Uganda, known as the Pearl of Africa, lies in the eastern part of the continent within the Nile basin and has a largely equatorial climate. While rich in untapped oil and natural gas reserves, coffee remains its main export. Despite being landlocked, nearly a quarter of the country is covered by water.
Biba, a doctor from Slovakia, has been living in Uganda since 2010, where she runs a non profit organization and leads a clinic for HIV patients. Her dedication and compassion help her stay positive despite challenging conditions.
Through Biba, we experience local life and culture, taste traditional foods like posho, fresh peanuts, and sambusas, share tea with the community, and join a local nutrition workshop.
Tenerife, the largest of Spain’s Canary Islands, lies in the Atlantic Ocean and is known for its year round mild climate and diverse landscapes. Three years ago, Dalibor from Slovakia made this island his home, drawn by life by the sea and a new opportunity. A talented chef who spent 12 years in Latin America, he later accepted an offer to open his own restaurant here. Today, he lives on Tenerife with his family and continues to build his culinary success.
We begin in the capital, Santa Cruz, where a local market reveals the island’s flavours. We visit a traditional mill producing gofio, explore a cactus farm, taste local wine, and enjoy grilled specialties prepared by Dalibor himself.
Brazil is the largest country in South America and the fifth largest in the world, known for its vast rainforests, including the Amazon, and incredible cultural diversity shaped by its people. From music and cuisine to football and the world famous Rio Carnival, Brazil is full of energy and colour.
This vibrant lifestyle brought Ivana from Slovakia to the state of São Paulo, where she now lives in the coastal town of Caraguatatuba with her Brazilian husband. After years in China, she found a new home here and works as a tour guide and translator.
With Ivana, we start the day at a local café, pick fresh jackfruit for lunch, visit a Quilombo community to make cassava flour, taste Brazilian style sushi by the beach, and end the day dancing as we prepare for carnival.
Madagascar, the fourth largest island in the world, lies off the east coast of Africa in the Indian Ocean. It is famous for its unique wildlife, from colourful chameleons and rare orchids to towering baobab trees, many of which are found nowhere else on Earth.
This natural beauty, especially its underwater world, drew Adrián from Slovakia here several years ago. He now lives on the small island of Nosy Komba, where he runs a boutique hotel and works as a diving instructor.
Nearby on Nosy Be, we visit ylang-ylang plantations, enjoy local street food, catch and taste fresh fish, try traditional rice cake, and see how Madagascar’s famous vanilla is harvested and dried.
Piedmont is a region in northwestern Italy, with Turin, a city over 2,000 years old, as its capital. It is known for outstanding wines, unique cuisine, and its own distinct dialect.
This is where Adriana from Slovakia found both love and a new home 18 years ago. Today, she works as an export manager for Italian family wineries and has built her life here.
Piedmont is famous for its rich culinary tradition, from tajarin pasta and world renowned cheeses to prized truffles and hazelnuts.
Join us as we explore and taste this exceptional corner of Italy.
Buenos Aires, the capital and largest city of Argentina, is known for its rich culture, vibrant lifestyle, and high quality of life. It gave the world iconic figures like writer Jorge Luis Borges and football legends Diego Maradona and Lionel Messi.
Twelve years ago, this city also became home to Elena from Slovakia, who moved here for love. Today, she lives here with her family and works as a translator, while enjoying music and travel.
We begin at the historic Café Tortoni with coffee and sweets, visit a local butcher for a traditional Argentine asado, explore gaucho culture, and finish in the colourful La Boca district with a taste of dulce de leche.
Zambia is a landlocked country in southern Central Africa, named after the Zambezi River. Set on a high plateau, it is one of Africa’s most water rich countries, with vast lakes, major rivers, waterfalls, and wetlands.
Angelika from Slovakia has called Zambia home for seven years. After meeting her husband in London, she settled here, where she now teaches art at a local school and raises her three children.
