Took my steps into the spiritual world of Penang in Malaysia in 1987. Penang is famous for its beautiful beaches, but for they who want to dive in to the spiritual world, you have come to the right place. To find peace in your soul and enrich your life, temples there are something you shouldn't miss. Especially one: Wat Buppharam!

While driving the stunning Garden Route in 1995, I never expected to end up on the back of a giant bird - but that’s exactly what happened in Oudtshoorn, the ostrich capital of the world. 

In the heart of Kruger National Park in South Africa, where the sunrise paints the savannah gold and sharp green  the bush, lives the “King of the Jungle: the lion. My friend and me had stepped out of the human world, and into his. Suddenly a massive male lion, alone, emerged on our way ….

My hang gliding experience in Rio de Janeiro started at Pedra Bonita, a mountain rising into the São Conrado neighbourhood - only about 20 minutes from Ipanema. Surrounded by lush jungle and sweeping views of the ocean, it was the perfect launch point for something this wild. 

Out on the wide savannah of Tanzania, an elephant crosses my path - huge, calm, unstoppable. He doesn’t rush. He doesn’t fear. He simply moves forward, knowing the land belongs to him. 

I am still trying to get into this album – just few weeks before I am entering the concert “Queen Extravaganza - Celebrating 50 years of Bohemian Rhapsody”, at Rockefeller in Oslo, Norway, 7th April 2025. What is the album really about?

About 90 km northwest of the bustling streets of Ho Chi Minh City, nestled in the heart of Tay Ninh, stands one of Vietnam’s most captivated spiritual landmarks - the Cao Dai Temple. There I observed hundreds of worshipers conducted strange rituals – without having a clue of what was going on. 

In a groundbreaking discovery near Petra’s amazing monument Khazneh, also known as Treasury, archaeologists unearthed in October previous year (2024) a hidden a tomb containing 12 human skeletons and ancient artifacts, believed to be over 2,000 years old. 

Songs serve as powerful reminders of the ongoing fight against racism, xenophobia, and intolerance. Music has the power to ignite change, and artists have through history used their voices to challenge injustice, uplift communities, and promote values of respect, freedom, dignity, and love. 

Football is called the "beautiful game," but sometimes, it turns into an all-out war on the pitch. From violent tackles to full-blown fights, some matches have gone down in history for all the wrong reasons. These are the Battle of Santiago - Chile vs. Italy, 1962 World Cup, Estudiantes vs. AC Milan in the 1969 Intercontinental Cup, and the battle of Nuremberg - Portugal vs. Netherlands in the World Cup 2006, and the Battle of Old Trafford - Manchester United vs. Arsenal in 1990. Read about these matches and other infamous matches where chaos took over. 

As we have stepped into the new year, have you considered how your travel plans might change in 2025? The world of travel is constantly evolving, and you wonder about new exciting opportunities to explore the globe. We can’t wait to share the exciting possibilities that lie ahead!

Sarajevo is one of the most culturally diverse and historically rich cities in Europe, a melting pot of East and West, where Ottoman, Austro-Hungarian, Slavic, and Balkan influences converge. Its history is marked by resilience, multiculturalism, and tragic events. Especially the city`s Old Town was fascinating to explore.

From the depths of Montenegro's fascinating Lipa Cave, to the timeless mystery of Newgrange in Ireland and cultural diversity in Sarajevo, are stories written to spark wanderlust and inspire fresh perspectives on the world around us.

Perched on Mitropoliei Hill in central Bucharest, the Patriarchal Cathedral (Metropolitan Church) is a key Orthodox landmark and a piece of Romanian history. Consecrated in 1658, it’s inspired by the Curtea de Argeș Monastery and dedicated to Saints Constantine and Helen. 

Warmest congratulations to Finland on Independence Day (Itsenäisyyspäivä), 6th December! This special day offers Finns a moment to reflect on their national identity, the hard-won freedom they cherish, and the profound sacrifices that secured their independence.