Traveller guide

Portugal – Madeira Island VII

Today, we take a look at the eastern part of the island in the direction from Funchal to the easternmost part where are droughts. it seems as if it was not Madeira there. the landscape is vastly different and there grows almost no vegetation at all. it is only after rains when it gets bit of green there. No levada leads to this area. you can find them only in the mountains. the area is inhabited, however. Therefore, some vegetation is actually there.

Portugal – Madeira Island VI

Another stop to the west of the island is Porto Moniz. from Sao Vincente you travel through tunnels. Make a stop at Ribeira da Janela town. it is a place of dark volcanic rock. the lovers’ rock rises from the sea there.

Portugal – Madeira Island V

Apart from famous Madeira wine (Japan is its largest importer), poncho (a liquor with lemon flavor) is another traditional beverage. you can replace lemon juice with orange or maracuja juice. it is served cold for refreshments. or it is served also warm as prevention from getting cold. the wine festival takes place end August beginning September.

Portugal – Madeira IV

A 5 thousand meters high massif of lava was created after huge explosion in the Atlantic. Today we can see only a glimpse of it and this glimpse is Madeira. the island is self-reliant. There are couple of power plants (water, wind), fertile soil and sea rich on fish.

Portugal –Madeira lll

Travel to Madeira by plane only. There is probably no other way to travel almost 1000 kilometers from Portugal and 600 kilometers from North Africa. Moreover, sailing on a ship might not be comfortable for everybody.

Portugal –Madeira Island II

It is an island in the Atlantic where you can grow almost anything thanks to humidity, high temperature and fertile soil. so where do you get water that is good for irrigation and how it works?

Portugal –Madeira Island I

It is an archipelago and also an island which is located in the Macaronesia region. Only two islands are inhabited as the whole archipelago is a natural reserve. These islands are Madeira and Porto Santo.

Greece, Thassos Island – Emerald in the Aegean Sea

The green island of Thassos is situated in Eastern Macedonia. it is green because mountain peaks are covered by pine and olive groves. Its rocky shores are washed by the tranquil Aegean Sea. you will not find any airport or industrial zone. That makes the air here great. Thanks to the marble subsoil, one of the best marbles in the world is mined here.

Turkey: Afrodisias – a Town Devoted to a Goddess

The ancient town of Afrodisias is one of Turkey’s most beautiful place, still not many tourists visit it. I decided I have to visit it...

Italy: Ischia Island – Place of Many Contrasts

We are leaving the Gulf of Napoli beloved by artists. we are heading to a Mediterranean island which came to existence as a result of volcanic activity in the end of Tertiary. it has been forming for millions of years to the terrain formation we happen to know as Ischia.

USA: Denver – the Mile-High City

Across the Atlantic, as we often refer to when we mention the United States, is the capital and the largest city at once of Colorado – Denver. the city of 600 thousand its elevation is exactly 1 mile, about 1.6 kilometers. Therefore, many Americans refer to it as the Mile-High City.

Turkey, Istanbul – Colorful Gateway Between Europe and Asia – VIDEO

I knew that Turkey's largest city offers a many things to do and to see. but it totally surprised me. One week there was like nothing. I can imagine that I would discover even more of local streets, monuments, gastronomy and modern parts much longer. Let's visit Istanbul through video and photos together.

Turkey: Istanbul

One of the most important cities of the world – that is Istanbul with its 16,5 million inhabitants. This city is the only one that is located on two continents – Europe and Asia.

Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur – in the Sky in the Petronas Towers oblacích na Petronas Towers and Masjid Al-Bukhary Mosque

Enjoy this couple of skyscrapers. These must be on the list of any visitor to Kuala Lumpur. Their silhouette lures you already from afar. Crowds of tourists visit them every day and millions see the towers each year. on day or at night, Petronas Towers add to the city's atmosphere. in Kuala Lumpur you will see them all the time from any place. it is as if these gentle giants held their protective hand above you. they look gloriously but are the towers as beautiful from the inside as they are from the outside?.

Portugal – Island of Madeira IX

Balcoes lookout is situated at 86é meters above sea level. a comfortable and wide enough road leads there from the trout farm in Riberio Frio. the name fits. it is a true natural balcony giving you the view of what you would consider a piece of paradise.

Portugal – Madeira Island VIII

We leave Funchal for Santana, a town on the northeastern seaboard. There are interesting places along the way. we leave the direct rote to see such places as the Madeira’s highest peaks, a stone igloo, and the Faial bay. in case you have not yet visited the cave and volcanic center of Grutas Sao Vicente it is easy to reach along the northern seaboard starting in Santana. As we told you, Sao Vicente is a borderline between the western and eastern parts of the island

Turkey: Istanbul-A Life in the City-VIDEO

The cars on highway from Sabiha Airport, distant from Istanbul city a couple of kilometres, move slowly ahead. So, it is time enough for the first quick acquaintance with the biggest Turkish town and way of life there.

Portugal - the Westernmost Country of European Continent – VIDEO

Wine, coffee, cliffs, waves. the western-most country of continental Europe is of the sort everybody likes. it belongs to the top 20 most visited countries in the world. There are beautiful beaches including the best surf beaches of all Europe. Nature in the inland is magnificent as wel. Culture is rich and cities are lively and busy. Let's visit Portugal!

Scotland: Endlessly Beautiful Island of Skye – VIDEO

If I could only return to Scotland in one place, it would be either a remote and deserted mountainous island of Harriss, or justified by Skye. and the more I think about it, the more Skye wins.

France, Normandy – American Cemetery and Other Interesting Places

After amazing Le Mont-Saint-Michel one wouldn’t believe there is something else as amazing as this place. Still, we have several tips for you where to go.

Canary Islands, Fuerteventura – Interesting Places on the Island

Fuerteventura took our breath away! it is completely different from the other Canary Islands we have visited so far. It's a lunar landscape and beaches like the Caribbean. Fuerteventura is not rich in monuments, but rather in extraordinary natural beauty.

Tunisia– Thourgh North Following History

This time we will head to the north of Tunisia, where we will be greeted by architecture with Moorish elements, friendly inhabitants and, most importantly, infinitely long beaches. but we plan to explore Tunisia a little more than just from a beach chair.

USA, Utah – Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks

We have visited several national parks in America, but mainly two have settled in our hearts. the first is green Zion and the second orange Bryce Canyon. That you've never heard of them? Yes, they are not as famous as the famous Grand Canyon, Sequoia or Yosemite National Park, but they will also enchant you.

USA, Maryland: Annapolis – Sneak Peek Into History

Even today, you will come with us to the historic city of Annapolis, Maryland.

Tunisia, Sahara – to the Desert

Anyone who thinks that the Sahara is just a sandy plain is wrong. I also saw this for myself during my visit to Tunisia. the largest part of the Sahara is rocky, the sandy part is the smaller one. it is good to think about safety and use the services of a professional guide.