While tracing the western edge of the Uyuni Salt Flat, we penciled in a small detour: the Aguas Termales de Empexa. On the map it looked like a tempting bonus, but on the ground we had no idea whether we …
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Ideas and practical guidance for self‑drive adventures around the world. Find route suggestions, day‑by‑day itineraries, standout stops, and realistic drive times.
Expect honest road stories and planning tips—from crossing the American West to a quiet week on Croatia’s Dugi Otok, an overland jungle route in northern Mozambique, advice for fuel‑scarce regions, and pet‑friendly stays. We focus on car rental and road logistics so you can plan with confidence.
Vrelo Bune with a dog: crowds, bans, and commercialization
Just a few kilometers south of Mostar lies one of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s best-known natural and historical sights: Vrelo Bune, the source of the Buna River. This is where the river bursts straight out of a massive karst cave system …
Mostar with a dog: a practical guide to visiting the Old Bridge and the historic center
Mostar was the first city in Bosnia and Herzegovina I came to know in my youth. It grabbed me right away with its uniqueness, turbulent history, and the mix of cultures and religions you feel at every turn. The approach …
Overnight ferry from Poland to Sweden with a dog: our experience
Crossing from Poland to Sweden on an overnight ferry was the opening chapter of our summer loop through Scandinavia and the Baltics. We sailed with TT-Line from the port of Świnoujście in Poland to Trelleborg in Sweden — and of …
Una Waterfalls with a dog: a quieter take on the Plitvice Lakes?
On the way back from the Makarska Riviera to Bratislava, we decided to liven up the journey home. We’d heard about the waterfalls on the River Una in Una National Park in Bosnia and Herzegovina more than once, but had …
Traveling with a dog from the EU to Bosnia and Herzegovina: what to know and how it works on the ground
Traveling the Balkans with a dog has its quirks, but most of the time it’s surprisingly simple—especially if you’re well prepared for the logistics. Bosnia and Herzegovina is still a bit of an unknown for many travelers, and all the …
Travelling from the EU to Montenegro with a dog: what to know and how it works in practice
Travelling around the Balkans with a dog is surprisingly straightforward—at least at first glance. Montenegro is particularly appealing for travellers with a dog: the sea, mountains, fewer crowds and relatively short drives. It isn’t an EU member state, though, which …
Norway’s AutoPASS toll system: our experience
Norway is an ideal country for a road trip. Excellent roads, little traffic, jaw‑dropping scenery and infrastructure that works almost invisibly. That “invisibly,” however, can trip visitors up—especially when it comes to the toll system. This article is based on …
Quilotoa Lagoon without acclimatization: a disaster
Our very first experience with altitude in the Andes came sooner than we would have liked: a trip to Quilotoa Lagoon in Ecuador. We set out the very next day after arriving in Quito. In hindsight, not our best idea. …
Paso de Jama Pass: crossing by car from Argentina to Chile
After a relaxed, fascinating morning on Salinas Grandes, we continue west. About 350 kilometers of completely unknown country lie ahead. On the map it looks straightforward—a winding line from Argentina into Chile, all the way to San Pedro de Atacama. …