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The most expensive cruise in the world—Regent Seven Seas World Cruise
There are trips that you plan for months. And there are trips where you pause at some point and think, If not now, then when? The most expensive cruise in the world that is commercially bookable undoubtedly belongs to the second category. A world cruise with Regent Seven Seas Cruises is not a vacation. It is a chapter in your life. I still remember the moment when I first saw the route of a Regent World Cruise. Over 140 days. Five continents. Dozens of countries. And the feeling that this isn’t just a string of places, but a string of stories. For people who don’t count how many days of…
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Six months traveling the world—why time is the real luxury
There is luxury that shines.And there is luxury that is quiet. Time belongs to the second category. A six-month trip around the world is not an escape from everyday life.It is a conscious decision against acceleration. Against shortcuts. Against the feeling that everything has to go faster and faster. And that is precisely why this way of traveling seems absurd to many people at first. Too long. Too expensive. Too radical. Until you realize that it is not the extreme journey—it is our everyday life. Why a trip around the world has nothing to do with wanderlust People who travel the world are rarely searching for new places.They are looking…
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Sights in Prague—the ultimate list
Prague is a city that captivates you—not with a loud bang, but with a quiet, almost magical naturalness. Anyone who has ever walked across Charles Bridge at dawn knows what I mean: fog, a lone street musician, the creaking of old cobblestones. Suddenly, it seems as if time has stood still. The Czech capital is a picture book of over 1,000 years of history—with Gothic cathedrals, Baroque domes, Art Nouveau facades, and small, almost forgotten places that you don’t discover at first glance. To make sure you don’t get lost among the crowds of tourists during your visit, I’ve put together a curated selection of the most beautiful sights in…
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Kyoto instead of all of Japan—why depth changes more than speed
Your first morning in Kyoto feels almost understated. No neon glow, no overwhelming rush like in Tokyo. Instead, the sound of a broom sweeping stone. A quiet bicycle turning the corner. The soft click of a wooden door sliding shut. Many people travel through Japan.Few stay in Kyoto. And that is where the difference begins. This Kyoto travel guide is not a checklist of must-see sights. It is an invitation to slow down. To go deeper. Not to see everything—but to truly experience one place. Why Fast Japan Itineraries Stay on the Surface Seven days.Three cities.Twelve temples.Five Instagram spots. You come home with hundreds of photos—and surprisingly little understanding. Japan…
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The journey is the destination – why iconic trips are more than just a route
We are used to collecting places.Cities. Landmarks. Countries. But some journeys are not about destinations – they are about the journey itself. Iconic routes are not shortcuts.They are the opposite. Why routes have their magic A route forces continuity.You can’t skip ahead.You can’t fast forward. You are on the move – and you stay that way. This changes your perception: Iconic routes tell stories. Whether by road, rail, or waterway, iconic routes carry memories. They were: by people who were on the move, not looking for highlights. Examples include: Not interchangeable. Not arbitrary. Why slow routes are relevant again today In a world of direct flights, routes seem almost old-fashioned.…
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Setting off alone—why leaving is often quieter than you think
Leaving sounds dramatic.After throwing suitcases, after grand gestures, after a clean break. In reality, leavings are often quiet. You get up in the morning.You close a door.And only much later do they realize that something new has begun. Why do many new beginnings start with travel Travel creates distance without explanation.It allows for change without having to justify it. You don’t have to tell anyone why you’re leaving.You just go. And that’s undoubtedly what makes travel one of the most honest forms of starting over. Traveling alone does not mean being alone. Traveling alone does not mean loneliness.It means personal responsibility. You meet people—but not out of habit.You stay—but only…
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Antarctica—a place that makes you feel smaller. And that’s undoubtedly why it makes you feel bigger.
There are places you visit to see something.And there are places you enter to understand something. Antarctica belongs to the second category. Not because it is spectacular—it undoubtedly is. But because it wants nothing from you. No attention, no admiration, no judgment. It is simply there. White. Silent. Non-negotiable. And that is precisely where their strength lies. Why Antarctica is not a travel destination like any other You don’t go “on vacation” to Antarctica.You go there. There are no cities, no cafés, no way to quickly change things when they become uncomfortable. No Wi-Fi to save you. No distractions. What remains is landscape.And time. Many travelers don’t talk about penguins…
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On the trail of “Only Murders in the Building”: A visit to The Belnord in New York City
The Only Murders in the Building series has quickly become a popular hit, and with it, the impressive apartment building known as ‘The Arconia’ also gained a lot of attention. But what many fans may not know: The real building behind the show’s facade is called The Belnord and is located in the heart of New York City’s Upper West Side. In this blog article, you can find out everything you need to know about this iconic building and how you can visit it yourself. The Belnord — The real face behind “The Arconia” The Belnord, which serves as the backdrop for the fictional “The Arconia”, is located on 86th…
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Holi Festival in India—Experience colors, chaos, and spirituality up close
Imagine you are standing in the middle of an Indian old town, the sun is beating down on the roofs, and suddenly a handful of pink powder swirls through the air. Then green, blue, and yellow. Strangers smile at you, laughingly rub color on your face, drums sound—and before you know it, you are part of the biggest color game in the world. Welcome to the Holi Festival in India. Origin and meaning of the Holi Festival Holi is much more than an Instagram moment. Originally a Hindu spring festival, it symbolizes the victory of good over evil. At the same time, it celebrates the end of winter, the beginning…
