Corruption Overshadows Astana
Our final destination in Kazakhstan, Astana, shook us deeply. Where to begin? People in Astana are showing off too: new haircuts, fancy outfits, huge cars and luxurious jewelry. The relaxed vibe of Almaty is … Read More
Beirut – Long Road to Beautiful Wells
The star of my 3 week Middle Eastern Holiday in 2004 was definitely Syria, but the most exciting adventure happened in Beirut, the capital of neighboring Lebanon and the road connecting both countries. I … Read More
Five Months in Asia with Hand Luggage
When E suggested visiting Southeast Asia this spring, I thought I would have a heart attack. My first answer was that it was out of the question. We have been organizing our trip to … Read More
Syria: It’s All Gone. Aleppo, Palmyra and Damascus
One of the journeys that marked my life was a 2004 three week holiday to the Middle East. It was my first time outside of Europe, and it turned out to be an amazing … Read More