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Gunther and Christine Holtorf´s 23-year roadtrip

August 6, 2012

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The name of this blog might be The Constant Traveller, but that doesn’t mean that I travel all the time – unfortunately. Its more like a metaphor for people, like me,  who are obsessed with travelling – even when they are not. So when I read an article about Christine and Gunther Holtorf ,I just […]

La Mamounia in Marrakech launches day-pass!

June 29, 2012

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The incredible La Mamounia Hotel in Marrakech in Morocco has launched a day-pass, which allows non-guests to use the facilities at the hotel for a day! If you are in Marrakech on a budget, this is a great way the experience one of the best hotels, I have ever stayed at. You can lounge by […]

236 Hurumzi Hotel in Stone Town on Zanzibar

February 16, 2012

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The island of Zanzibar, just of the coast of Tanzania, does not only have some of the best beaches in the world, with crystal clear blue water, but also the magical capital Stonetown is well worth a visit. If you´re going to East-Africa, you must make a trip to the island of Zanzibar. And if […]

Travel photographer of the year 2011!

January 8, 2012

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The Travel Photographer Awards (TPOTY) has announced its winners for 2011 and I’m delighted to be able to show you a few of my favorites. The TPOTY Awards was founded by professional photographer Chris Coe and Karen Coe in 2003. Theres 15 different categories and the images will be displayed at the Royal Geographical Society […]

Good places to eat in Marrakech

December 2, 2011

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Terrasse de Épices In the heart of the Medina you will find the mellow and cool rooftoop restaurant Terrasse de Èpices. Its owned by the same people who own the popular Café de Epices (see below). They make a delicious tajine de poulet aux olives, but don’t serve alcohol. You can always head to the popular Café Arabe […]

Maison de la Photographie Marrakech

November 6, 2011

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A great place to visit especially if you are interested in history and vintage photographs is Maison de la Photographie in Marrakech. The beauty and tranquility of the place makes it worth a visit, even if you are not interested in photography. The small museum is inside  a white washed riad in the medina and feature a […]

Top ten travel fiction books!

November 4, 2011

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When you travel, always bring a big, fat novel. It’s perfect for spending passtime in airports and train stations and the best kind of escapism I know. If you are stuck at home and don’t have time and money for a travel adventure you can get a little adventure fix by reading one or more […]

Riad Ariha in Marrakech

October 22, 2011

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Well tucked away inside the labyrinthic Medina (Old City) in Marrakech behind a small wooden door, you´ll find Riad Ariha. Riad Ariha is a five-room Riad, owned by a Canadian/Palestinian couple who lives in Canada, but comes to Marrakech every three-month. The rooms are small, but clean and cosy and the Moroccan staff is unbelievable […]

La Mamounia – the best hotel in Marrakech!

October 9, 2011

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On a (very, just returned last night) recent trip to Marrakech with my sister, I had the pleasure of staying at the completely fabulous and iconic hotel La Mamounia. This is definitely a serious competitor to my all time favorite hotel The Imperial in Delhi, India.You must treat yourself to a stay at the hotel, even if […]

The most dangererous beaches in the world!

September 19, 2011

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Although more people dies from dog bites than shark attacks, I’m sure more people fear sharks than dogs. And there have been an 25 % increase in sharks attacks on humans last year. That said, just eight people in the states was killed by sharks, compared to 230 by dogs last year. But for someone like me […]

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