Atacama Desert in Chile is the world’s driest desert. It is famous for it’s Mars like landscapes, geysers and salt lakes full of flamingoes. We flew into…… Read more “Atacama Desert: Driest desert of the world”
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Lake Titicaca: Isla del Sol
On Lake Titicaca, the world’s highest altitude lake in Bolivia, is an island, which is believed to be the birthplace of the sun itself. A short ferry…… Read more “Lake Titicaca: Isla del Sol”
Sunrise on a Sacred Mountain: Trekking Mount Emei
Ancient Buddhist monasteries, Shaolin monks and 10 000 steps to heaven.
Penedo: Finnish Colony in Brazil
As a Finn, this is a place I had to see while in Brazil. Small wooden houses, big Santa Claus figure and cafe Koskenkorva. It was obvious…… Read more “Penedo: Finnish Colony in Brazil”
Machu Picchu: Visiting the ancient city
Machu Picchu in Peru, the ancient city of Incas, one of the world’s seven wonders. What to expect? HOW TO GET THERE? First of all, Machu Picchu…… Read more “Machu Picchu: Visiting the ancient city”
Salkantay trek: Walking to Machu Picchu
5 days and over 90 kilometers. Over a mountain pass and down to the jungle, we followed the famous Salkantay route to the ancient city of the…… Read more “Salkantay trek: Walking to Machu Picchu”
Iguazu Falls: Largest waterfall system of the world
The world’s largest waterfall system, containing over 270 individual falls. It’s a roaring masterpiece of nature. After buying the flights to Argentina, I knew exactly where to…… Read more “Iguazu Falls: Largest waterfall system of the world”
What not to miss: a guide to Ulaanbaatar
The capital of Mongolia offers a unique experience. It’s a city where the old and new lifestyles are mingled together in total harmony. I didn’t know what…… Read more “What not to miss: a guide to Ulaanbaatar”
Lake Baikal: the Pearl of Siberia
Visiting Lake Baikal, what is considered to be the oldest lake on earth, in the heart of Siberia. After a few days in a train, it was…… Read more “Lake Baikal: the Pearl of Siberia”
In Maui: Whale watching tour
Seeing these beauties alive and in action in the clear waters of Hawaii was a dream to come true. On the morning I woke up filled with…… Read more “In Maui: Whale watching tour”
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