Yves On The Road

Food

Beers Of Colombia

Fancy another stop on my beer tasting tour through South America? After Ecuador, Peru, Chile, Argentina and Uruguay, it was time to point the bombilla… sorry, the bottle opener… at Colombia. And what a country to do it in. Colombia has it all. The mountains, the rainforest, the beach. From

My 2026 Travel Calendar

It's that time of year when you're looking back and forward all at once. I spent the better part of January scrolling through my 2025 photos—thousands of them, just sitting there in my cloud, occasionally making an appearance as my phone's lock screen.

City Trip

A Newcastle Walking Tour

Your walking tour through Newcastle begins at the historic Central Station, a magnificent Grade I listed building located approximately 268 miles (432 km) north of London King's Cross. This iconic railway station holds a special place in British history as one of the first to feature an arched

Safari

Impressions from Etosha National Park

Welcome to a breathtaking expedition through the remarkable landscapes of Etosha National Park, a true jewel of Namibia's wilderness. Stretching over 22,935 square kilometers (8,855 square miles)¹, this iconic park is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts. Its diverse ecosystems, from arid savannas to shimmering salt pans,

Hiking

The Horizontale 2023 in Jena

This year I took part in the Horizontale, a challenging and picturesque long-distance hike that led me through the stunning landscapes surrounding Jena. Join me as I recount my experiences and delve into the highs and lows of this arduous adventure. Lace up your hiking boots and immerse yourself

New Domain

Hello fellow readers! I have exciting news to share with you. I have moved to a new domain, and you can find me now at www.yvesontheroad.com 🌐 I apologize for any inconvenience during the transition. If you encounter any issues, please let me know, and I'll be

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The Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge

Hello fellow readers, at the end of June 2017 I'm going to tackle the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge and I need your support! I'm joining a team from IntoUniversity for the challenge and together we're trying to raise funds for IntoUniversity. "IntoUniversity provides

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Impressions from Seoraksan National Park

Seoraksan National Park, in Hangul: 설악산국립공원 and in the revised romanization of Korean: seoraksan-gungnipgong-won, is one of twenty-one national parks of South Korea. It was incorporated on 24th of March 1970, back then it was the 5th national park overall, and it is governed by the Korean

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Lost in Translation - The Top 10 Chinese Sign Fails

Chinglish or Chinese English is omnipresent when you're travelling through China and is always good for a photo, an anecdote or a laugh when you're trying to cope with the culture. I snapped some pictures while I was crossing the country, read here, here or here

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One Day in Suzhou

Suzhou is a city in the east of China, not far from the Taihu Lake, a large freshwater lake in the Yangtze River Delta. Somehow the name is ambiguous because it lies in an administrative area of the same name. The city is home to around four million people, whereas

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One Day in Wuzhen

Wūzhèn is a historic scenic town in the southern part of the Yangtze River Delta. It lies south of the Taihu Lake roughly in the middle of a triangle formed by Hangzhou (~ 60 kilometres/40 miles to the south-west), Suzhou (~ 60 kilometres/40 miles to the north) and Shanghai

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One Day in Nanjing

Nanjing, beautifully situated in the Yangtze River Delta, is home to more than 8 million people. It lies approximately 300 kilometres to the west of Shanghai and is one of the transportation hubs in eastern China. The city is divided by the Yangtze, the city centre being on the south

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A Guide to Drinking in San Francisco

Tired of the same old guides of San Francisco? You probably read something like this a thousand times: Go see the Golden Gate bridge. Avoid Fisherman's Wharf, it's a tourist trap. Ride the cable car, yada-yada-yada. Well this is a different take on seeing

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A Boy On The Road - Destinations

It's 2016 (the first anniversary of this travel diary lies already in the past) and if you haven't noticed yet, A Boy On The Road has a brand new destinations page. It comes full with glorious maps and flags of all the 35 countries (still counting)

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Koyasan - Partying With the Monks

Mount Kōya is the name of eight sacred mountains in the Wakayama Prefecture circa fifty kilometres South of Osaka. The site and its surroundings were settled in 819 and are now known as the headquarters of the Shingon sect of Japanese Buddhism. Koyasan is part of a pilgrimage route through

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Ten Spots to Visit in Seoul

According to the Global Power City Index (GPCI) Seoul is placed sixth after London, New York City, Paris, Tokyo and Singapore in a listing which ranks the global importance of cities. The city and the country are vibrating areas and in contrast to Europe and North America embrace a different

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The Top 5 Places to Visit in Belize

Belize is not your typical Central American country, for instance it is the only country whose official language is English. A mix of ethnic groups ranging from Garifuna and Mayan is another unique feature. Not to mention the fact that it was formerly ruled by the British Empire, being known

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5 Things to Do in Lyon

Here are five places you should definitely mark on your map when you visit this beautiful french city in the heart of the Rhône-Alpes region. 1. Climb the hill Fourvière, take a peak inside the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière and enjoy the stunning views of the city.

Music

An Excursion to Argentinian Punk and Rock

When travelling in South America you get to a point where you simply get too much of Romeo Santos and his Merengue compañeros, and to be honest my pain threshold isn't that high, so this happened very fast. So what better idea as to hide in your headphones

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Antigua - Guatemalan Gemstone

Antigua Guatemala, meaning ancient Guatemala, is a city located in the heart of the highlands of Guatemala, approximately 50 kilometres West of Guatemala City, the current modern capital. The city served as the third capital of the Captaincy-General of Guatemala (an administrative division of the Spanish Empire) for more

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The Top 25 Apps You Will Need While Traveling

When you're traveling your mobile phone sometimes becomes the most important item you packed. It's your gateway home, it's your research platform, it's your jukebox, it's your communication center and so much more. Be sure to pack your external battery

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Vancouver - O Canada!

No visit of the Pacific Northwest would be complete without a detour to Canada. So I packed my bags and toured the beautiful Vancouver. The city of Vancouver is the northern tip of the so-called megacity which runs along the Portland–Seattle–Vancouver corridor. It's the largest

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Portland - Keep It Weird

The correct version of the unoffical slogan cited in the title is actually "Keep Portland Weird" and promotes an out-of-the-box thinking for inidviduals, whether regarding to lifestyle, culture, work, leisure or art. To which degree Portland is weird, everyone has to decide by themself. Portland,

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Shaver Lake - Relaxing in the Midst of the Sierra Nevada

Shaver Lake is one of those hidden gems you are able to experience only because locals take you there or tell you about it. The lake and the town of the same name are about one hour east of Fresno, circa 60 kilometers or 40 miles, and lie in the

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A Visit at the Sierra Nevada Brewing Company

The smell of hops, barley and wheat lies in the air. Small clouds cast shadows over the brewery buildings. Beer bottles reflect in the glass of a cabinet. Meanwhile I'm waiting impatiently for my guided tour to start... Those are impressions from the Sierra Nevada Brewing Company. This