Destinations

Ever heard of La Ciudad Perdida, or the Lost City of the Tayrona? An archaeological site in the Sierra Nevada mountains of Colombia? Hundreds of years ago this place was inhabited by the Tayrona indigenous people. Nowadays it is a unique place in Colombia because it can only be reached by foot through the jungle. Two and a half days to get there, a visit to the city and then the exact same way back. Everything you walk up, you walk down and vice versa. In this article you can read everything you want to know about the Lost City trek and hike in Colombia, including a packing list + many useful tips. 

Imagine: Glittering lakes with the Swiss Alps in the background, fertile valleys, a mild and pleasant climate, beaches with palms, combined with historic villages, alleys, piazzas and the Italian dolce vita.  Yes, I’m talking about Ticino in Switzerland, the southernmost region of Switzerland, near the Italian border. Ticino is just beautiful! You will find nature, art, culture and a delicious cuisine. In this article you will discover the best things to do in Ticino in Switzerland and find many useful tips for your stay.

In the lovely mountain village of Minca you will find countless beautiful places to stay. But are you looking for something unique? Then spend the night at Trekker Glamping. Here you will find 5 luxuriously furnished domes in a natural environment. From your private terrace, you can enjoy amazing views of the jungle, Santa Marta and the Caribbean coast. In this article I’ll tell you more about my stay at Trekker Glamping and give you many tips for things to do in Minca Colombia.

How nice is it to make a city trip in your own country and really take the time to discover a place? This time I go out and explore the Rijk van Nijmegen. This city in Gelderland, located on the Waal river and close to the German border, is the oldest city in the Netherlands and famous for its bustling atmosphere. In this article you can read all my tips for what to do in Nijmegen and the surroundings, including the best photo spots, hotels, good restaurants and of course the best things to do in Nijmegen in terms of culture, history and nature. For a day trip to Nijmegen or a weekend trip.

In the southernmost region of Switzerland, near the Italian border, you will find Locarno. Locarno is beautiful town located at the glittering Lago Maggiore and famous for its Italian dolce vita. Locarno is the perfect place to unwind from daily life and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. In this article you will find my tips for the best things to do in Locarno Switzerland, including restaurants, transportation and hotels.

The coffee triangle is one of my favorite regions of Colombia because of its beautiful mountains, seas of coffee fields, countless shades of green and special species of birds.  In the heart of the Risaralda Valley, lies Sazagua Boutique Hotel, a beautiful place to stay, with so much attention to design, service and detail. Here you can completely unwind in your own little paradise and be at the best places in the region in no time. In this article I’ll tell you more about Sazagua Boutique Hotel, near Pereira and give you tips for places to visit in the Colombia coffee region.

El Nido del Condor is an ecolodge, located on a mountain between two gorges in the Colombia coffee region. And only accessible by cable car! Writing this down, takes me back to this little paradise for a moment.  El Nido del Condor is so indescribably beautiful that there are almost no words for. The location on a mountain, completely surrounded by plantations, flowers and birds, the high-end architecture and the amazing views, make this a place you only encounter in your dreams. And when you think it can’t get any more beautiful, there are also condors flying around. In this article, I’ll take you to one of the most unique hotels in Colombia: El Nido del Condor.

Hacienda Bambusa in the Colombian coffee triangle is a place straight out of a Colombian soap opera! This traditional finca, beautifully situated on a large cacao and avocado plantation, has been transformed into a luxury boutique hotel where you can experience the wonderful atmosphere of the coffee region. In this article you will read more about Hacienda Bambusa and I will give you several tips for things to do in the Colombia coffee region.

For as long as I have been traveling in Colombia, I have been impressed by the coffee region. The rural atmosphere, its friendly people, views of miles of coffee plantations, idyllic farms, flowers, beautiful birds and lovely villages. When I heard about a new road trip by Secretos de Colombia, through this coffee triangle, also known es el Eje Cafetero, my heart immediately started beating faster. A few days on the road with a car, visiting villages, cocoa and coffee plantations, enjoying good food and drinks and staying overnight in three high-end boutique hotels. In this article I’ll tell you more about my itinerary through the coffee region in Colombia, including things to do, hotels, excursions + useful tips. 

Do you love unique places in nature and are you looking for a true paradise? Then you should stay at One Santuario Natural, also known as One Love hotel, near Palomino in Colombia. This eco resort is located along the Palomino River and is a place you will not easily forget. The beautiful jungle surroundings, the flowers, the sound of the river, the delicious food and the sounds of the birds will make you relax and completely disconnect from the outside world.  In this article you will read all about my stay at One Santuario Natural and I will give you tips about what to do in the surroundings: The Sierra Nevada.