2019

Granada Albaicin and the City

Granada Albaicin and the City

My first trip in Spain from Altea had to be gorgeous Granada. From the Granada Albaicín neighbourhood to Granada city, this place is just stunning to visit.

Living in Altea Spain – Settling Into Life on the Costa Blanca

Living in Altea Spain – Settling Into Life on the Costa Blanca

Since arriving at my apartment in Spain a week ago, I have settled in nicely and am enjoying living in Altea, Spain. Adjusting to daily life in this beautiful part of Alicante on the Costa Blanca has been easy and enjoyable. After exploring Altea and the nearby towns,…

Through Milan, Monaco and Cannes – Driving to Altea, Spain

Through Milan, Monaco and Cannes – Driving to Altea, Spain

As the first snow started to fall in Germany it was time to head south, to my new spot to get through the European winter. And so, my dad and I both packed up our lives. My dad headed to Nürnberg to be closer to…

Pamukkale and Hierapolis – driving in Turkey

Pamukkale and Hierapolis – driving in Turkey

As soon as I hired my car to drive in Turkey I knew I would be visiting Pamukkale and Hierapolis. The town Pamukkale (translated ‘cotton castle’) is known for its mineral rich thermal waters flowing down the white travertine terraces. And right behind the white…

Hunting down the ancient spots of Turkey

Hunting down the ancient spots of Turkey

see? Turkey has lots of amazing history and on my list were the ‘Temple of Apollo in Didim and ancient city Ephesus of course. And who know what else I will find along the way.

Island hopping in Greece – Rhodos to Symi to Kos

Island hopping in Greece – Rhodos to Symi to Kos

My island hopping in Greece, from Rhodes to Lymis to Kos, was a great detour to find my way back to Bodrum in Turkey. I enjoyed the Greek Cousine for a change and also stocked up on Euros again. But there is more to see in Turkey…

My days in Fethiye and Marmaris – is it worth it?

My days in Fethiye and Marmaris – is it worth it?

Is Fethiye or Marmaris worth a visit? I was rather disappointed by one and surprised by the other. But all in all it didn’t compete with Kas.. so I hoped on a ferry to Rhodes, Greece.

Diving in Kaş and Kayaking in Kekova

Diving in Kaş and Kayaking in Kekova

After an amazing few days exploring Antalya’s Kaleiçi, I was keen to see more of the Turkish coast, or Turkish Riviera as once could say. Kaş, a small seaside town surrounded by mountains and turquoise waters, was next on my list. And with the famous…

Visiting Antalya, Kaleiçi and the ancient city of Perga

Visiting Antalya, Kaleiçi and the ancient city of Perga

Exploring the Turkish coast (or Rivera) is my holiday from the long bike ride. After all, I worked hard cycling 2600km through three countries, so I think I earned a little time to relax! With its turquoise waters and some of the most pristine beaches,…