Feb
07
2016
5
Short Stories
Arriving to New Zealand, buying a new home on wheels, first explorations of the North Island and a job in an exciting local company have taken a toll on this blog. But finally I’m free again to chase the most beautiful skylines, landscapes and animals while telling you about how I got to photograph them. Here is what happened since Hawaii in four short stories!
Dinkies first time on the beach…
Dec
04
2015Beach of Eden
Imagine the perfect beach. Hidden and secluded. Imagine fresh water rushing down a waterfall onto the sand. Imagine breathtaking cliff faces and lush tropical forests, where juicy fruits grow. Imagine a community of travelers, living together in peace. Imagine a place where money, time and power don’t exist. Imagine no more, because this Eden actually exists…
Beach of Eden
Nov
11
2015Slice of Heaven
After our bumpy start on the Big Island, Maui was supposed to be different. A smaller island, more time to explore and even a rental car to cruise around. Everything was set up for good times… and Maui did not disappoint!
Oct
24
2015Sufferfest
Six weeks on gorgeous tropical islands, no plans at all and an open schedule; total freedom on a tight budget. After a super smooth start, hitchhiking from Central Oregon to Canada, it seemed like a dream come true. But everything comes with a price. Having the picture-perfect holiday on Hawaii, while spending no money, turned out to be wishful thinking.
Oct
08
2015New Horizons
Around the middle of September my next travel companions arrive in Smith Rock. Some of you might know Basti from our previous adventures in the Slumber Queen or our time mountain biking in Canada. My girlfriend Sarah might also be recognized from earlier exploits along the US west coast and the Mojave Desert. Together we will spend six weeks backpacking the Hawaiian islands before heading to New Zealand to spend another “Work and Holiday year” over there.
Hitchhiking in the Okanagan Valley, Canada
Aug
30
2015Last Days of El Diablo
While recovering from my travel overkill in Central Oregon, I finally had a lot of time for myself. Sleeping in my own room and bed for a while was highly appreciated. Apart from reading, acting out my internet deprivation, working on my social media channels and looking after various cats, dogs and chickens, I got to do a lot of outdoor sports. Be it running, mountain biking or rock climbing, I was far from getting bored in the last few weeks. Butchering El Diablo, the mad neighbors rooster, was a welcome addition in the mix that made my time in Oregon very memorable…
Last portraits with El Diablo
Aug
02
2015There and Back Again
My journey with the Slumber Queen has come to an end. 13 month, 50.000 kilometers, 5750 liters of gasoline, 9 countries, 20 border crossings, 16 fellow travelers, 81 new Facebook friends and about 250 Quesadillas. And those are just the rough numbers…
Last picture with the camper: Old and new generation of explorers in Delta with Herb and Liane (the previous owners)
Jul
01
2015The real Mexico
Mexico is one of the biggest surprises for me on this trip. I had never thought about coming here before and knew accordingly little about it. But the natural beauty, timeworn cities, welcoming people, tranquil beach towns and unexpected roadblocks are definitely a good reason for everyone to rethink their holiday plans!
Jun
05
2015A different world in Yucatán
While driving past luxury resorts, adventure parks and crowded beaches along the Caribbean coast of Yucatán, you may ask yourself if you are still in Mexico. The tourist industry has clearly taken over this, without a doubt, once picturesque stretch of coastline. Read here why some unpredictable events still made this part of the trip unforgettable…
Whale Shark Tour Holbox Island, Mexico
May
25
2015Goodbye Central America!
Three month in Central America past by like a short summer vacation. It was a good trip, unlike any of my previous tours. From stunning beaches to smoking volcanoes and timeworn colonial cities to tropical islands, Central America offers a lot while charging little!
