Varanasi is a historic city in India’s Uttar Pradesh, located along the sacred Ganges River. With over 1.7 million residents, most of whom are Hindu, it is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world and a major spiritual centre.
Bustling and deeply traditional, Varanasi offers a unique glimpse into India’s past and remains one of the country’s most visited destinations.
This spiritual atmosphere drew Lucia from Slovakia here ten years ago. While she doesn’t live here full time, she helps run a small guesthouse with her friend Sachin.
With Lucia, we explore narrow alleyways, learn about Hindu traditions from a cremation ghat caretaker, take part in a river ritual, and taste local dishes and spices.
The Basque Country is a historic and cultural region in the western Pyrenees, spanning the border between France and Spain. The Basque people have lived here for over 30,000 years, making them one of the oldest continuous cultures in Europe.
The northern part, known as Iparralde or the French Basque Country, lies within France’s Pyrénées-Atlantiques region. Around the coastal town of Biarritz, this area is known for its unique culture, cuisine, and relaxed coastal lifestyle.
This is where Silvia from Slovakia has made her home for the past 25 years. She works as a coach and Shiatsu therapist, helping people grow and find balance.
We begin in Bayonne, famous for its chocolate, and taste local specialties from artisan sweets and oysters to cured ham and regional cheeses.
Timor-Leste, officially the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste, is located on the eastern half of the island of Timor in Southeast Asia. The country offers beautiful beaches, rugged mountains, and remarkable biodiversity.
Its culture is rooted in local traditions and shaped by centuries of Portuguese influence. Tetum is the main language, though Indonesian and Portuguese are also widely spoken, reflecting the country’s rich linguistic diversity.
This diversity drew Zuzana from Slovakia, a young linguist who came here to study Tetum. Fluent in five languages, she now works as a translator for a Portuguese institute and has built strong connections with the local community.
We begin in the capital, Dili, where we explore the flavours and traditions of Timorese cuisine.
The Slovene Littoral forms the western part of Slovenia along the northern Adriatic coast, bordering Italy’s Friuli Venezia Giulia region. This coastal area blends Mediterranean charm with a rich cultural and historical heritage.
Though Slovenia’s coastline is short, it offers remarkable diversity, from picturesque seaside towns to mysterious karst caves inland.
Silvia, originally from Slovakia, has lived here for 13 years. She studied tourism, built a family, and fell in love with the sea and local lifestyle.
We begin in Koper, the centre of Slovenia’s coast. After visiting the fishing harbour and market, we explore nearby vineyards, search for truffles, and taste local specialties, from olive oil to more adventurous dishes.
Da Nang, located at the mouth of the Han River, is Vietnam’s third largest city and a key port in the central part of the country. Today, it is rapidly developing and offers a mix of modern city life and natural beauty.
Its long beaches along the South China Sea, lined with modern buildings, often remind visitors of Miami. Just beyond the coastline, mountains and Buddhist temples create a striking contrast.
This balance attracts many digital nomads, including Nela from Slovakia, who moved here a year ago. She hopes to build a future in tourism and enjoys the healthy, active lifestyle.
With Nela, we discover that Da Nang is more than its skyline, from busy streets filled with motorbikes to local shops and street food offering flavours you’ve likely never tried before.
Chiang Mai is the economic and cultural centre of northern Thailand, located in a mountainous region north of Bangkok. Founded in 1296 as the capital of the Lanna Kingdom, it sits along the Ping River, a major tributary of the Chao Phraya.
The region is known for its unique cuisine, rich in herbs and spices, and its deep cultural traditions.
This enchanting part of Thailand became a second home for Róbert from Slovakia. In 2016, he survived a near death experience here and was saved by a local woman, who later became his wife.
Together, they share their life with us as we explore local farms, a coffee plantation, traditional silk making, and enjoy authentic Lanna home cooking.