We begin in the capital, Lusaka, tasting roasted goat, dried tilapia, and a drink made from baobab. We learn to eat the traditional way by hand, meet local woodcarvers, and visit a primary school with Angelika.
The Maldives is an island nation in the Indian Ocean, located about 740 kilometres southwest of Sri Lanka. While its white sand beaches and turquoise waters are world famous, some of its most stunning beauty lies beneath the surface.
This incredible environment drew Petra from Slovakia here five years ago. Together with her partner Ivan, they built a small eco friendly resort. Both are passionate divers, and Petra also works as a professional yoga instructor, finding perfect balance in this island setting.
We taste local street food, breadfruit chips, and homemade ice cream, then cook tuna curry right on the beach. Beyond the scenery, it’s the warmth and friendliness of the local people that truly make the Maldives unforgettable.
Hainan is China’s southernmost island province, often called the “Hawaii of China.” Known for its tropical coastline, rainforests, hot springs, and modern infrastructure, it has become a popular destination for both locals and visitors.
This island paradise also attracted Jano from Slovakia, who settled here after 20 years of traveling the world. He now teaches English, stays active in sports, and continues learning Chinese.
In the capital, Haikou, we explore a local market, taste traditional noodle soups, and visit a volcanic stone village where we help make a local rice dessert. In the evening, vibrant street food stalls offer endless flavours before we end the day with a relaxed beachside picnic.
Yogyakarta is the capital of a special region in Indonesia, located in central Java at the foot of a volcano. It is the only place in the country where a ruling sultan still holds power, blending tradition with modern life.
Tourism is growing rapidly here, supported by expanding infrastructure and a vibrant cultural scene.
Lukáš from Slovakia arrived 12 years ago to study international business and decided to stay. He built a fair trade project focused on coffee and local spices, creating a second home in Indonesia. Together with his fiancée, he now supports both the business and the development of local farming communities.
Alberta is the fourth largest province in Canada, with Edmonton as its capital and Calgary as its largest city. It is one of the country’s wealthiest regions, thanks to vast oil and natural gas reserves, along with a strong cattle industry. For visitors, however, the biggest draw is the stunning Rocky Mountains.
Despite the harsh natural conditions, it’s the people who make this place truly special.
That’s what captured Darinka from Slovakia, who now lives here with her husband Bart, a local pastor and writer. Together, they are raising three children and supporting their community in the town of Cochrane.
With Darinka, we head to Calgary for the famous Stampede rodeo, explore the beauty of the Rockies, and taste local specialties like bison steaks and even bear sausage.
Tokyo is the capital of Japan and one of its 47 prefectures, located on the eastern coast of Honshu along Tokyo Bay. It is one of the most populous cities in the world, and the Greater Tokyo area is the largest metropolitan region on the planet.
A city of the future, Tokyo blends cutting edge technology with deep rooted tradition.
After years of living abroad, Ivica from Slovakia made this dynamic city her home 12 years ago. Together with her husband, a well travelled Japanese native, they are raising their young daughter here.
Ivica runs a small school where she teaches English and helps children develop a positive connection to art.
Nova Scotia is Canada’s second smallest province, located on the country’s eastern coast. First settled by the French in 1605 and later by the British, it is now home to just over one million people, nearly half of whom live in the capital, Halifax.
Beyond the city, the province offers rugged coastlines, lakes, and lush green landscapes.
This setting, along with love, brought Ivana from Slovakia here. After 12 years in Canada, she recently moved to her husband’s hometown. Once a chemical engineer, she now helps people reintegrate into society.
After life in sunny Cyprus, she found her true sense of home in Canada.
Lombok is an Indonesian island in the Lesser Sunda Islands, located just east of Bali and west of Sumbawa. It is home to nearly four million people, with the Sasak as the dominant ethnic group.
The island offers incredible diversity, from tropical beaches along the Indian Ocean and the Bali Sea to fertile farmland and Mount Rinjani, Indonesia’s second highest and still active volcano.
