Asia

Wellness, sauna, hot spring… who doesn’t love it?! Anyway, I’m crazy about it. I like to visit saunas in The Netherlands, but also abroad. When I’m on vacation I always…

Meeting a gracious geisha or maiko in person was a long-cherished wish. The mysterious white mask-like face, the jet black haircut, the demeanor, it intrigues me. For many years, Memoirs…

Seoul, the capital of South Korea, is the vibrant heart of the Asian country. For some a great starting point for a round trip through South Korea, for others a…

Sea sparkle, a.k.a. bioluminescence, a beautiful natural phenomenon that you really want to experience! Where do you find sea sparkle? When can you see sea sparkle?

Looking for a hidden gem, a tranquil magical place that feels like a lucky find? Multi-level waterfalls so crystal clear emerald green you may wonder you ended up in a…

Did you ever visit a travel destination that disappointed you? Places that you would not rush to get back to ever again? Negative? Nah, this is getting real and honest,…

Khao San Road is a great, popular area in Bangkok to stroll, eat, drink, dance and sleep. If you are planning a trip to Bangkok, you have probably heard of…

Imagine a picturesque town characterized by narrow cobblestone alleys and lanes with authentic beige stone houses with pastel colored window shutters and old wooden doors, lots of pink bougainvillea, balconies…

Over the past few years I have taken several amazing cooking classes around the world. Locals in Italy, Thailand and Israel taught me how to make some of my favorite…