Kenya, located in East Africa, is one of the continent’s most populous countries, known for its diverse people and landscapes. Its climate ranges from tropical coastlines to cooler highlands and arid northern regions, while vast savannas and the Great Rift Valley offer breathtaking scenery. The central highlands, including Mount Kenya, provide ideal conditions for farming, but the true heart of the country lies in its people. This is what brought Dária from Slovakia to Kenya, where she works in humanitarian aid. She met her husband here and is now raising a family. We begin in the capital, Nairobi, visiting a local community to experience daily life. Along the way, we taste traditional dishes, tour a tea factory, and gain insight into the culture of the Maasai people.
About one third of Taiwan’s population lives in the capital, Taipei, and its surrounding metropolitan area. Founded in the early 18th century by Chinese settlers, Taipei became an important trading hub in the 19th century. Over time, control of the island shifted between different powers. Taiwan became a Chinese province in 1886, with Taipei as its capital, was later ceded to Japan, and returned to Chinese administration after World War II. Today, Taipei is a modern, densely populated city and the political, economic, and cultural centre of Taiwan. Filip from Slovakia has lived here for seven years. After studying Chinese, he stayed to work as a radio host. With Filip, we explore authentic Taiwan, from street food and home cooking to tea culture and traditional rice treats.
Ghana is a West African country on the Gulf of Guinea, home to over 30 million people, most of whom are Christian. After centuries of colonial rule, it gained independence in 1957.
Our journey takes us to the coastal town of Elmina, founded by Portuguese explorers as the first European settlement in West Africa. The historic Elmina Castle once served as a gold trading post and later became a centre of the transatlantic slave trade.
Today, fishing is the main source of income, and beyond the busy towns, you’ll find peaceful beaches and a slower pace of life.
This lifestyle drew Karol from Slovakia here 14 years ago. Now a pastor, he supports the local community and cares for children and the elderly.
We begin at a lively fish market, taste traditional Ghanaian breakfast, and visit a nearby lagoon where sea salt is harvested.
Réunion Island is an overseas department of France, located about 200 kilometres southwest of Mauritius and one of the European Union’s most remote regions. With an active volcano on its southern coast, warm beaches in the west, and mountains and forests across the island, Réunion offers both adventure and relaxation.
From light and dark sand beaches to turquoise waters, lagoons, coral reefs, rainforests, and waterfalls, the island is full of natural beauty.
Janka from Slovakia has lived here for 14 years with her French husband. She teaches yoga, focuses on family life, and bakes for local shops.
We begin with fresh French pastries, then explore Creole cuisine, taste rougail saucisse and zembrocal, and discover how local plants are used for perfumes and natural soaps.
Mexico City, the capital of Mexico, is one of the largest cities in the world. Originally founded by the Aztecs around 1325 as Tenochtitlan, it has grown into a vibrant global metropolis rich in culture and diversity.
Today, it brings together people from all backgrounds, from indigenous communities to international residents.
Among them is Zuzka from Slovakia, who came “just for a while” and has now lived here for 11 years. She works as a model and promoter, and her passion is Latin dance.
We begin near the historic centre, where the flavours of Mexico come alive, tasting tortillas in many forms, traditional pulque, ant larvae, pozole soup, and testing our limits with spicy sauces.
Colombia, in northern South America, is home to about 52 million people. Our journey takes us to the Boyacá region in the Eastern Andes, set on the high Altiplano plateau at around 2,200 metres above sea level.
At its heart lies the colonial town of Villa de Leyva, a place that captured the heart of Dodo from Slovakia. He moved here 11 years ago, started a family, and now runs several guesthouses.
We begin in this charming town, visiting a local market filled with unique specialties. We try traditional ajiaco soup, experience a friendly game of tejo, learn how panela is made from sugarcane, and for the brave, even taste giant ants. We end with a rich Colombian barbecue.
