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 …

Wine therapy at Thermae 2000, that sounds good, right? It is. Enjoy a relaxing soak in red wine from the most famous vineyard in The Netherlands, Wine domain St. Martinus. …

Chichen Itza (Chichén Itzá), the must-see world wonder in Mexico. Right? Meh, to be honest, I found it a bit disappointing. Nothing to the disadvantage of the buildings, they are …

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 …

Calakmul is a large, ancient Mayan city and surrounding bioreserve on the Rutas de la Arqueología of southeastern Mexico. About 30 km (19 mi) from the border with Guatemala, the …

Aqaba is a seaside city with about 150,000 inhabitants, located in the south of Jordan. The rest of the country (and abroad) comes here for sunbathing and tax-free shopping. Perhaps …

Snorkeling with turtles, is that something you would like? That is possible in the village of Akumal on the Mexican Riviera Maya. Sea turtles swim here close to the tropical …

Wisconsin’s exciting capital city Madison is tucked between Lake Mendota and Lake Monona. It rather feels like a lovely, fun student town than a cold capitol city. Find out in …