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ABOUT US ALEX AND MIRIAM

ABOUT US

We are Alex & Miriam, two travelers that try to discover as much from this world as possible. We started this blog as a collection of our memories from the time when we traveled around the world but our journey started much earlier, in the years when we worked on board different cruise ships. We write about our experiences on the road and the things that we learned in order to make traveling more pleasant and enjoyable. Get to know us!

ABOUT US ALEX AND MIRIAM

ABOUT US

We are Alex & Miriam, two travelers that try to discover as much from this world as possible. We started this blog as a collection of our memories from the time when we traveled around the world but our journey started much earlier, in the years when we worked on board different cruise ships. We write about our experiences on the road and the things that we learned in order to make traveling more pleasant and enjoyable.

Get to know us!

OUR TRAVEL MAP

From crossing a wilderness of snow onboard the Transiberian train to sleeping under the stars in the desert, all have been experiences that marked our long jouney and turned into beautiful memories.

WORLD MAP VISITED MOBILE ENGLISH

From crossing a wilderness of snow onboard the Transiberian train to sleeping under the stars in the desert, all have been experiences that marked our long jouney and turned into beautiful memories.

OUR TRAVEL MAP
WORLD MAP VISITED ENGLISH
WORLD MAP VISITED ENGLISH
OUR TRAVEL MAP

From crossing a wilderness of snow onboard the Transiberian train to sleeping under the stars in the desert, all have been experiences that marked our long jouney and turned into beautiful memories.

TRAVEL PLANNING

Travel planning is the process that will help you spend less money, allowing you to enjoy your travels more and make out of your journey a better experience. Let us help you organize the trip of a lifetime.

ICON MAP ARRIVAL

ARRIVAL
Arriving in a new country can be a bit confusing at first, but you can always prepare for it.

ICON BACKPACK

BACKPACK 
Why backpack and not trolley? Because for certain journeys a backpack makes one’s life easier

ICON CHECKLIST

CHECKLIST
Trips are fun when things go according to plan. A checklist is a good way to start planning.

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DOCUMENTS
Documents should be the first thing on your packing list. Make sure you know which documents you need.

There is much more to know when you plan your holiday or your big adventure. Come back soon and discover more of the things that we want to share with you in our travel ABC.

TRAVEL PLANNING

Travel planning is the process that will help you spend less money, allowing you to enjoy your travels more and make out of your journey a better experience. Let us help you organize the trip of a lifetime.

ICON MAP ARRIVAL

ARRIVAL
Arriving in a new country can be a bit confusing at first, but you can always prepare for it.

ICON BACKPACK

BACKPACK 
Why backpack and not trolley? Because for certain journeys a backpack makes one’s life easier

ICON CHECKLIST

CHECKLIST
Trips are fun when things go according to plan. A checklist is a good way to start planning.

ICON DOCUMENTS

DOCUMENTS
Documents should be the first thing on your packing list. Make sure you know which documents you need.

There is much more to know when you plan your holiday or your big adventure. Come back soon and discover more of the things that we want to share with you in our travel ABC.

TRAVEL PLANNING

Travel planning is the process that will help you spend less money, allowing you to enjoy your travels more and make out of your journey a better experiece. Let us help you organize the trip of a lifetime.

YOUR LUGGAGE
Choosing the right luggage is essential for your journey. Trolley or backpack? What type of traveler are you?

PASSPORT & VISA
The passport is the most important document when you travel. Make sure you know what visas you need.

TRAVEL INSURANCE
You want to have fun but you also want to feel safe during your travels. Choose a good travel insurance!

MONEY & EXPENSES
A beautiful holiday doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Learn how to save money and still enjoy your journey.

TRAVEL DESTINATIONS
The world is big and the places to travel are many. Let us help you choose the best travel destination for you.

WEATHER
Either you want to climb mountains or get tanned at the beach, check the best travel time for your destination.

TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY

We like to tell stories with words, but we enjoy more capturing them in photographs. We believe that certain stories are sometimes better told with a bit of color :) Check out our gallery and let us show you the world as we saw it through the camera.

RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL

Traveling can be one of the most exciting and rewarding experiences in someone’s life, but while being away from home we should never forget to respect local customs and traditions and always act responsibly towards the environment. Read more!

Packing the necessary things for your journey can be stressful and tiring. We did a lot of packing and unpacking during our travels and learned how to make our life easier. Here we share our experience with you.

TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY

We like to tell stories with words, but we enjoy more capturing them in photographs. We believe that certain stories are sometimes better told with a bit of color :) Check out our gallery and let us show you the world as we saw it through the camera.

Traveling can be one of the most exciting and rewarding experiences in someone’s life, but while being away from home we should never forget to respect local customs and traditions and always act responsibly towards the environment. Read more!

RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL

Packing the necessary things for your journey can be stressful and tiring. We did a lot of packing and unpacking during our travels and learned how to make our life easier. Here we share our experience with you.

OUR STORIES

Here we share our stories, from the time when we traveled the world while sailing across the infinite waters of the ocean to the days when we decided to explore the world backpacking. Find out more on our blog.

OUR STORIES MOBILE

OUR STORIES

Here we share our stories, from the time when we traveled the world while sailing across the infinite waters of the ocean to the days when we decided to explore the world backpacking. Find out more on our blog.

TRAVEL STORIES

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USHUAIA ARGENTINA
Argentina

Ushuaia, at the end of the world

In 2016 I was part of the crew of the cruise ship Costa Luminosa which left the Mediterranean sea at the beginning of that year for an around the world cruise. The cruise itself has been an unforgettable experience and the places that we visited…
February 6, 2020
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NONG KHIAW
Laos

Traveling overland from Laos to Vietnam

I must say that Laos was one of our favorite destinations in Asia, although we knew little about this country and the time that we spent there was indeed short. But there were too many experiences that we wanted to squeeze in the two months…
August 25, 2019
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NONG KHIAW
Laos

Chasing sunsets in Nong Khiaw

Nong Khiaw was our last destination in Laos and the place where once again we felt in love with this country. Deep green valleys surround the small village hidden between mountains and hills, offering hikes to spectacular view points. Things…
August 25, 2019
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