Just got back from Japan. The country has overwhelmed me and touched me with all its facets; modern technique versus centuries-old traditions. It is only when I return the last few days in Tokyo after our road trip through Hokkaido that I realize that all the more so.
Japan: surprisingly different
Japan is a country of great contrasts, centuries-old traditions live on alongside high-quality technology. ‘As soon as I arrived in the city of Tokyo in the city of Millions, I realised; Japan, the land of technology; the toilet at the airport is full of exciting buttons and possibilities!’
The enchantingly beautiful light of Myanmar
In 1999 I was allowed to visit Myanmar (formerly Burma) for the first time and was especially enchanted by the indescribably beautiful light. Especially in the morning, when this colorful land awakens from garlands of mists and golden sunlight! I wanted to go back there and repaint this beauty in photography.
Thanks to the extremely wise advice and tips of Untamed Travelling I got the chance to guide eight people – with their noses in the same direction – to this ‘light’ fairy tale.
Malaysia’s enchantment
Malaysia what do you have much to offer, what many I have seen. From City to Jungle, from Highlands to vast lowlands; It’s all there. Chinese influences, Indian influences often with a French or English twist make this country very special to visit.
Jungle, sultans and hipsters
On a reconnaissance trip to a new destination for Untamed: Malaysia.
It was a wonderful trip, intense, gastronomic, surprising, but above all the variety of nature that stays with me, the night safaris and walks. The jungle full of life; a treasure chest of secrets, the black Malaysian scorpions, beautiful specimens in a mythical world. I can recommend it to anyone.
Colombia, south America’s most surprising country
Colombia… for me the most surprising country of South America. Spectacular, versatile landscapes, different cultures and climates but above all the incredibly welcoming, friendly population and positive energy that the country radiates…. Colombia, the only risk is wanting to stay!
Surprising and fascinating Myanmar
On the road to Mandalay… This is what it feels like when the plane approaches Mandalay airport from Bangkok. The landscape below looks green. Small villages, lots of water features. Mandalay airport is small but apparently of recent construction, located an hour’s drive from Mandalay. The passage of customs is going here at a rapid pace. Mingalabar! Welcome to Myanmar.
The deepest valleys and the highest peaks of Peru
Karen recently made a trip through Peru. Part of this was a trip through the Colca Canyon and the ‘trek of trekking’ to Machu Picchu.
Breathtaking Bolivia, land of extremes, of superlatives
For example, there is the highest city in the world as well as the highest watering lake, the largest salt flat, the highest ski area and also the most dangerous road on earth. It’s great to return to this fascinating destination after years; It was way too long ago.
Japan, land of imperial myths
Japan, the land of great contrasts, centuries-old traditions and great metropolises and one of our new destinations this year. Joseph made an exploratory journey through the ‘Land of the Rising Sun’ and wrote about it.