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Lombok itinerary for active travelers

by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Apr 26, 2024 | Blog, Indonesia, Travel Tips

This is a 14-day itinerary for an active trip around Lombok Island in Indonesia. For travellers who like to explore every corner of a new place. It’s filled with water activities, beaches, rainforest walks and waterfalls and includes hiking up the active Rinjani...

Traveling from La Paz to Uyuni by train + other options

by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Aug 31, 2021 | Blog, Bolivia, People and Culture

Traveling from La Paz to Uyuni is a 540 km journey that can be as comfortable and scenic as you make it. With limited time in Bolivia, we wanted to make the most of it. The result was a scenic train ride with locals, watching lagoons filled with flamingos, quinoa...

Adventure day at Semuc Champey, Guatemala

by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 16, 2017 | Blog, Guatemala, Water Activities

It was a day well spent in the Guatemalan jungle visiting turquoise blue natural pools of Semuc Champey including other adventures. Full of adrenaline activities – caving, cliff jumping, tubing, jumping off the swing & bridge, hiking and swimming in pools in...

Where to stay in Maui

by Michal Dorica | Last updated Nov 13, 2019 | Blog, Travel Tips, United States

As you already decided you want to visit Maui, now is the time to choose which part of the island is the one that fits you most.It has many options for upscale hotels and condos, mid-range B&B and cheaper hostels and camping. Need a bit more convincing? Read our...

Jiquilillo, Nicaragua –Surfing, Beach Run and Baby Turtles

by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Jul 10, 2023 | Blog, Nicaragua, Running, Water Activities

Surfing and releasing turtles were our goals and must-do activities in Nicaragua. And we found a real gem and off the beaten place with an authentic feel called Jiquilillo, Nicaragua. During our travels through Central America, we often stayed at hostels and learnt...