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9 tips for preparing for the Camino de Santiago: routes, preparation, accommodation, and food
The Camino de Santiago attracts thousands of pilgrims every year who set out on foot to the Spanish city of
Porto Guide: 40 tips on what to do and experience in Porto, Portugal
Porto, Portugal’s second-largest city, won my heart during my very first visit. Its relaxed atmosphere reminds me a lot of
Kenya – breathtaking safari, beaches, mountains, and modern Nairobi
Some nickname this country the “queen of African safari,” and it’s true that few countries in the world can boast
Practical articles to help you travel smart, cheap and long
How to rent a car abroad and what to watch out for
Traveling abroad in a rental car is an excellent way to discover even the most remote places on your own. However, just like buying plane tickets, a first-time car rental
9 tips for preparing for the Camino de Santiago: routes, preparation, accommodation, and food
The Camino de Santiago attracts thousands of pilgrims every year who set out on foot to the Spanish city of Santiago de Compostela. However, such a pilgrimage requires proper preparation,
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Since 2015, we encourage people to travel longer, independently, and with open eyes and hearts. Travel teaches us—helping us understand different cultures, see the world from multiple perspectives, and grow as individuals. We believe travel helps us better understand ourselves, overcome fear, and become more open, empathetic people.
We are experts for Thailand, Indonesia and Madeira, Portugal. We also explored most of Europe, Southeast Asia, Turkey, New Zealand or East Africa.
We also run a popular Czech site travelbible.cz
Matous Vins
An experienced traveler with 40+ countries visited, a digital nomad, photographer, and travel writer. He has spent more than two years in Thailand, exploring the country in depth—especially the north—by motorbike. He also travels actively with his family, including van trips across Europe.
He is also a marketer and public speaker.
Pavla Travnickova
Pavla is originally from the Czech Republic, but since 2017 she has spent most of her time in Central Java, Indonesia—far from the tourist crowds and close to local life. Along the way, she has experienced countless cultural differences and discovered hundreds of beautiful places that remain hidden from most travellers.
She also runs www.backindo.com
Petr Novak
Every year, he “has to” visit at least one country he’s never been before. He gradually adapted his personal and professional life to travelling, and is the Travel Hacking person on our team.
He also creates functional websites (including this one), and runs madeirajourney.com
