the empire builder
In May 1804 Thomas Jefferson sent Lewis and Clark on a historic journey. Their goal was to reach the Northwestern coast of America and claim it for the young nation before England or another European power would do so. Eighteen months and almost 4000 miles past before the expedition reached the Columbia River delta. Over […] more…
happy birthday
April 3, 1968. Memphis, Tennessee. A voice carried by the sound of a tormented history enchants a group of activists: ‘…I’ve been to the mountaintop.’ ‘I’ve seen the promised land. I may not get there with you. But (…) we, as a people, will get to the promised land.’ The next morning the skies over […] more…
highlights of honshu
Travel through the ancient, mystical empire of Japan and discover the island of Honshu from Tokyo to Tono Valley in the north to Hiroshim in the south with this offline Favoroute app written by journeylism.nl. The app includes day activities, highlights, architecture and design, kaiseki food and temple stays. Written in Dutch this app is a […] more…
melbourne to yarra valley
From the streets of oh so relaxed Melbourne to the rolling hills of the Yarra Valley. With this offline Favoroute app written by journeylism.nl, you’ll have your guidebook to art, culture, food, wine and design in the pocket. The app includes day activities, highlights of both city and valley as well as laid-back accommodations. Written in Dutch […] more…
rocky road trip
Travel through the epic Canadian Rocky Mountains from Edmonton to Jasper, Banff, Waterton Lakes NP and Calgary with this offline Favoroute app written by journeylism.nl. The app includes day activities, highlights of the Rockies and luxurious accommodations. Written in Dutch this app is a complete guidebook, map and travel itinerary for your Rocky Mountain road trip. […] more…
cape town to jo-burg
Travel through South Africa, Lesotho and Swaziland with this offline Favoroute app written by journeylism.nl. The app includes day activities, highlights of these three stunning countries and breathtaking accommodations. Written in Dutch this app is a complete guidebook, map and travel itinerary for your South African road trip. From the shores and cliffs of Cape […] more…
zuper zollverein
In 1847 the first spade went into the German soil at what we nowadays know as Zollverein. From 1851 till the day before Christmas 1986, the vast industrial complex served as one of Germany’s largest coalmines and coking plant. Thousands of men descended into the dark shafts, some never to surface again. Over their heads […] more…
beauty & the swan
Attending a performance at the Budapest Opera House is a must for all who love ballet, opera or architecture. First, you’ll be embraced by the golden neo-Renaissance creation of one of Hungary’s most acclaimed architects: Miklós Ybl. Second, you’ll notice that your fellow attendees look as beautiful as the building that dates back to 1884, […] more…
yes to YEG!
Visitor: ‘Well, what is it you like best about your city?’ Edmontonian: ‘Calgary.’ Visitor: ‘Eh…..ok, and second best?’ Edmontonian: ‘When winter is over, somewhere in April.’ Visitor: ‘Let’s rephrase. What don’t you like about Edmonton and please don’t say Calgary!’ Edmontonian: ‘Mmmmm, the Talus Dome.’ Visitor: ‘For real? That’s a great work of art!’ Edmontonian: […] more…
jewel of the free state
Named after a Swiss town where the exiled Paul Kruger spent his last days on our planet, Clarens these days is also know as ‘the Jewel of the Free State’. It’s not hard to imagine why when walking around the central square or staring at the colorful sunsets painting the sandstone embracing this Free State […] more…
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