Adam Town and the Beauty of its Deserted Neighbourhoods
Panorama of Adam’s old neighbourhoods from the roof of one of the houses It was already mid-day when we reached Adam town in Oman. We had been driving for hours…
Your First Trip to Lebanon? Here is a Brief Description of Twelve Places to Visit Outside Beirut
Despite its small geographical area, Lebanon offers such a broad variety of historical sites, shrines, or areas of natural beauty that can be overwhelming for a first-time visitor. On top…
On the Floating Islands
On La Isla Summa Willjta I met “El Presidente” – that’s how he introduced himself to us – on La Isla Summa Willjta, one of the floating islands on Lake…
What is lurking in the shadows?
Everything is exotic in the Amazon rainforest: the hues of the jungle, the taste of the air, the muddiness of the river, the vibration of the sounds, even the constellations…
A scrapbook full of sunsets
No matter how many sunsets I have seen, I always scramble on a rock, peak, or headland to admire the next one. I pause in awe. I sigh. I quiver…
Storytelling Around the Campfire
The night bestowed its opaque veils on the mountains and, little by little, our camp disappeared into the dusk. Only a headlamp flashing here and there would indicate an occasional…
15 Underrated UNESCO Heritage Sites
Since its inception, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has identified and preserved dozens of culturally significant sites around the world. From historical buildings to natural marvels,…
A Road Trip through my Favorite Tuscan Villages
The landscapes of Tuscany might be familiar to many; however, it is only by roaming through the villages and walking on the seductive curves of the vineyard-covered hills that a visitor can…
Five Important Roman Cities Outside Italy
The Roman architecture – one of the most important legacies of the Roman Era – evolved echoing the character of its creators and their need for organised structures, practical solutions,…
Exploring the Forgotten Trails of the Ottoman Era in Athens
The Upper Bazaar of Athens by Edward Dodwell (photo credits unknown) The sacred Rock of Acropolis, crowned with the eternal jewel – the Parthenon – radiates an energy so formidable…
What to do in Paris Once you Have Seen the Touristic Landmarks
Paris is one of those destinations you do not visit just once in a lifetime. The first sojourn is – unavoidably – consumed in exploring the standard touristic landmarks, but,…
Seven Temples in Asia to Add to the Bucket List
The world is crowded with temples, humble or extraordinary, where people flow together to bestow their prayers, acknowledge their fears, and ask for divine support in their dreams. Built at…
Five Backpacking Trails of Moderate Difficulty and Amazing Beauty
There is something delightfully delicious hidden at the core of every backpacking (i.e., multi-day hiking) trail. The almost monotonous repetition of steps over a few days in a row brings…
7 Cities to Fall in Love with by Konstantina Sakellariou
Despite the raw charm of every hiking trail or any wavy sea road, there is something intoxicating about exploring a city. It could be the diversity of the…
Conscious Traveling: Lessons and Understandings by Konstantina Sakellariou
It is three years since I left my last corporate position, determined to launch into a less predictable and more adventurous lifestyle (*). Extensive traveling was not part of a formal…
