Monkeys And Mountains Adventure
I am an adventure travel blogger who offers hiking and primate based trips. You can find out more at https://monkeysandmountains.com/.
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Monkeys and Mountains Adventure Travel
https://monkeysandmountains.com/
Adventure by day, luxury by night. Monkeys on request.
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My Favorite Places to Eat in Munich
Should I really share my favorite places to eat in Munich? I'm torn, I really want visitors to Munich to eat at places besides the usual touristy places, but ... Read more
Posted on 16 July 2012 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL -
How to Become a Better Photographer in Less Than 5 Minutes
I never would have believed that it was possible to become a better photographer in less than 5 minutes. But that’s exactly what I learned on a trip to the... Read more
Posted on 12 July 2012 PHOTOGRAPHY, TRAVEL -
South African Wildlife: Beyond the Big 5
South African wildlife is so much more than the "Big 5" with an abundance of species that are captivating in their own right. And yes, that includes monkeys! Read more
Posted on 11 July 2012 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL -
Bayreuth: The City of Culture, Palaces and Beer
Bayreuth is the city of culture, palaces and beer! Home to the world's largest beer museum and a UNESCO designated Opera House it's worth a visit. Read more
Posted on 09 July 2012 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL -
Meet Flo: A Seven Year Hotel Guest Who Has Never Paid
Flo arrived to the Falkensteiner Hotel & Spa Carinzia seven years ago and shows no signs of leaving. Not surprisingly, Flo has become a bit of a local... Read more
Posted on 07 July 2012 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL -
Wildlife of Yellow Water Billabong
The Yellow Water Billabong was the highlight of my visit to the Northern Territory inspiring me to take over 600 photos in 2 hours, but in the process I forgot... Read more
Posted on 05 July 2012 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL -
A Sensory Visit to an Aroma Park in Montseny, Spain
One of the things I love about traveling is that you learn things you had no idea you wanted to learn about. My visit to Parc de les Olars (“Aroma Park” in... Read more
Posted on 04 July 2012 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL -
Finnish Cooking Methods: According to an Eccentric Reindeer Farmer
On a visit to a reindeer farm in Iso-Syote, I expected to see reindeer and learn more about reindeer farming, which I did. What I didn’t expect was to pick up... Read more
Posted on 29 June 2012 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, FOOD & DRINK, TRAVEL -
Cute Goat Photos
come with a price! I discovered this first hand on my E-bike and Eating Adventure around the Tegernsee in Germany. I was happy to come across a field of well... Read more
Posted on 28 June 2012 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
Hiking in the Drakensberg Amphitheater
The Drakensberg Amphitheater is home to the highest peaks in southern Africa, a UNESCO World Heritage site and offers incredible hiking opportunities. And if... Read more
Posted on 28 June 2012 DESTINATIONS, OUTDOORS, TRAVEL, TREK -
Summer Rodelbahn in the Nassfeld: Calling All Adrenalin Junkies
A Summer Rodelbahn should be on every adrenalin junkie’s list to try at least once in their lives. I could have ridden it all day! I hadn’t heard of a “Summer... Read more
Posted on 25 June 2012 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL -
Les Magnolies: What a 17 Course Meal Looks Like
Yes, you read that right, 17 courses at Les Magnolies. I was looking forward to it all week during my time in Montseny Natural Park. Read more
Posted on 22 June 2012 DINING OUT, FOOD & DRINK -
Can Visiting a Fertility Cave in S. Africa Make You Pregnant?
“You are here for a purpose, something has brought you here” were the wise words from Oliver our guide to Songoman, a shaman cave near Clarens in S. Africa. Read more
Posted on 20 June 2012 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL -
Conversations with a Benedict Monk in Norcia, Umbria
You know your conversation with a Benedict monk is going to be interesting when one of the first things he says is “I have a lover…” his eyes dancing with... Read more
Posted on 19 June 2012 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL -
Mallorca: A Photojourney
Mallorca: A photojourney to some of the most beautiful places on this popular island. Read more
Posted on 14 June 2012 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL -
Zulu Language: The Coolest Sounding Language I’ve Ever Heard
’ Zulu language is simply the coolest language I’ve ever heard. I love the clicking sounds, which sound easy to imitate, but in reality take some practice as I... Read more
Posted on 13 June 2012 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL -
Activo Park: An Exhilarating Day in Umbria
I love adventure. I love challenges. I love looking down, way down, knowing that if I fall at best it will really hurt, at worst…. Read more
Posted on 12 June 2012 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL -
Montseny Natural Park: A Slower Way of Life
Montseny Natural Park is a UNESCO designated biosphere located in Catalonia, Spain, approximately 100km north of Barcelona. Life in Montseny Natural Park has a... Read more
Posted on 11 June 2012 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL -
Cucina Povera: Peasant Cuisine is Back in Style
Cucina Povera, or peasant cuisine, is back in style – not only in Italy, but also the rest of the world! Cucina Povera is not some radical diet, but a cuisine... Read more
Posted on 10 June 2012 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL -
Lesotho: A Land I Want to Explore
Lesotho is a country completely surrounded by S. Africa, bordered by the Drakensberg in the east, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in S. Africa that offers up some... Read more
Posted on 07 June 2012 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL