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Why slow travel isn’t about travelling for months
by Lizet Wesselman | 16 Jan 2024
I often hear people complain about not having enough time for slow travel. Slow travel, pretty much just as sustainable travel, responsible tourism...
Scenic train routes: train jaune France
by Lizet Wesselman | 6 Jan 2024
Board one of the most impressive train journeys in Europe, across the breathtaking landscapes of the French Pyrenees: the Yellow Train, or Train...
Foix, a hidden gem in the French Pyrenees
by Lizet Wesselman | 26 Dec 2023
South of Toulouse, France, a (railway) road runs right through the Ariége region of the Pyrenees. This route takes you past a number of cute...
France, sustainability and mass tourism
by Lizet Wesselman | 15 Dec 2023
France has been winning in terms of number of tourists per year for several years now. With its rich history, breathtaking landscapes, art and...
Carcassonne; city or historic open-air museum?
by Lizet Wesselman | 5 Dec 2023
Carcassonne is a city with a rich history, and with good reason, the 3rd most popular tourist attraction in France. Construction began as early as...
An overview of the French trains
by Lizet Wesselman | 23 Nov 2023
The French train network is one of the best train networks in Europe, although it may be a little challenging to navigate at first. This is because...
European Sleeper expands: Now also to Prague and nature parks
by Lizet Wesselman | 15 Nov 2023
Since its successful launch in May 2023, the European Sleeper has already announced an expansion! This popular night train has only been running...
Moldovan wine, an unexpected surprise
by Lizet Wesselman | 7 Nov 2023
Moldova, a small country in Eastern Europe, has attracted the attention of wine lovers around the world. Moldova has a rich history and tradition in...
One day in Istanbul
by Lizet Wesselman | 3 Nov 2023
Istanbul is definitely one of my favourite cities and deserves so much more than only a day. After four days, I still felt like I had been running...
Pamukkale Türkiye, all you need to know
by Lizet Wesselman | 26 Oct 2023
If you're planning a trip to Türkiye, I'm pretty sure you've come across Pamukkale as a hotspot to visit. Or you've seen the beautiful photos...
5 Unexpected train travel countries
by Lizet Wesselman | 17 Oct 2023
When you think of train travel, you quickly think of countries like Japan, Switzerland and Germany, which are known for their efficient and...
The point of authentic experiences in responsible tourism
by Lizet Wesselman | 13 Oct 2023
In an age of mass tourism and superficial encounters, authentic experiences have become a buzzword in the travel industry. These experiences are not...