Despite growing tourism, Lombok remains peaceful in many areas. That’s what drew Marián from Slovakia, known as Lemo, who moved here four years ago.
He now focuses on environmental education for children and says he has found his true purpose on this island.
Kobe is the capital of Japan’s Hyogo Prefecture and one of the country’s major port cities. The region is known for its sake production and nearby hot springs, while the city itself stretches in a narrow strip between the mountains and the sea.
Kobe offers scenic waterfronts, the historic Kitano district with 19th century Western style homes, and a vibrant Chinatown. It is home to about 1.5 million people, including a diverse international community.
Among them is Dárius from Slovakia, who moved here eight years ago. Together with his partner Rumiko, he opened the first Slovak restaurant in Japan, where he also works as a chef.
Astana has been the modern capital of Kazakhstan since 1997. Once a stop along the ancient Silk Road, the city was founded in the 19th century and has changed its name several times over the years.
Located on the Ishim River in the vast steppes of central Kazakhstan, it is the second coldest capital city in the world. Despite its harsh climate and difficult past, including periods of famine during Soviet times, Astana has seen rapid growth since the late 1990s, with new districts, parks, and striking modern architecture.
Today, the city is home to over one million people. Among them is Beátka from Slovakia, who lives here with her husband as part of the Slovak diplomatic mission. After three years, she has fully embraced life in this unique city.
Today we head to Ningbo, a city in the Yangtze River Delta. With nearly 10 million people, it is considered smaller by Chinese standards. It is a major trading port and one of the country’s wealthiest cities.
As one of China’s oldest cities, Ningbo blends modern life with deep tradition, creating a unique urban atmosphere.
This dynamic environment attracted Mirka from Slovakia, who moved here two years ago to be with her partner Bin. The two met in Europe and chose Ningbo as their home.
Mirka studied Japanese and is now learning Chinese at a local university, finally living the Asian life she had always dreamed of.
The Azores are one of Portugal’s two autonomous regions in the Atlantic Ocean. The largest island, São Miguel, is known for its mild climate influenced by the warm Gulf Stream. Thanks to their location, the Azores once served as an important stop for early explorers.
Today, they are a sought after destination, especially for their natural beauty. Dormant volcanoes offer breathtaking views, while black sand beaches and natural rock pools line the rugged coastline.
This unique blend of ocean and lush landscapes drew Lukáš from Slovakia here three years ago. A passionate traveller, he chose the Azores as his base after years on the road. He now works remotely and enjoys a more relaxed pace of life, while still travelling often to his beloved Brazil.
Sardinia is the second largest island in the Mediterranean and an autonomous region of Italy. Its nearly 2,000 kilometre coastline alternates between sandy beaches and dramatic cliffs, with stunning coves considered among the most beautiful in the world.
Separated from mainland Italy, Sardinia has preserved much of its natural environment and avoided large scale urban development. Its mountainous interior has helped protect a strong and distinct local culture.
This unique character and crystal clear sea also captured Ľubo from Slovakia. After years of traveling, he and his wife chose Sardinia as their home, where they now run a small business, farm the land, and raise their child in a healthier, slower paced environment.
Trieste is the capital of Italy’s Friuli Venezia Giulia region, located near the Slovenian border along the Adriatic Sea. For centuries, it was part of the Habsburg Monarchy and became a crossroads of Italian, Slavic, and Germanic cultures.
Its character was largely shaped during the Austro Hungarian era, when Trieste served as a major port of the empire. The Grand Canal, built at that time, allowed ships to reach the heart of the city. Today, Trieste remains an important maritime hub with a rich multicultural heritage.
This diversity drew Ľuboš from Slovakia here 15 years ago. After working in Austria, he settled in Trieste, where he now works as a tour guide and helps his Italian husband run a ballet school. As he says, he has truly become part of this city.