulgarian income ratios

Luxembourg City: Culture and Architecture

Did you know that 170 nations live in Luxembourg City? Luxembourg is colorful and diverse. The Old Town and the fortress on the Bockfelsen are Unesco World Heritage Sites.

Green hiking country Luxembourg

The Grand Duchy offers hikers around 3,500 kilometers of signposted trails. The Move-We Carry luggage service makes multi-day tours easy!

Iceland, where wasabi grows

Wasabi is a demanding plant. Two Icelandic engineers boldly choose the Japanese pungent ingredient to create Iceland’s first export vegetable

Flamenco in Les-Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer

Every year in May it gets crowded in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer. Roma families make a pilgrimage to Black Sara. Flamenco of the Camargue Gitanos resounds in the narrow streets

The green Muggio Valley in Ticino

The sparsely populated Valle di Muggio above Lake Lugano is the southernmost valley in Ticino. Chestnut forest alternates with dry meadows and orchards

Sion: city – country – wine

Valais is the largest wine-growing region in Switzerland. Whether on a city tour, an e-bike tour or hiking tours, Valais wine is always a big topic

Waldeck in the Upper Palatinate

Once Waldeck was situated between Franconia and Bohemia on a trade route, which today is a hiking and biking route. A vacation resort with nature experiences for city dwellers

The small islands of Malta and Gozo

Malta and the neighboring island of Gozo offer a lot in a small area. Greeks called Malta the navel of the sea. Knights of St. John built it into a strong fortress

Bougainville: Emergence of a Nation

In 2019, the population of the former German colony of Bougainville voted for independence from Papua New Guinea with a majority of 98 percent.

Pamir stage of the Silk Road

Silk gave it its name. Many things were traded on the Silk Road. The Chinese offered silk to the Kyrgyz in exchange for good horses.

Airplane wreckage deep in the jungle

In the jungle of the Pacific island of Bougainville lies the wreckage of the plane of the Japanese General Yamamoto, who was responsible for the attack on Pearl Harbor

Basel on the Rhine

The Swiss border and trading city of Basel is home to Switzerland’s oldest university, 46 museums and has served as a refuge for many a maverick thinker

Meeting in Papua New Guinea

The island nation of Papua New Guinea is considered the country with the greatest cultural diversity in the world. About Polynesian deep-sea sailors and traces of cannibalism

Fujinomiya, city at the foot of Mount Fuji

Sake, Soba, Satoyama. Three typical Japanese terms can be associated with the visit to Fujinomiya, the city closest to the sacred Mount Fuji.

Caribbean weekend in Grenada

Weekend tip for the Caribbean island of Grenada: conquer the island on a cross-country run on Saturday and get carried away at a gospel service on Sunday

Design and view at Dunloe Hotel

Located on Ireland’s most famous gorge in County Kerry at the Gap of Dunloe, this hotel is one of “Ireland’s Best Designed Hotels”. The view to the south is magnificent

Japan – Destinations around Mount Fuji

Shizuoka Prefecture fulfills travel preferences with a desire for more distance and nature. Experience Japan away from the big cities like Osaka or Kyoto.

Nippondaira Hotel in Shizuoka

A hotel with a fantastic view of the shy beauty. The Japanese revere the volcano as a female Fuji, which is usually veiled behind clouds.

The Dunloe Hotel & Gardens

Indulgence at Ireland’s most famous gorge. Every spring, the hotel launches into a new season with world-class cuisine and at the imposing Gap of Dunloe

The new Hotel Okura in Tokyo

The old Hotel Okura was a showcase of Japanese craftsmanship coupled with modern architecture. The new building made better use of the valuable air space

Brittany Ferries in the Irish Sea

Every trip through Europe sets something against the isolation caused by the Brexit. A ferry founded by Breton farmers carries mainly tourists

Tajikistan’s capital Dushanbe

Dushanbe looks back on a long tradition of trade. The name of the city on the legendary Silk Road means Monday Market.

