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Part of Italy, Sardinia is blessed with amazing beaches and crystal clear waters. But it is not only the beaches that should convince you to visit. This gorgeous islands has much more to offer to its visitors: unique archaeological sites; beautiful cities; quaint villages; hiking, climbing and mountain biking; traditions, festivals and concerts; delicious food and fantastic wines – just to name a few.

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A Local’s Guide To The Things To Do In Sardinia

by Claudia Tavani | Sep 17, 2018 | Italy, Sardinia

There are many more things to do in Sardinia than one would expect. It is a real pity that the vast majority of people outside of Europe don’t even have an idea of where Sardinia is, so that when they visit Italy, they limit themselves to the most famous attractions,...

35 Simply Unmissable Things To Do In Namibia

by Claudia Tavani | Aug 27, 2018 | destinations, Namibia

There are many more things to do in Namibia than one would expect. This southern Africa country is incredibly vast, yet it marks as the second less densely populated country in the world, dominated as it is by the desert. Needless to say, the landscape is beautiful...

20 Things To Know Before Camping In Botswana

by Claudia Tavani | Aug 20, 2018 | Africa, Botswana, destinations, Ecotourism, Planning ahead

Going camping in Botswana with And Beyond is a once in a lifetime experience. My first safari ever was in Botswana. Though I had read a lot about safaris, and a few of my friends had been on one before me, I didn’t know what to expect before going. All I knew was that...

Where To See Wildlife In Botswana

by Claudia Tavani | Aug 9, 2018 | Botswana, Ecotourism

There are many places to see wildlife in Botswana. Rumor has it that this is one of the best countries on the continent to observe animals in their natural environment, and to do so in a completely responsible manner. I was curious about it, but knew nothing about...

Ten Reasons To Visit Trentino In The Summer

by Claudia Tavani | Aug 2, 2018 | Italy

I was only 10 the first time my parents decided to visit Trentino for our summer holidays. I don’t have detailed memories of the places we visited (my mother refreshed my memory and told me we visited Val di Fiemme and Val di Fassa), but I do remember that we kept...

Three Short But Rewarding Hikes In The Dolomites Of Trentino

by Claudia Tavani | Jul 24, 2018 | hiking, Italy

There’s many amazing hikes in the Dolomites, and a lifetime wouldn’t be enough to do them all. Part of the Alps and scattered across the North East of Italy across the regions of Trentino - Alto Adige, Veneto and Friuli Venezia Giulia, the Dolomites are a UNESCO World...

15 Absolutely Unmissable Things To Do In Cape Town

by Claudia Tavani | Jul 10, 2018 | Africa, South Africa

“You will need more than 5 days in the Mother City, there are too many things to do in Cape Town!” Those were the words the Nelson, my South African friend, told me when I smiled at him announcing that I’d be staying 5 full days in Cape Town. Interestingly, I thought...

The 10 Best Places To Visit During A Trip To Israel

by Claudia Tavani | Apr 3, 2018 | Destination Guides, Israel

My first trip to Israel was in November 2016. I spent just a week there, visiting Jerusalem and falling in love with Tel Aviv. I liked it so much that even before leaving, I vowed to go back as soon as possible. So, I made sure to travel to Israel again in the spring....

The Most Fantastic Things To In Do Cuba: The Ultimate Guide

by Claudia Tavani | Dec 15, 2017 | Central America, Cuba, Destination Guides

There is such a wide range of things to do in Cuba, that it would be a pity to go for just a week. I love traveling to Latin America. I have a particular obsession for this amazing continent, and Cuba has always ranked very high on my bucket list. Although I have...

How To Visit Mount Etna Without Any Hassle

by Claudia Tavani | Oct 24, 2017 | Accommodation, hiking, Italy, volcanoes

Mount Etna is the cherry on the cake of my volcano expedition to Sicily. After hiking the Gran Cratere in Vulcano and Mount Stromboli, I am looking forward to conquering Mount Etna. After all, it has been a dream of mine for a long time. And the regular news reports...

Why Vulcano Is The Perfect Adventure Island

by Claudia Tavani | Oct 22, 2017 | hiking, Italy, volcanoes

I went to Vulcano to experience yet another volcano hike, and discovered an island that has so much more to offer than I ever expected. When I finally arrive in Vulcano, after more than 12 hours of traveling from Spain, the night has fallen already. I have heard the...

