Hiking trips and travel adventures in stunning countries.

Australia

During our 36 years in Australia, we explored nearly every part of the country. Some places are still on our bucket list, like Arnhem Land and the Nullarbor. We enjoyed every trip, from South to North, and East to West. The best time to travel to Australia depends on the region you plan to visit, but generally, the ideal times are Spring (September to November) and Autumn (March to May). Mild weather and fewer crowds make this a great time to explore most regions.  Summer (December to March): can be very hot and humid in the North, but fine for beach lovers in the southern region. During this time we went on hiking trips to Tasmania and had a wonderful time. Winter (June to August): Best for visiting the northern parts of Australia, Cairns, Darwin, the Kimberley and the and the Red Centre.

New Zealand

Another country we visited many times is beautiful New Zealand. We explored both islands. Where to go? The South Island: If you love majestic mountains, stunning fjords, and stunning glaciers, this is the place for you. Fantastic outdoor adventures like bungee jumping, skiing, and exploring incredible hiking trails. We discovered this island in a motorhome, off season, in autumn and it was wonderful. But more often, we travelled to the  North Island. Why, we enjoyed the vibrant cities, great museums, a lively arts scene, geothermal activity, Maori culture and beaches. We found it is more diverse and easier to get around. A good timeframe for each Island is about 10 to 14 days.  Another thing we love about New Zealand is the warmth and friendliness of the Kiwis. They are always welcoming and eager to help.

North Amerika

 Our trip to British Columbia, Canada was one of the best tour we did. We loved travelling in a motorhome. It was autumn, the caravan parks were nearly empty. The scenery was stunning and we did fantastic hiking trips

The highlights of our Alaska trip was cruising through the  Inside Passage. We took the ferry from Bellingham to Juneau, stopping at the charming little hamlets along the way to Juneau. The Passage was too narrow for the big cruise ships. The had to travel further out.

Asia

Sadly, we haven’t spent enough time in Asia. So far, we’ve only travelled to Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, and Laos. Nevertheless, we enjoyed all our trips there. In particular, we liked the vibrant towns, vivid markets, and bustling streets. Moreover, the people are nice, smiling, and helpful. xploring the rich cultures, stunning temples, and scenic countryside through wonderful hiking trips has been a highlight.  As you continue browsing, we hope this site inspires your own travels!

Europe

Since living in Australia, we went only once back to Europe. We traveled to Germany, Greece, and Turkey. In Athens, Greece, we explored the ancient sites and fantastic museums. Then we took a ferry to the beautiful islands of Santorini and Naxos. The time we spent in Turkey was much too short. We had only three days in Istanbul, which was the most exciting city we ever visited. From Istanbul, we flew to Germany. Although we had lived there for years, we had never visited the capital so it was finally time to explore Berlin. It’s a wonderful city, with modern architecture, rich history, a vibrant art scene, and plenty of nice pubs. Before flying back to Australia, we went to Franconia, where we used to live. We had a fantastic time with family and friends and went hiked trails, we have done 30 years ago