Safari Africa is a beautiful illusion
Africa means looking at animals: the Queen Elizabeth National Park is a seemingly conflict-free experience space for wealthy safari tourists. I'm passing through. And soon get restless.
In the foggy realm of the Rwenzori
In the inaccessible Rwenzori mountains in Uganda, one of the last glaciers in Africa protrudes from the tropical forest. The exploration of this mystical world is depriving, especially with almost no calories. Seven days in the wild.
Why travel makes us enthusiastic - despite mass tourism and selfie madness
What really characterizes a trip? Which place makes me happy? How do I find myself on the way? What must I have seen? And what impact does social media have on my expectations and experiences?
The preface of "To travel from happiness".
How dangerous is Quito?
Youth gangs, robberies, violence: Ecuador's capital Quito is considered dangerous. But what exactly is that supposed to mean? Impressions of a place where police drive on Segways.
Pictures for our dreams
White villas over the sea, perfect light. On Santorin vacationers find the backdrop for romantic dream images that demand vehemently for a presentation. It is most beautiful on the Cyclades island in autumn.
Farewell in Buenos Aires
A journey is the best distraction of reality between two people. An ideal version of being together in picturesque settings. Hollywood and advertising have taught us that. What a mistake.
Life is a beach
Life is a beach - or at least it should be, right? The beach demands optimism and promises happiness. The tropical island of Palawan has the most beautiful specimens to offer.
So much light at the end of the tunnel
Which city was besieged for almost four years, today attracts rich Saudi Arabians and offers Jews a safe home amidst festive Muslims? Sarajevo, unique metropolis in a broken country.
Höhenrausch on the roof of Europe
The Elbrus in the Caucasus is the highest mountain in Russia and is one of the famous Seven Summits. A curious trip to the roof of Europe, between burning summit euphoria and burning plastic garbage.
The appearance of the beautiful things
Copenhagen is the city of Danish design. An essay on aesthetics and the Scandinavian mentality, about possession and the seductive power of consumption - and a very special lamp.