Everything You Need To Know To Hike Volcano Stromboli

by Claudia Tavani | Oct 19, 2017 | Italy, volcanoes

I didn’t just get to Volcano Stromboli. I also got to listen to its voice. And it was a thrilling experience. As a proper volcano and hiking junkie, I could no longer postpone a trip to the Aeolian Islands. I had hiked various active volcanoes in the world. I had gone...

10 Fantastic Things To Do In Maldives For All Kinds Of Travelers

by Claudia Tavani | Oct 12, 2017 | Beaches and beach life, Maldives

They are many things to do in Maldives, that are perfect for all kinds of travelers. Whether looking for a relaxing holiday or for a bit of adventure, the Maldives are an incredible place to visit. I had been dreaming to go to the Maldives for years. As a sea lover, I...

Everything You Need To Know To Visit Mount Bromo, Indonesia

by Claudia Tavani | Aug 21, 2017 | Indonesia, volcanoes

“Looking down the crater of an active volcano is a thrilling experience. But Mount Bromo, in Indonesia, is much more than just that.” I have not always been a volcano-nerd. In fact, before visiting Central America, I had never really considered the possibility of...

What to expect when volcano boarding on Cerro Negro, Nicaragua

by Claudia Tavani | Aug 14, 2017 | Central America, Nicaragua, volcanoes

28 June 2018 Update: in the 3 times i have visited Nicaragua, I have always felt safe. Yes, I am aware of crime issues (especially petty crime, and especially in bigger cities such as the capital), but I have never encountered any real issue. But starting in April...

Everything You Need To Know When Going On A Hike Of Pacaya Volcano, In Guatemala

by Claudia Tavani | Aug 10, 2017 | Central America, Guatemala, hiking, volcanoes

Who knew that hiking an active volcano would be possible? Hiking Pacaya Volcano is a fun, rewarding experience! I can’t really say where my obsession with volcanoes comes from - all I knew when I visited Guatemala was that I wanted to hike up Pacaya Volcano. I grew up...

The Ultimate Guide To The Best Beaches In Sardinia

by Claudia Tavani | Jul 13, 2017 | Destination Guides, Italy, Sardinia

It finally is that time of year and giving my selection of the best beaches in Sardinia sounds about appropriate. I have not done it in the past because I have a real hard time to keep the list of Sardinia beaches short. There are so many that deserve to be visited...

27 Unmissable, Fun And Cheap Things To Do In Rome

by Claudia Tavani | Jul 7, 2017 | Destination Guides, Italy

For as many times as I have been there, I have never had troubles finding incredible things do to in Rome. The range of Rome attractions is just fabulous. I don’t think many other places in the world can offer such a great mixture of historical landmarks,...

Twenty Things To Do In Tel Aviv That Will Make You Fall In Love With It

by Claudia Tavani | Jun 12, 2017 | Destination Guides, Israel, Middle East

It is no secret that I am in love with Tel Aviv, and that it is pretty much the only city where I can see myself living, other than Cagliari, where I grew up. There are so many things to do in Tel Aviv, so many places to visit, that I am never quite done exploring....

All The Places To Visit In Jordan For The Ultimate Adventure

by Claudia Tavani | May 10, 2017 | Destination Guides, Jordan

I had wanted to visit Jordan and go to the most famous places to visit in Jordan for a long time. I even purchased flights to Amman at some point back in 2010, then a last minute job interview forced me to cancel my trip. My idea back then was to flash-pack through...

I did visit Chernobyl – and it was truly worth it

by Claudia Tavani | Mar 16, 2017 | Ukraine

“Dear Claudia, we’d like to invite you to visit Chernobyl.” It was with these words, and a few more details, that David – one of the founders of Planet Chernobyl – invited me to go on a short trip to Ukraine to visit Kiev, and (well, obviously) Chernobyl. I stared at...

My ultimate packing list

by Claudia Tavani | Feb 15, 2017 | Planning ahead, travel gear

Disclaimer: Some of the links in this article help support My Adventures Across the World at absolutely no extra cost to you. I am not sponsored by the brands I mention, they are simply products that I like and regularly use during my travels and as such I recommend....

