Trains are easy to use, and cheap means of transport. It is no surprise they are among the most popular ways of traveling. And not to mention, traveling by train gives a unique experience in some parts of the world. As in, the landscape you see is not accessible by any other means of transport. … Read more
How much do you know about the Democratic Republic of Congo? Many people think of politics, wars, and similar topics when they think of the Democratic Republic of Congo. But the country is so much more than that. The beautiful country is a mineral rich country the size of Western Europe. And that is probably … Read more
Vincent Moon: How can we use computers, cameras, microphones to represent the world in an alternative way, as much as possible? How, maybe, is it possible to use the Internet to create a new form of cinema? And actually, why do we record? That is the question French filmmaker Vincent Moon asks the crowd at a TED conference. Traveling with a … Read more
When it comes to beautiful cities in Eastern Europe, you can say Prague is a bit overlooked. The Czech capital is one of the most beautiful cities in Eastern Europe, and one with a reach history. Prague has been known as one of the more revolutionary cities some 100 years ago. And there is no … Read more
Bhutan is one of the most unique countries in the world. The name of the country is Druk Yul, which translates to Land of the Thunder Dragon. Why the name? Well, it is all because of the weather. There are many violent and large thunderstorms that whip down through the valleys from the Himalayas. The … Read more
In most cases, if you want to visit an art exhibition, you have to pay a hefty price. For some exhibitions, the price can be extremely high. With that in mind, if you love art there are also free public exhibitions all over the world. And the largest among them is the Sculpture by the … Read more
Shrouded in myth and legend, the forests of Germany and their wild inhabitants are known all around the world. Shots filmed from hot-air balloons show the magnificence of the landscapes, while cameras in miniature helicopters take the viewer into the thick of the action. The Black Forest is a mountainous region in southwest Germany, bordering … Read more
“Ever wondered how a life in Japan might be? 19 foreigners share their personal experiences, likes and dislikes. See the country through the eyes of, mostly western, foreign residents, who have lived in Japan between a few months and several decades.”
Uzbekistan stretches between the Gissar Mountains and the Aral Sea. The country is characterized by seemingly endless sandy deserts and oases, and was once one of the most important powers in the region. For thousands of years, here on the Silk Road, there was only one means of transportation: the camel. That changed after Russia … Read more
This documentary explores what backpacking is. Toine Haverkamp went on a nine-month search through well and lesser-known backpack spots in Asia. He wanted to show the world how traveling alone feels and looks like. It gives you a glimpse into the backpack scene. The documentary shows backpacking from the perspective of a traveler who has … Read more