Destinations

El Mirador is a former Maya city, located deep in the jungle of Guatemala. It must have been the biggest city in the Mayan empire with the largest temple (72 meters) ever built by the Mayans. The city has been completely taken over by nature, and can only be reached by helicopter or multi-day trip, where you spend the night in a tent in the jungle. In this article you’ll read all about my visit to El Mirador, with many practical tips for the El Mirador Guatemala trek and helicopter tour, including the best time to travel and a packing list.

Lago de Atitlan is one of the most beautiful destinations in Guatemala. The lake is surrounded by three mighty volcanoes and small villages, each with its own vibe and characteristics. You can enjoy yourself for days around Lake Atitlan. By navigating from village to village, learning more about local art, taking walks to viewpoints and climbing volcanoes. In this Lake Atitlan travel guide, I will tell you everything you want to know, including useful tips for the best things to do.

Tikal is one of Guatemala’s most visited destinations. Due to its mysterious atmosphere and amazing location in the dense jungle, it is one of the most impressive archaeological Maya sites. A visit to Tikal National Park is an unforgettable experience where you will learn more about the fascinating Maya history and enjoy the beautiful jungle environment around you with countless monkeys, coatis, butterflies and species of birds. Read more about a trip to Tikal, including the highlights, lots of useful tips for a day tour, how to visit and where to stay.

Yaxha is a smaller and less visited Maya site in Peten Guatemala, located at the Yaxha lake. From Temple 216 you can enjoy beautiful views during the sunset. Even though more and more tourists find the ancient Maya city, the big tourist crowds stay away and that is what makes a visit so special. In this article you will read everything you want to know about Maya city Yaxha, a tour including the highlights and useful tips for your visit.

Mexico is such an inspiring country with so many different things to do and see. Every region has its own characteristics and highlights and you will need months to explore. But what if you have three weeks in Mexico and want to get the most out of your travels?  What should you see and include in your trip? This is my Mexico itinerary for 3 weeks, bringing you from Mexico city all the way to the peninsula Yucatan. I will show you beautiful cities, scenic destinations, archaeological sights, activities and cultural highlights.

Lake Atitlan in Guatemala is one of the most stunning lakes in the world. It is surrounded by three volcanoes and small indigenous villages, each known for its own vibe and characteristics. There are many beautiful places to stay around the lake and it is hard to choose from. But if you are looking for a true paradise, you want to have a look at Casa Prana. In the next article you’ll read everything you want to know about one of the most beautiful hotels around Lake Atitlan Guatemala: Casa Prana.

Mexico is such an inspiring country with so many different things to do. Every state in Mexico has its own characteristics, atmosphere and attractions and you could travel around for months. In this article you’ll find my best travel tips for what to do in Mexico. Discover scenic and cultural destinations, art, beaches, culinary experiences, archaeological highlights and information about safety, best travel time and transportation.

Valladolid is a typical Mexican city! A large square with a beautiful cathedral, a friendly atmosphere, a monastery, colonial buildings with countless colors and a cenote that lies in the center of the city. Valladolid is a great city to include in your trip to Mexico and use as a base for a visit to the Mayan ruins of Chichén Itzá and the impressive nearby cenotes. In this article you will find the most beautiful sights and best things to do in Valladolid in Mexico and surroundings.

Izamal is better known as the yellow city of Mexico. All the houses in the colonial center of this city are painted completely yellow. And in different shades! The reason why the city is yellow is unfortunately unknown. But Izamal is a wonderful destination to include in your trip through Mexico. In this article you will find the 10 best things to do in Izamal Mexico, including one of the most beautiful hotels and restaurants.

Cruising? For a long time I thought that wouldn’t be for me. Until I got in touch with Sail Croatia, a boutique organization that offers different cruises from Split to Dubrovnik, in Croatia. From luxury elegance cruises and active explorer cruises to cruises that are all about hiking and cycling. In a small group (maximum 25 pax) you cruise on authentic boats along the beautiful islands along the Dalmatian coast of Croatia. One of the most beautiful areas of the country! Read everything you want to know about a Sail Croatia one-week Explorer cruise in the next article, including the itinerary, the beautiful islands, medieval towns and the cruise life.