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Food Tour Lisbon
One afternoon during my long weekend I had booked a food tour in Lisbon with a local guide, to show us not only traditional Portuguese food, but also introduce us to the small businesses and family run restaurants in the Alfama and surrounding districts. A lot of them have been driven out by chains, by unpayable rents and cheap imported…
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Things I won’t travel without anymore
I have been solo travelling for 5 years now, usually only with carry on luggage and to different countries with different climates. Now I know which things I will always bring, no matter where I go and which things are worth investing in.
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My travel itineraries on Thatch
After some consideration I decided to join Thatch where you can create custom and interactive travel itineraries. All the ones on my profile were created by me, based on my experiences. I did not use any AI in any of my guides, nor will I ever do that. And I only recommend places I have been to myself and liked.…
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Long weekend in Amsterdam
This is not an itinerary for someone who has never been to Amsterdam before, you won't find the standard touristy advice here. Rather I want to give you an idea of what to do, where to eat and what to see during a long weekend in Amsterdam when you are just on a short city getaway.
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A perfect trip to Hanoi
As Vietnam's capital Hanoi has a lot to offer, from delectable food and a great coffee culture, a fascinating history and interesting architecture, there is something for everyone. Only the traffic is hard to manage, but you will get used to it. The best time for a trip to Hanoi, in my opinion, is from March to May, just outside…
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10 must try Workshops in Hoi An
Hoi An has a long standing history of trading, handcrafts and artistry. Despite or to some degree because of being a tourist town many of these handcrafts and arts have survived to this day. In this article I give you an overview of 10 workshops and classes I have taken part in over the years. These workshops are suitable for…
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10 tours in and from Hoi An for your bucket list
Hoi An is the ideal base to explore Central Vietnam from. The city itself is a goldmine of tradition, art and culture and there is something to discover in every cardinal direction: North of Hoi An are Da Nang and Hue, South are Tam Thanh and Tam Ky, West are My Son Sanctuary and the Sao La Nature Reserve, East…
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Embroidery Workshop in Hoi An
Handcraft in Vietnam is still a very popular branch of work and artisans spend years mastering their craft. While some stay close to traditional designs, others have modernised. Embroidery is still done the same way today as it was done hundreds of years ago: With a needle and a thread, stitching a design into a cloth that is held in…
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Cham Islands Snorkeling Tour from Hoi An
Taking a Cham Islands Snorkeling Tour from Hoi An is one of the more popular day tours in the city. The experience depends a lot on the season, the weather, which tour provider you pick and the other people in the group. With so many variables to consider, here is everything you need to know.
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Hoi An Memories Show – 2024 Experience
The Hoi An Memories Show is probably the most advertised experience in Hoi An. This stage play covers the history of the town and its people over the centuries, with over 500 actors and dancers bringing centuries of Hoianese history to life. With the entire venue built for this specific show, I promise you you have never seen anything like…