The 17 Best Places To Visit In India

by Claudia Tavani | Feb 5, 2017 | Asia, Destination Guides, India

Writing a post on the best places to visit in India is not an easy task. If I include some, but don’t mention others, some may be disappointed – and rightly so. The truth is that India is a huge country, it would take anybody a lifetime to visit all of it, and I can...

Traditional and Alternative Things To Do In Jerusalem

by Claudia Tavani | Dec 18, 2016 | Destination Guides, destinations, Israel, Middle East

Before visiting, I used to think that pretty much all the things to do in Jerusalem would relate to its ancient history, with its being one of the holiest cities in the world and the meeting point of the three most important monotheistic religions. I had just returned...

Seven Touristy And Not So Touristy Things To Do In Slovenia

by Claudia Tavani | Oct 11, 2016 | Destination Guides, Slovenia

Slovenia has hardly ever been on my list of places to visit. It is so close to Italy and fairly easy to reach (not too easy when you actually live on an island like I do, actually), that I thought I would visit Slovenia one day anyways, and never really made an effort...

33 Incredibly Fun Things To Do In Vietnam In 15 Days

by Claudia Tavani | Jun 3, 2016 | Asia, Destination Guides, destinations, Vietnam

33 Things To Do In Vietnam In 15 Days I visited Vietnam with my sister, as part of a larger trip across South East Asia. I didn’t know what to expect and had little idea of all the things to do in Vietnam. We spent 15 days traveling from North to South before crossing...

Don’t ride that elephant

by Claudia Tavani | May 22, 2016 | Ecotourism, Rants

The sad truth about the use of animals in tourist attractions A few months ago, when my trip to South East Asia was still in the preparation phase, my sister (the only person I really enjoy traveling with) and I started browsing any possible material we could find in...

Visiting Angkor Wat And Other Amazing Things To Do In Siem Reap

by Claudia Tavani | May 3, 2016 | Asia, Cambodia

Visiting Angkor Wat is definitely among the top things to do in Siem Reap and one of the best things to do in Cambodia. To many it is the cherry on the cake of a trip to South East Asia. It surely was for me, and I am glad I have left it as the very last of the things...

Why Koh Chang Is One Of The Best Islands In Thailand

by Claudia Tavani | Apr 25, 2016 | Asia, destinations, Thailand

There are so many islands in Thailand, all of them beautiful and different from one another, that deciding where to go can be a daunting task. I decided to go to Koh Chang, considered one of the best islands in Thailand, because I felt it suited all my needs. After...

13 Fabulous And Simply Unmissable Things To Do Bangkok

by Claudia Tavani | Apr 6, 2016 | Asia, Destination Guides, destinations, Thailand

Who knew that there are so many things to do in Bangkok? I stopped there for a few days during my second trip to South East Asia, on my way to Vietnam. After having visited Indonesia in October 2015 on what was an enlightening experience as well as a complete cultural...

A Guide To The Greatest Things To Do In Argentina

by Claudia Tavani | Jan 5, 2016 | Argentina, Destination Guides, South America

With so many things to do in Argentina, it is easy to fall in love with it. Don't get me wrong, I fell in love with many of the countries I have visited. For example, I have officially declared my love for Nicaragua. But Argentina holds a special place in my heart, I...

25 Fantastic, Fun And Unique Things To Do In Indonesia

by Claudia Tavani | Dec 10, 2015 | Asia, Destination Guides, Indonesia

With all the things to do in Indonesia, I am surprised that most people who visit Indonesia usually go straight to Bali and skip other beautiful attractions located in other parts of the country. This is a real pity. I have been lucky enough to visit Java, the Komodo...

How to be an Unsuccessful Backpacker

by Claudia Tavani | Sep 11, 2015 | Rants

A lot of travel bloggers enjoy bragging. They are all about the number of countries they have visited (hint: often times, they have just gone through a country during a bus ride on their way to a different once, but since they got a stamp on their passport they still...

Why did I not meet the lovely, friendly Cubans everyone talks about?

by Claudia Tavani | Aug 21, 2015 | Central America, Cuba, Misadventures, personal

What’s up with people visiting countries and always, inevitably and predictably falling in love with its people? Each time I plan to visit a new place, I spend hours on the web reading about it. Travel blogs, online magazines, guides, travel diaries and what not. I...

