Local restaurants in Northern Ireland: Book Ahead

Since Northern Ireland had its year of food in 2016, restaurants here have been winning many awards. My random tip would be to book ahead, as many restaurants close early in the winter time if not...

Eastern Nepal - an unexplored gem

So you have been in Nepal for a good few weeks now. You have visited Kathmandu and the UNESCO sites of Patan and Bhaktapur. You have been to the lakeside city of Pokhara, and from there proceeded to...

How to plan your trip to Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is one of the leading romantic destinations in the whole world. The land of serendipity brings spiritual tranquility and a chance to rediscover oneself. The beauty of this tiny island is...

Cultural differences in New Zealand

Here is some background information about our culture and to give you a little more input into our society before you arrive: “With a patchwork history of Māori, European, Pacific Island and...

Compensation for delays with Thello trains

If you booked a Thello train between France and Italy, you are entitled to compensation if your train is more than 1 hour late, according to the following table: Fill this form to get reimbursed...

Hike to Mala Osojnica for a beautiful view of Lake Bled

There is a quite short hike (between 30 minutes and an hour depending on your fitness level) from the shore of the Bled Lake that is rewarded by a magnificent view! The hike starts on the...