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From Wild Emperor to Tame Snails

In Austria – more precisely in Tyrol – stretches the Kaisergebirge, the best-known mountain range of the Eastern Alps, extending for some 20 kilometres. It consists of two striking...

Big Cats Galore: On Safari in Zambia

Although Zambia has offered wildlife-viewing safaris (as opposed to hunting expeditions) since the 1950s, the country remains something of an insider’s tip among Africa...

Edinburgh: Between Myth and Eccentricity

Travellers from Luxembourg will soon have easy access to the heart of Scotland, with its bagpipes, experimental pop and all the ingredients for a...

What a Pod! La Réunion — with a Focus on Vanilla

In La Réunion, Nathalie Leichnig ventures into the wild tropical forest to harvest vanilla pods. Discover the secrets of this unique orchid that can be eaten, as she cultivates Bourbon vanilla, a highly sought-after delicacy.

Wintering in Northern Norway

While many people head south for the winter to escape the cold, wet weather of Germany, why not dare to do the opposite and spend the winter in the far north of Norway? Text & Photos by Laura Lichter & Henrik Hoffmann Since 2017, my partner Henrik and I, Laura, have been travelling the w...

On the Trail of the Artist

The tranquil peninsula of Höri is located on Lake Constance — between Radolfzell and the Swiss town of Stein am Rhein. Throughout the last century, it enchanted numerous artists. The painter Otto Dix was one of them and stayed for over thirty years — until his death 55 years ago. The Dix family vi...

Where Time Becomes Secondary

Serbia, the largest country of former Yugoslavia, offers impressive experiences with vibrant Belgrade, tranquil monasteries, UNESCO World Heritage sites, gorges, mountains, and diverse cuisine.

Diverse Toronto

Past meets Future: The Canadian metropolis of Toronto successfully bridges the gap between preserving its rich cultural heritage and embracing modern innovation. Sights for every taste, towering skyscrapers proudly reaching into the sky, vibrant multicultural neighbourhoods, internationally renown...

The Jungle Cuisine of the MÄori

The MÄori call New Zealand Aotearoa. The land of the long white cloud. Lush green hills, hissing geysers, snow-capped volcanoes, and deep blue fjords. It is a special honour to be initiated into the secrets of MÄori culinary art by one of the country's top chefs in this paradise. It's a journey into...

Journey of Discovery on the Banks of the Mekong

While almost thirty million international tourists visited Thailand in 2023 and thirteen million Vietnam, neighboring Laos counted a modest three million. A stroke of luck for adventurous travellers, as this landlocked state may lack beaches, but shines with abundant culture, great cuisine, and frie...