Lisbon had been on my list for a while, so I took the chance to visit for two days on my way to the beautiful Azores.As the capital of Portugal with half a million residents, Lisbon has always attracted me with its romantic aura, almost like it’s frozen in a hazy, timeless vibe—somewhere between the colonial era and the 1960s.Are two days enough? Yes and no. Yes, to see the main sights; no, because when I left, I wished I could’ve stayed to experience even more.

One of my favorite places to relax by the sea is undoubtedly the Greek islands, particularly the Cyclades and the Dodecanese. Their blue waters, the fragrant wild herbs, and those charming white houses with blue roofs instantly put me in vacation mode.For this trip, I chose a destination that’s far from my usual picks. But with a good flight deal and a craving for Greece, I couldn’t resist clicking “buy” on the ticket.If you’re expecting to read about Mykonos' wild party scene, you won’t find it here. I explored the island like I do with other Greek spots, and honestly, there were moments of both delight and disappointment.

This is the second part of our incredible journey through the mysterious land of Myanmar. You can find the first part with the full itinerary in the blog, under the Asia section.

When I think of lesser-known or off-the-beaten-path countries, Myanmar always comes to my mind, alongside Uzbekistan. It’s a land that surprised me at every corner, one of those places where, in rural areas, people live in simple homes but everyone has a smartphone—a typical contrast of developing Asian nations, similar to what I later found in Vietnam and China.

This is the continuation of my journey through northern Chile, where I explore the magical San Pedro de Atacama.

Nikko is a fantastic day-trip destination from Tokyo, located in Tochigi Prefecture.

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Talking about an island like Vanuatu fills my mind with unique memories.

When you think of giant nations, you immediately think of the USA, Russia, India, or China!

My stop in Sydney is part of a larger journey that will take me to the mysterious islands of Vanuatu (more on that in a dedicated post).

When you think of Morocco, one thing immediately comes to mind: the hustle and bustle of Marrakech’s El Fna Square.

This article is meant to summarize the must-see and must-do things in Vietnam's former capital, through my eyes.