Kenya’s coastline stretches along the Indian Ocean from Somalia in the north to Tanzania in the south. Coastal communities rely mainly on fishing, while those inland combine it with farming. The region offers stunning landscapes and warm, welcoming people.
This is what drew Daniel from Slovakia here four years ago. He works with a non profit supporting local children and has adopted three himself, seeing his work as a true calling.
We begin in the coastal town of Malindi, a gateway to Kenya’s beautiful beaches. We buy fresh fish at the market, cook with friends in a nearby village, taste roasted cashews, learn about cassava farming, practice bargaining, and prepare a festive pilau together.
Nayarit is one of Mexico’s 31 states, located along the Pacific coast and among the country’s smaller regions. Its shoreline features not only beautiful beaches popular with surfers, but also vast mangroves that are home to hundreds of bird species.
Beneath the surface lies another world, one that drew Lucia from Slovakia here. Originally from Banská Štiavnica, she has dedicated her life to protecting sharks and now works with marine biologists to educate the next generation.
We begin in the town of San Blas with a spicy breakfast, then switch things up by baking sweet banana bread. We discover the many ways tortillas are enjoyed, best with fresh guacamole, and head out to sea to explore the mangroves.
Austin, the capital of Texas, is one of the fastest growing cities in the United States, with nearly one million residents. Its skyline of modern high rises is home to major tech companies, earning it the nickname “Silicon Hills.”
The city is also known for its vibrant music scene, film festivals, and the University of Texas, one of the top public universities in the country.
This mix of opportunity brought Jozef from Slovakia here with his family three years ago. Together with his wife, he works to connect Slovak and American businesses.
With Jozef, we experience the real Austin, from Texas barbecue and cowboy boots to rodeos and good times with friends.
Samarkand is the second largest city in Uzbekistan and one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. With nearly 600,000 residents, history is present at every step.
Russian is still widely spoken, though Uzbek is the official language, and a strong Tajik community adds to the city’s cultural diversity.
This rich environment also became home to Lucia from Slovakia, who moved here from the UK after meeting her husband Laziz. Together they run a private school for hundreds of students.
With Lucia, we explore Samarkand’s flavours and traditions, visiting Siyob Bazaar for spices, silk, and ceramics, tasting fresh samsa, learning how bread is baked in a tandoor, and enjoying homemade plov.
Osaka sits on the southwest coast of Honshu, Japan’s largest and most important island. A major economic hub, its strategic location makes it a key transportation center in the Kansai region.
Today, Osaka is known for its vibrant culture, incredible food scene, and modern architecture.
Diana from Slovakia has been living here for eight years, where she built a life with her family. Fluent in Japanese, she turned her passion for the language into a career as a translator and tour guide.
With Diana as our guide, we’ll explore Osaka through its flavours. We’ll visit a restaurant serving traditional ramen, sample street food favourites, and, thanks to her family and friends, step inside local homes to experience true Japanese hospitality.
Mongolia is a vast Asian country with just over 3.5 million people, making it one of the least densely populated places on Earth. Its landscape is dominated by endless steppes, with taiga forests in the north and the Gobi Desert stretching across the south.
Once the heart of Genghis Khan’s empire, the largest in history, Mongolia today attracts those seeking adventure. Its raw nature and limited infrastructure feel like a journey back in time.
Alena from Slovakia has called Mongolia home for over 40 years. She lives between the capital, Ulaanbaatar, and the countryside, where her husband is from, and still guides Czech and Slovak travellers.
We begin in Ulaanbaatar, the world’s coldest capital, exploring its bustling market. We’ll taste roasted sheep’s head and warm milk vodka, ride into the степpe for fresh kumis, and finish with a traditional хорхог prepared on Alena’s ranch.
Porto lies in northwestern Portugal along the banks of the Douro River, just before it flows into the Atlantic Ocean. It is the country’s second largest city and a historic port that has long connected Portugal to the world.
