America, a fascinating continent that offers diversity in culture, nature and adventure. From the majestic Rocky Mountains of North America to the endless rainforests of South America’s Amazon Basin, there are countless breathtaking landscapes to explore. The USA attracts with vibrant metropolises such as New York City and Los Angeles, while Canada enchants with its wild beauty in the national parks. In Central America, historic cities such as Mexico City and ancient Mayan ruins are delightful. South America offers a rich cultural diversity, from the Andes of Peru to the beaches of Brazil. America is also an adventurer’s paradise, whether it’s hiking in Patagonia, diving in the Great Barrier Reef, or exploring the mystical Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. With its diversity, America is a continent that appeals to travelers of all interests and preferences.
Santiago de Chile is located, as the name suggests, in Chile, the 4,200 km long but on average only 180 km wide country on the edge of the Latin American continent. Santiago is the capital of the country and is geographically located right in the middle of Chile. But the city is not only geographically the center of the nation, but also culturally. No wonder, after...
Milwaukee, the largest city in the US state of Wisconsin , has something homely about it. Despite its size with just under 600,000 inhabitants, the water-shaped city, on the western shore of Lake Michigan, can be easily accessed on foot. Visitors will quickly notice Milwaukee’s German heritage: in the 19th century, many German economic refugees and politically...
If you are looking for the equator on the globe, you will find it in Ecuador, among other places. This country lives up to its name, because it is something like the belt of the planet or the seam of the earth. In Ecuador, it is customary to mark houses and wells along the paths wherever you identify with the “zero line”. This is not possible in Quito...
Paraguay is certainly not one of the classic holiday destinations. However, only if holidays only mean wind, water and waves. But you will definitely get all the other beauties on a holiday in Paraguay. The South American country is an underrated destination with many beautiful places and sights that we have summarized in this article. The Iguazú Falls The fact that...
The stone giants of Easter Island are a household name for many people. To this day, it is not clear what the iconic figures are all about, which are made of stone weighing tons and have made the island in Polynesia famous. In addition to the famous stone figures, the island, which officially belongs to Chile , has even more to offer for travelers. In recent years...
Snow-white, seemingly endless sandy beaches, in the background you can hear the sound of the waves rolling out on the beach just a few meters in front of your feet. The sun shines down from the cloudless blue sky and it smells gently of sweet tropical fruits. Large coconuts hang from the palm trees next door. In the middle of the Caribbean Sea between Cuba and Mexico...
The myth of the Greater Antilles Similar to the often mythically glorified and legendary island kingdom of “Atlantis”, which, according to a description by the Greek philosopher Plato from the 4th century, is said to have been a globally important maritime power about 12,000 years ago, but which was destroyed by a severe natural disaster, the phantom...
The island of Jamaica probably has a rather amusing reputation for the typical vacationer. In most cases, the first things that come to mind are associated with Bob Marley, raggae music, typical Caribbean food and, last but not least, one or two intoxicating substances. And while the Jamaicans are indeed a people of their own, who have succumbed to sensual pleasures...
Also known as Saint Barthélemy, the island is part of the overseas department and a little bit of France in the middle of the Lesser Antilles. The island of volcanic origin is considered an insider tip for relaxing holidays away from large crowds. It occupies an area of only about 21 square kilometers and is the smallest island in the French Antilles, but captivates...
The capital of the state of Hawaii, Honolulu, and the tourist stronghold of Maui are clearly the most famous destinations of Hawaii’s Pacific islands. But the archipelago has so much more to offer and still hides some almost undiscovered treasures. One of them is the second smallest island in Hawaii, Kauai. Due to its evergreen landscapes and untouched nature...