Unforgettable on Peak Lenin

In 2019, alpinists from Ukraine and Russia only want to conquer Peak Lenin in the Kyrgyz Pamir Mountains. Another encounter has also made a lasting impression

Adventures on the Silk Road

To travel the Silk Road in the footsteps of Marco Polo, you can trust experienced tour operators. Such a trip is nevertheless adventurous

Brittany Ferries and the worlds of the Celts

Brittany Ferries has been transporting agricultural products from Brittany to the British Isles since 1973 and is now particularly used by travelers

Cultural treasures on the Costa Brava

We will visit a winery, the fish auction in Palamós and the museum with optical illusions of Salvador Dali and learn about the rich heritage of Romanesque architecture.

Waldhaus Sils in the Engadine

The Waldhaus Sils is a nostalgic place full of stories about its illustrious guests. The grand hotel in the Upper Engadine has been writing hotel history since 1908.

Hotel Krone in Weil am Rhein

A harmonious triad of culture, design and wine in the boutique hotel between Vitra Campus and Fondation Beyeler. Star architects and designers meet here

Luxury and tranquility in the Cavalier House

Neither car noise nor light pollution, at most the chirping of birds in the morning. In the Kavaliershaus, silence and supposed solitude become a luxury good

Sri Lanka as a Destination

Sri Lanka is a beautiful country and has recently been at the forefront of tourist popularity. It should stay that way because of the warm-hearted people

In the slowest express of the world

In Sri Lanka, a railroad line was built in 1876 to transport goods cheaply from the highlands of the colony of Ceylon to the port city of Colombo.

Australia for European tourists

Tips to make traveling Down Under a straightforward experience. However, European travelers should be prepared for a few unusual things

Cresta Palace Hotel in Celerina

Celerina, the place where the Cresta Palace Hotel is located, is not far from Sankt Moritz, but is known as an independent place only in Switzerland

Healing luxury hotel Lenkerhof

Lenk is an insider tip because the place is remote and almost only known in Switzerland. When the road ends you reach the village and the hiking paradise Lenk

Australia’s Northern Territory

The Northern Territory is almost four times the size of Germany, but has only 250,000 inhabitants. In the tropical climate there is only rainy season and dry season here

Tuscan scenery in Val d’Orcia

The Val D’Orcia is located in Tuscany and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2004. Popular are the thermal pools of Bagno Vignoni already known to the Etruscans

Expedition to giant leatherback turtles

Biosphere Expeditions’ citizen science project researches endangered leatherback sea turtles in Costa Rica. Active vacation and species conservation project.

Art and luxury in Poland

The most extraordinary hotel in Poland “Blow Up Hall 5050” can be found in Poznan. It is an interactive work of art with a bar and an excellent restaurant

La Ferme du Vent in Brittany

Beautiful cottages in a former farmstead give city dwellers new energy away from meetings, business meals and mobile permanent availability

The Upper Palatinate and its Zoigl culture

If there is anything regionally typical besides the lush green hilly landscape of the Upper Palatinate, it is the Zoigl. Thomas Kellermann, top chef at Burg Wernberg near Weiden, strongly … [mehr]

Renthof in Kassel – history and zeitgeist

In June 2017, the Renthof Kassel opens as a hotel, restaurant and event location. Throughout the house there are finds that have appeared during renovation

Luxury and country life at Hotel Endsleigh

Endsleigh is a listed property in the county of Devon on the Dartmoor nature reserve. In 2004 it was established as a hotel by Olga Polizzi

Hotel Endsleigh in the fairy tale forest of Devon

Endsleigh lies on the edge of what is now the Dartmoor Nature Reserve and is nestled in rolling countryside on the Tamar, England’s best river for fishing

Destination Sierra Leone

After eleven years of civil war and the subsequent Ebola epidemic, the West African country wants to become attractive for international tourists again

Riad Arabesque – Oasis in Fés

There are two types of accommodation in Fez. As an atmospheric alternative to the big star hotels, the riads located in the old town are highly recommended.

Fez, Morocco – Journey to the Middle Ages

There is hardly a large city in the world whose past is so visible. Today, the alleys of the old town still have the same course as 1,000 years ago