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05/10/2025

Romania’s Alien Landscape: Vulcanii Noroioși

We didn’t expect Romania to feel like another planet but that’s exactly what happened at the Vulcanii Noroioși (Mud Volcanoes) in Buzău County.

On day one, we explored Pâclele Mari, the bigger of the 2 volcanic fields in the area: a vast, barren landscape that looks like Mars, with bubbling mud craters and cracked earth as far as the eye can see. The next day, we hiked to Pâclele Mici, where dozens of tiny mud volcanoes erupted right beside us.

The 2 sites felt completely different: one like a desert on another planet, the other like a living, breathing micro-world.

These “volcanoes” aren’t hot lava, but cold mud pushed up by natural gas from 3000m deep underground. Standing there, watching the earth bubble and shift, it truly felt like Earth revealing its hidden heartbeat.

If you’re planning a trip to Romania, add the Mud Volcanoes to your bucket list! They’re one of the country’s most unique natural wonders.

We didn’t expect Romania to feel like another planet but that’s exactly what happened at the Vulcanii Noroioși (Mud Volcanoes) in Buzău County.On day one, we...

03/10/2025

Exploring Lithuania’s Curonian Spit: Grey Dunes, Parnidis Dune & Nida

Discover the haunting beauty of Lithuania’s Grey Dunes on the Curonian Spit, where rolling sands have swallowed villages and inspired great thinkers. Explore the Nagliai Nature Reserve, climb the panoramic Parnidis Dune with its iconic sundial, and visit the charming town of Nida, famous for its sandy beaches, lush forests, and cultural heritage.

Learn about Jean-Paul Sartre’s legendary 1965 visit, see his bronze statue, and wander the landscapes that also inspired Thomas Mann. From dramatic skies over shifting dunes to tranquil lagoon views, this guide offers everything you need to plan your unforgettable Lithuanian adventure.

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27/09/2025

Soomaa National Park in Estonia is a land of mystical bogs, wild rivers, and rare wildlife - a hidden paradise for nature lovers. Famous for its unique ‘fifth season’ floods, traditional dugout canoes, and unforgettable bog-walking trails, Soomaa offers one of the most authentic wilderness experiences in Europe.

From canoeing through flooded forests to attending the magical Sunrise Concert at Hüpassaare bog island during the Suure-Jaani Music Festival, this guide shows you why Soomaa should be on every traveler’s Estonia itinerary.

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24/09/2025

Exploring Topolnița Cave - Romania’s Secret Cave Entrance 🇷🇴

A sneak peek into Romania’s hidden gem, Topolnița Cave.
One side by water, the other only from afar.

A sneak peek into Romania’s hidden gem, Topolnița Cave.One side by water, the other only from afar.

13/09/2025

We had no idea there was a bench waiting at the top of Cheile Turzii. After the tough climb (and a few slips on the way), finding it felt like the best surprise.

Up there, with the whole valley at our feet, that little bench felt like a throne. Totally worth the struggle to get here!

We had no idea there was a bench waiting at the top of Cheile Turzii. After the tough climb (and a few slips on the way), finding it felt like the best surpr...

08/09/2025

Discover Akmeņrags Lighthouse on Latvia’s wild Baltic coast – a historic red-brick tower guarding one of the sea’s most treacherous shoals. Surrounded by pine forests, shipwreck legends and sweeping beaches, this hidden gem near Pāvilosta offers breathtaking views, maritime history, and a glimpse into the raw beauty of Latvia’s western seaboard.

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05/09/2025

Kuldīga, Latvia - a fairytale town with Europe’s widest waterfall, the historic Kuldīga Brick Bridge, charming Old Town streets, Alekšupīte Waterfall, museums, cafés, and hidden gems.

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23/08/2025

Mazirbe Boat Cemetery, Latvia – In 10 Years Time It Will Be All Gone.

Tucked away in the forests of Latvia’s Baltic coast lies the mysterious Mazirbe Boat Cemetery - an abandoned graveyard of fishing boats left behind during Soviet times. Slowly being reclaimed by nature, this haunting site is the only one of its kind in Latvia and a must-see hidden gem for travellers seeking unique, off-the-beaten-path experiences.

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22/08/2025

Cape Kolka in Latvia is a breathtaking destination where the Baltic Sea and the Gulf of Riga meet in a dramatic clash of waves.

Tucked inside Slītere National Park, this windswept cape is not only a natural wonder but also a place rich in history, from its Livonian heritage to its Soviet-era secrets.

Offshore, the mysterious Cape Kolka Lighthouse stands on a man-made island, guarding one of the most treacherous points on the Baltic coast. Whether you’re seeking wild landscapes, cultural heritage, or hidden gems like the haunting Mazirbe Boat Cemetery, Cape Kolka is a must-visit spot for travellers exploring Latvia’s rugged coastline.

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15/08/2025

The Sky Show In Maramureș, Romania

As the sun dips behind the Maramureș Mountains, the sky explodes with color. From glowing clouds to deep mountain silhouettes, this sunset is a show only nature can create.

As the sun dips behind the Maramureș Mountains, the sky explodes with color. From glowing clouds to deep mountain silhouettes, this sunset is a show only nat...

11/08/2025

Prislop Pass - Best VIP seats for Carpathian Mountains 🇷🇴

Let’s be honest, not every park up on our route is magical, but this one was very special.

Pasul Prislop (Prislop Pass), 1,416 m up in the Carpathian Mountains, where Maramureș meets Bucovina. Just you, fresh air and the view you’ll never forget.

Let’s be honest, not every park up on our route is magical, but this one was very special.Pasul Prislop (Prislop Pass), 1,416 m up in the Carpathian Mountain...

03/08/2025

Trouble On The Ukrainian Border, Romania

We parked outside Săpânța Monastery, right on the border with Ukraine, thinking this will be the most peaceful park up ever. And it was until late at night, when the sirens on the Ukrainian side woke us up.

How often do we actually think how lucky we are living and travelling in countries that are free of war, violence and fear?

We parked outside Săpânța Monastery, right on the border with Ukraine, thinking this will be the most peaceful park up ever. And it was until late at night, ...