Machu Picchu is a world wonder, but it is not the only thing that Peruvians are proud of. Many tourists fly in and out just to see Machu Picchu, but miss out of the many other sights that make Peru special. In fact, there are so many things to do in and around Machu Picchu […]
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The alternative route to Machu Picchu
Let’s face it. Machu Picchu is the most visited site in Peru and possibly in all of South America. Yes, Machu Picchu is worthy of all the marketing spent on it, but getting there is either a huge hassle or a deep hole in your pockets. For those who do not know, there is no […]
Machu Picchu: Managing Expectations
If you have never seen hundreds of tourists in front of you trying to take a picture, you probably would be in for a rude shock in Machu Picchu. Fortunately, or unfortunately, Machu Picchu is the most visited tourist attraction in Peru, and probably even in the whole of South America. The pristine beauty and […]
6 unique things to do in Chiloe, Chile
It is not a spelling error – the island of Chiloe does exist and it is in Chile. Although its name is strikingly close to that of its country, its culture, cuisine and architecture is actually quite different. Despite the fact that Chile is a long, long country, its culture and food is pretty much […]
The two faces of Diyarbakir: life after civil war
While we were busy working, cooking meals and trying to live through the day, there are people fighting for their lives, running away from gunfire and living in fear. You have heard of the civil war in Syria and the bloodshed in Yemen, but have you heard of the civil war in Diyarbakir? There is […]
This is the mystical city of Mardin: 7 things to do
The southeast part of Turkey is a gem, and one of the shiny ones has got to be the ancient city of Mardin. Some of you might think that it is dangerous and unsafe due to its proximity to Syria, but it is actually an extremely safe city. Mardin is home to a million nice […]
Visiting the ruins of Ani
The ruins of Ani have always been on my bucket list and I wanted to see them for myself. While I was studying in Istanbul a few years ago, I booked a flight to Kars, the closest city to Ani. However, in a cruel twist of fate, I missed my flight and the opportunity to […]
5 things to do in Armenia
Armenia is a small country yet has enough things to see that warrants more than just a hurried visit. Travelling around Armenia is easy and convenient. From the capital city of Yerevan, you can reach pretty much everywhere in just a few hours. That means no terrible night buses or whole days spent travelling, and […]
Your guide to Armenia: The church edition
A trip to Armenia is not complete without visiting at least one of its beautiful monasteries. In fact, it is hard to avoid them since they are built in some of the most amazing landscapes in Armenia. Armenia is the oldest surviving Christian country in the world and that speaks volume of the richness of […]
David Gareja Monastery: Why this should be on your bucket-list
Georgia is full of beautiful monasteries, hidden within stunning landscapes and perched high up on towering mountains. After visiting a few of them though, everything starts to blur out and look the same. However, one particular monastery stood out, and left an unforgettable mark in my entire trip around Georgia. If there is only just […]
