During my family vacation to Madeira in January 2024, we hiked the 'Levada das 25 Fontes' and 'Levada do Risco' with a tour guide. Opting for a guide was necessary due to transportation constraints. The trail showcased local wildlife, Laurissilva forest, Levadas, and featured a thrilling 800-meter tunnel. I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and hope to return for more exploration.
UNESCO World Heritage Site
Traveling Through Italy: My Interrail Adventure
This post is part of my three-week European interrail adventure in 2023, focusing on a week spent in Italy. We traveled from Milano to the colorful Cinque Terre by the sea, then Pisa, Florence, and finally Venice. We utilized our Interrail passes extensively, particularly in Cinque Terre where we could travel between five cities. I highly recommend train travel in Italy for future explorers.
Must see nature and wildlife experiences in Shark Bay, Western Australia
Follow us on our journey to Shark Bay, and learn why the area earned its status as 'World Heritage Area'. We visited Shark Bay in the beginning of the Aussie summer in December 2022 in our rented autocamper. We spent two nights at a campsite in Denham exloring the local wildlife and sites around Shark … Continue reading Must see nature and wildlife experiences in Shark Bay, Western Australia
Vacation well spent in Mombasa: Vast, sandy beaches, visit to an UNESCO site and exploring local wildlife
I visited Mombasa during Christmas 2016, during the fieldwork I was carrying out in the Taita Hills for my Masters Project. I stayed at Tides Inn Resort, a little north of Mombasa off the Malindi Road. To get to Mombasa I went with an air-conditioned bus from Voi. After arriving in Mombasa, one of the … Continue reading Vacation well spent in Mombasa: Vast, sandy beaches, visit to an UNESCO site and exploring local wildlife
Explore Tikal: Camping, Temples, and Wildlife Encounters
Tikal National Park, located in northern Guatemala, is a captivating destination with its stunning rainforest, diverse wildlife, and well-preserved historical ruins. Getting there requires a bus journey, with an entrance fee at the gate. Visitors can explore ancient Mayan ruins and spot wildlife, whilst also enjoying mesmerizing sunsets from atop temples. Amenities include eateries and camping facilities. Preparation is key to fully enjoy this outdoor experience.
Traveling Female Ornithologist 