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…
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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…
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After Jerusalem, Tel Aviv is the second most populous city of Israel. Tel Aviv has a completely different vibe than the country’s capital. Tel Aviv is one of the most…
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Discover vibrant Cairo with its fascinating neighborhoods such as Historic Cairo and its friendly inhabitants. Cairo is home to app. 26 million people, 4 million cars with 71K taxis and…
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Koh Chang is one of the most authentic Thai islands. It seems that tourism has little or no influence on daily life here (yet). Besides, Koh Chang is beautiful and…
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Pai attracts all kinds of people; hippies, backpackers, couples, families, Chinese tourists… and me! I really like this cool village in Northwest Thailand; it has such a relaxed vibe. Definitely…
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Pai is a lovely backpackers’ village in the Northwest of Thailand, 3 hours west of Chiang Mai. This is a practical guide full of tips for first-timers who would like…
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Jerusalem is probably one of the most well-known cities of the world. Everybody knows it from the news and perhaps the bible, but how is Jerusalem for real? Jerusalem’s Old…
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What makes Seville my favorite city in Spain? First of all: the gorgeous Moorish architecture. Seville is the birth place of flamenco and tapas. The City of the Eternal Sun…