When looking for a title for this post, I decided to go with “My challenging 10-day silent Vipassana Meditation Experience” instead of “... Retreat” to not to give you the wrong impression. Embarking on a 10-day Vipassana journey has little in common with a relaxing holiday where you treat yourself to massages, yoga and wellness. Spending 10 days in silence [...]
While I did my research in preparation for the Kumano Kodo, I got the impression that one needed a guide to organise this trip. However, it turned out that one can quite comfortably prepare and experience the Kumano Kodo as an independent traveller on a budget. Such an adventure, of course, requires proper preparation which is why I put this [...]
I have been on more than 10 cruises since I turned thirty - which clearly gives away my passion for ocean trekking. Years back it would have never occurred to me to spend my vacation on a cruise ship. I had many prejudices against mass tourism and shared the belief that this is much more suitable for retired people in [...]
Can you already feel the excitement when you think of your upcoming Burning Man Adventure?! Should you still be in doubt if this epic festival is for you, read this article on WHY NOW is the right time to tick Burning Man off your bucket list. When getting to Black Rock City, it's like landing on another planet. To help you [...]
Do you feel the call to be part of Burning Man?! Expect nothing less than an out-of-this-world experience when you enter Black Rock City! It's like landing on another planet. Once you feel ready to embark on this adventure of a lifetime, it’s time to think about logistics such as purchasing tickets, organising transport and choosing your camp. To help [...]
Imagine 70.000 people gathering for 10 days in the desert of Nevada, 4 hours North of Reno, far from civilisation. People coming to Black Rock City fill the space with creativity - appealing to all of your senses. Wherever you look you will find some form of art, sounds travelling from near and far, curious smells entering your system while [...]
If you belong to one of the 70.000 lucky people who scored a ticket for Burning Man - one of the most popular art festivals in Nevada, USA - you are in for a treat! Yet, with so much happening 24/7 in Black Rock City, it can feel a little overwhelming to choose your activities. To prevent burning Man FOMO [...]
When jumping on a trans-Pacific cruise from Sydney to Hawaii, you will find that there are a significant number of days spent at sea. In my case, we spent 11 days on the water without any land in sight. You may wonder what there is to do while you are out in the middle of nowhere. Especially with very limited [...]
I really wanted to see Bora Bora - it’s one of the exotic destinations that simply sound irresistible. But getting there is not cheap. Just the return fares from Sydney/Australia are more than $2,000 AUD. Add to this luxury accommodation, and you will end up spending a fortune on your holiday. After all, Bora Bora simply doesn’t cater for mass [...]
