View from Upper Barrakka Gardens in Valletta to Birgu After returning to Europe from South America and enjoying a cozy Christmas back home, Malta became our first travel destination of the year. Honestly, it had never really been on top of my bucket list. I had mostly heard about its beaches, summer parties and island lifestyle. Instead of going during the busy summer months, we chose to visit in winter, which meant fewer crowds while still enjoying weather that felt like a luxury compared to...

Bávaro Beach, Punta Cana Punta Cana was never part of the plan. It was a spontaneous decision that quietly marked the end of my four-month journey through South America. I came across the flight almost by accident, one of those moments where curiosity wins over careful planning. Leaving Peru was harder than expected, but a few days later I found myself flying straight from Lima to Punta Cana, trading the Andes and long bus rides for palm trees and turquoise water. What I found there, however,...

Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge viewpoint If you have read any of my other Ireland posts, you already know that I have a soft spot for the island. Northern Ireland is very much part of that. It may be politically part of the United Kingdom, but in terms of history, culture and natural beauty it easily rivals the Republic of Ireland. A visit to Belfast, the capital, is absolutely worth it, full of stories, charm and more murals than you can count. Even though it is technically another country and...