Mountaineering and trekking equipment, photography and digital nomad lifestyle tools, travel tips and recommendations, here I unravel the secrets of the world traveler ;)
Right in between the picturesque hilly landscapes of Marche, we find Museogiocando, an incredible collection of toys from all times, captivating anecdotes, and very lively scale models. (For an Italian version, scroll down) It is very well known that playing games always had a fundamental role in peoples lives, be […]
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Here’s up to date information on how to cross the Caspian Sea from the port of Kuryk (Aktau – Kazakhstan) to the Baku Sea Port in Kotal (Azerbaijan) I got to Aktau from Nukus, in Uzbekistan, on a 30 hours train ride. There isn’t much to say about Aktau, it’s […]
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Two easy border crossings in about 10 days, crossing the whole Uzbekistan from East to West and reaching the Caspian Sea. I am kind of surprised at the clear cut difference there is between one country and the other in the whole Central Asia. I mean, all of it. The […]
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The best way to cross the border between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan is through the Pamir Highway, legendary high passage on the old Silk Road. The passage between Kyrgyzstan to Tajikistan is surprisingly stunning. Surprising, because I would have never imagined there would be such a striking difference from one side […]
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A long bus drive, a funny old lady providing food, and my eyes laid upon the immensely distant horizon of the Kazakh steppes: a border crossing and some thoughts. On my way to Rome from Vladivostok via land, I made a decisive move towards the south in Russia, as I […]
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Transport in Sri Lanka isn’t just moving around, it is part of the experience, sometimes scary, sometimes fun. You can jump on buses or trains, self-drive, rent a car with a driver or a Tuk-Tuk for yourself. Here’s how to do it all and avoid scams. I spent more than […]
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Here is a short list of smartphone apps that I found useful during my travels, so far, and a little playful suggestion right at the end. New entries and regular updates are to be expected 😉 A little bit for need, a little bit by talking to other travellers, and […]
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Extending the Chinese visa when already in China is a relatively easy and straightforward process, in this post I explain how to do it The Chinese visa policy is as much as a mystery to me as, say, mathematics. Perhaps there is a logic behind, or a probability, but I […]
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So, I had this grand plan to go on some adventurous treks in the Ladhak, and doing some ecological volunteering in Spiti Valley, and spend months lost in nature around the Indian Himalayas. Instead, I snapped a tendon in my right bicep, doing some simple gardening work no less. Medical […]
Read moreHow to cross the westernmost border from Nepal to India via land, Mahendranagar to Banbasa, or the other way around. I had troubles finding the info online about this when I was looking for it, so I thought it would be useful to write them here. IMPORTANT: your Indian visa needs […]
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What equipment should I take with me for long term traveling, adaptable to different type of activities and weather conditions (including trekking and camping)? Here’s a list which strikes a good balance between weight, comfort, and adaptability. I’ve done my research and read all possible articles on travellers’ blogs and […]
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Entering the North of Laos via land from Thailand is pretty simple. From Chang Mai a bus will take you to the border. If you so desire, on the way you can stop by the famous Chang Rai’s White Temple for a couple of hours. This is more than enough […]
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