Going beyond the known

We always travel during the summer months when school is closed, but after last year’s heat in Spain, we were determined to find a cooler destination. Denmark turned out to be the perfect choice, mild weather, beautiful scenery, and a relaxed pace of life. We spent 10 full days in...

We were hesitating about how to spend our last day with the car, and ultimately decided to go for a walk to Pico Ruivo in the morning. During our stay in November 2024, the official website stated that only the section up to the shelter was open. However, this was...

I was so excited about the day ahead! Pure hiking to one of the less touristy peaks on the island, and a vertical kilometer to do, that was the plan for today. The weather looked amazing, so we couldn’t have wished for more. With snacks packed for the day, we...

Every evening, we made plans for the next day based on the weather and how tired we felt that day. The idea was to avoid having the most intense hiking days one after another. The weather looked more stable the next day, so we decided to hike up Pico Grande...

The first day was already intense, but for the second, we planned even more: two dramatically different hikes—the rugged, barren landscapes of The Dragon’s Tail and the lush, coastal beauty of Vereda do Larano. The first one offered a feeling of being on another planet, especially with the rising sun...

After our first night in Funchal, we were ready to explore Madeira by car! However, when I saw where our rented car was parked (on one of the steepest streets near our apartment), I had a brief moment of panic. Would I even be able to drive out of there?...

When it came time to choose a destination for our honeymoon, we wanted something special. This trip was a rare opportunity—our toddler stayed at home, so for once, we could travel as we did before starting a family. We dreamed of a place that offered breathtaking hiking trails, delicious food,...