Author: Maarten Van Den Driessche

Why go: Lake Tanganyika sunsets, palm-fringed city beaches, and hippo-spotting just outside town at Rusizi National Park. Bujumbura is Burundi’s laid-back waterside hub (and former political capital). Bonus: it’s a Brussels Airlines destination from Brussels. Quick facts Plan your trip Flights: Brussels Airlines operates Brussels → Bujumbura (BJM); frequency varies by season—check current schedules. Stays:…

August 17, 2025 marks Indonesia’s 80th Independence Day, a moment when the world’s largest archipelago reflects on its past while looking forward with pride. As communities across the nation raise flags, sing Indonesia Raya, and celebrate with parades and traditional games, it’s also the perfect occasion to discover why Indonesia belongs on every traveler’s bucket…

Meta title: Şanlıurfa (Urfa) Travel Guide: Göbekli Tepe, Balıklıgöl, Harran & Neolithic TurkeyMeta description: Plan the perfect trip to Şanlıurfa: sacred Balıklıgöl, world‑changing Göbekli Tepe, Roman mosaics, bazaars, sıra gecesi nights, plus day trips to Harran & Soğmatar. When to go, how to get there, practical tips—no fluff. Why go A sacred city with a…

In the middle of the windswept Nineveh desert, surrounded by miles of golden sand and open sky, the ruins of Hatra rise like a vision from another time. This ancient walled city — now a UNESCO World Heritage Site — was once one of the most powerful and cosmopolitan urban centres in Mesopotamia. Founded in…

South of Madrid, Don Quixote Airport (Ciudad Real, CQM) is a billion‑euro ghost airport reborn as an aircraft storage/MRO hub. Here’s how to see it. The story in a nutshell South of Madrid on La Mancha’s windmill plain stands an outsized dream: Ciudad Real International Airport—branded over the years as Don Quijote Airport and South…

Why this tripTouch down at Humberside Airport (HUY) and you’re minutes from big‑sky estuary views, Hull’s revitalised waterfront, the Lincolnshire Wolds and the wind‑carved spit of Spurn Point. With nonstop KLM Cityhopper flights to Amsterdam (and onward connections worldwide), HUY is a low‑stress entry to a corner of England that most travellers overlook. At a…

You don’t need a beach holiday to touch salt water—just a smart plan. Here’s a general, copy-pasteable playbook for turning a ~10-hour layover into a quick swim without flirting with a missed flight. The Core Math (use this first) Rule of thumb: If the beach is ≤45 minutes from the airport and your bags are…

Larnaca is often the first stop for travelers arriving in Cyprus, thanks to its well-connected international airport. But this coastal city is far more than a transit hub — it’s a blend of ancient history, palm-lined promenades, and slow Mediterranean charm. Whether you’re here for a short layover or a week-long escape, Larnaca offers a…

By Maarten Van Den Driessche On the southern tip of Norway, where the Nordic coastline softens into white-painted towns and rocky archipelagos, lies Kristiansand — a small city with big character. Often dubbed the “summer capital” of Norway, Kristiansand is more than just sun and sea. It’s a place where locals unwind on urban beaches,…

Every single day, more than 4 million people board a plane somewhere in the world. Over 70,000 commercial flights take off and land safely—without incident. And yet, for many people, flying still provokes anxiety. “Is it really safe to fly?” they wonder, as they buckle their seatbelt and glance nervously at the wing. The short…