The village of Salento is located in the heart of the Colombian coffee region. The colourful colonial architecture, the delicious local food, and the beautiful nature made our visit to this town can one of the highlights of our Colombia trip. These were the ingredients that made
Maartje's enthusiasm and curiosity knows no bounds. She loves museums, nature, food, walking, architecture, history, animals. Writing and photography is a big passion and she has been writing about cooking, minimalism, food, hotspots and travel for many years. Above all, she has a special place in her heart for castles, royal jewels and ancient Egypt. Maartje gave up her job as a lawyer to bring more balance to her life: less work and more life. Besides to The Orange Backpack, she works as a legal entrepreneur.
Vlorë, a renowned town in the Albanian Riviera, offers exquisite beaches, a palm-lined boulevard, a charming pastel-colored old center, a stunning nature reserve, historical underground bunkers from the communist era, and a picturesque monastery situated on an island. Whether you refer to it as Vlorë, Flore, Flora,
Where to stay in Athens when visiting the ancient capital of Greece? In Athens, you can find a variety of accommodations ranging from luxurious hotels to cozy hostels. Many hotels in the city offer beautiful roof terraces, some even featuring rooftop pools and exquisite restaurants. However, amidst numerous
In the small fishing village of Hopkins, fishing is no longer the only activity. The beautiful Caribbean beaches and blue sea have now attracted many travelers to Hopkins and tourism is now the main source of income at this bounty beach paradise. Hopkins has one of the
Yes, the tulip season in the Netherlands has started again! The famous Keukenhof (Garden of Europe), the big tourist attraction with its tulip fields, will be opened in 2023 from March 23 to May 14. In that short period, almost 1,5 million visits the colorful tulip fields.
In the jungle of northern Colombia, but just near the cost is the tiny jungle town of Minca. It’s a breathtaking oasis for your Colombia trip. The jungle nature is beautiful, the mountain views stunning and the laidback vibe is relaxed. As it’s close to other Colombia
Where to stay in Monemvasia while exploring this little gem in the Greek Peloponnesos? Monemvasia is known for its authentic mansions and luxury hotels. However, it can be challenging to find the most exceptional options among the many offers available. As one of Greece’s most beautiful destinations and the
The Theater of Epidaurus is the best preserved and most beautiful theater in Greece. During the summer months, there are performances that showcase its special acoustics. This theater is part of the Sanctuary of Asklepios, the Greek demigod of medicine, and has been a UNESCO World Heritage
Thermopylae is one of mainland Greece’s hidden gems. With a location only two hours from Athens you would expect this destination to attract more visitors, but it has remained one of the unknown places in Greece. So why is Thermopylae worth a visit? Because of the museum
Where to stay in Delphi? This village near this famous World Heritage Site has the best hotels and most beautiful mountain resorts. But it does take some time to go through that overwhelmingly large offer to find the perfect place to stay in Delphi. As one of the