Built on hills, Porto winds through narrow streets lined with colourful stone houses. The old Ribeira district reveals everyday life, while modern avenues show the city’s vibrant present.
The scent of coffee, port wine, and ocean air creates a unique atmosphere that also drew Bianka from Slovakia. A graphic designer and guide, she has called Porto home for four years.
With Bianka, we’ll explore hidden corners of the city, taste local specialties, visit nearby Aveiro’s salt fields, enjoy sweet treats, and of course, savour the famous port wine aging along the Douro.
Alexandria, Egypt’s second largest city, lies on the western edge of the Nile Delta along the Mediterranean coast. Named after Alexander the Great, it was once a centre of Greek learning and remains the country’s most important port.
Today, Alexandria blends ancient heritage with Mediterranean charm and a touch of oriental chaos.
This unique atmosphere also drew Dominika from Slovakia, who moved here three years ago. A seasoned traveller working remotely, she quickly fell in love with the city.
We’ll explore bustling markets and spice shops, sample fresh bread and local flavours, enjoy a traditional Egyptian breakfast, and try the famous Alexandrian liver sandwich. We’ll end the day with homemade dishes and warm hospitality among Dominika’s friends.
Marrakesh lies in the heart of Morocco, about 150 kilometres from the Atlantic coast. Known as the “Red City,” it gets its name from the clay used to build its walls and houses. The air is filled with the scent of spices, the sounds of bustling streets, and the colours of vibrant markets.
At the centre is the famous Jemaa el-Fnaa square, surrounded by a maze of narrow alleys.
This energy drew Adina here. We’ll begin in the Medina, tasting roasted lamb, then dive into the evening street food scene at Jemaa el-Fnaa. We’ll see how argan oil is made, visit the Ourika Valley for riverside tagines, and explore Berber villages with Adina’s friend Mohamed. Along the way, Moroccan mint tea will be part of every moment.
Africa is a continent rich in biodiversity and diverse cultures, often called the cradle of humanity. Its untamed and wild nature makes it an extraordinary travel destination.
Our journey begins on the west coast of Cape Verde’s Boa Vista, where we’ll taste fresh seafood. In Ghana, we’ll learn how to prepare the national dish, fufu, a staple of everyday life. In Uganda, our guide Biba will introduce us to chicken cooked in banana leaves, and we’ll visit a marginalized community in Burundi.
We’ll also head to Kenya for a delicious local breakfast prepared by women from the community, experience the exotic side of Zambia at a crocodile farm, and finish on Réunion Island, where we’ll learn how to make flavoured rhum arrangé.
Europe may be small, but it’s incredibly diverse. Within a compact space, hundreds of languages, cultures, and traditions come together. This “Old Continent,” as it’s often called, is a place we’ve visited many times, yet there is always more to discover.
Today, we return to places that deserve to be seen. From small Adriatic towns and the peaks of the Julian Alps to Italian culinary specialties, Spanish fig groves, and traditional French ovens, we’ll explore the flavours, scents, and stories that make Europe unique.
And in the end, we’ll travel thousands of kilometres south to French Polynesia, where vineyards grow among turquoise waters. Europe reminds us that beauty isn’t far away, sometimes, all we need to do is look around.
Asia. A continent where icy Siberia meets the tropical pulse of Indonesia. A place of endless contrasts, where one moment you stand in an ancient temple, and the next in the heart of a hypermodern city.
Our journey begins near Ankara, on an eco farm where people live in harmony with nature. In the Maldives, we’ll prepare a breakfast of tuna and coconut, with the Indian Ocean just steps away. In India, we visit Varanasi, the spiritual heart of the country, and in Timor-Leste, one of the world’s youngest nations, we explore a cacao farm.
But Asia is more than rainforests and white sand. It’s also modern energy. On China’s Hainan Island, we’ll taste Cantonese roasted pork, and in Japan, discover technologies shaping the future.
Join us as we explore an Asia full of extremes, energy, and balance.