The Most Awesome Things To Do In Nicaragua

by Claudia Tavani | Jun 22, 2015 | Central America, Destination Guides, Nicaragua

There are so many things to do in Nicaragua, that I will never be done with it! 28 June 2018 Update: I have always felt safe in Nicaragua, in the 3 times I have visited. Yes, I am aware of crime issues, especially in bigger cities such as Managua, and as I explain...

The Most Incredible Seven Things To Do In Uruguay

by Claudia Tavani | Apr 17, 2015 | Destination Guides, South America, Uruguay

There's many more things to do in Uruguay than meets the eye, travelers are in for a treat. Compared to the rest of the Spanish speaking countries in South America, Uruguay is tiny and often wrongly ignored by travelers. The common misconception is that there aren’t...

The Best Guide To The Things To Do In Girona

by Claudia Tavani | Jan 21, 2019 | Spain

I was honestly, yet very pleasantly caught by surprise by all the things to do in Girona. Bridges, cobbled alleys, a mighty looking cathedral, fantastic restaurants and lovely small cafés, and an infinity of small boutiques that will be the blessing (or the curse,...

11 Fantastic Attractions In Besalu

by Claudia Tavani | Jan 17, 2019 | Spain

Besalú is a lovely, beautifully preserved small town in Garrotxa, part of Catalonia. It’s about half way between the Pyrenees and Costa Brava, and right at the edge of La Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park. In medieval times it was the capital of an independent...

The Perfect Hiking Packing List For A Long Distance Trek

by Claudia Tavani | Jan 14, 2019 | hiking, Planning ahead, travel gear

This hiking packing list for a long distance trek has everything you need to take with you to make the most of your trip. I have become quite an expert on packing, to the point that I am usually packed for any trip in under one hour. And with time, I have learned to...

The Most Beautiful Hikes In Garrotxa: A One Week Itinerary

by Claudia Tavani | Jan 10, 2019 | hiking, Spain

There are some incredible hikes in Garrotxa - it'd be silly to miss them! Hiking in Garrotxa is a fantastic way to discover this beautiful region. Come to think of it, hiking is a great way of discovering any place. That’s why I regularly go on long distance hikes,...

11 Reasons Why You’ll Love Phinda Game Reserve

by Claudia Tavani | Jan 7, 2019 | Africa, South Africa

If you do just one safari in South Africa, do it at Phinda Game Reserve. As many of you have probably realized by now, I have a new favorite country – South Africa. I have already been three times, and there’s a likely fourth coming up sooner than I thought. The last...

The 31 Best Beaches In Cuba

by Claudia Tavani | Jan 3, 2019 | Beaches and beach life, Cuba

If you are looking for the best beaches in Cuba, search no further! I am quite an expert on gorgeous beaches, as I grew up in Sardinia an island that has the most impressive concentration of jaw dropping beaches. You see, I am hardly ever impressed when I get to a...

10 Perfectly Good Reasons To Ski In Val Di Sole

by Claudia Tavani | Dec 31, 2018 | Italy

If you are a fan of winter sports, you have to ski in Val di Sole, Trentino. Val di Sole is one of the most charming valleys of Trentino; the kind of place where you may get the impression time has stopped. Surrounded by beautiful mountains that called to be hiked and...

A Winter Guide To Val Di Sole

by Claudia Tavani | Dec 27, 2018 | Italy

Val di Sole is one of the most scenic valleys of Trentino, in Northern Italy, and a side valley to the more famous Val di Non. This is the kind of place where you’ll find majestic mountains, glaciers, forests and rivers, charming villages and mountain farms. With...

Visiting Japan Off The Beaten Path: The Gorgeous Shikoku

by Claudia Tavani | Dec 24, 2018 | Japan

When travelers commission me to plan a custom Japan itinerary, the majority of them have the same request. They want to go off Japan's beaten path, but not so far that they need to extend their trip, or skip "staple" destinations like Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka. My...

Trinidad, Cuba: The Most Complete Guide

by Claudia Tavani | Dec 20, 2018 | Cuba

Time has stopped in Trinidad, Cuba. A fantastic mix of colonial architecture and vintage cars, this city is an absolute must see. One of the nicest cities in the Caribbean region is Trinidad, Cuba. This is one of the first Cuban cities founded by the Spanish (around...

15 Beautiful Places To Visit In Jaisalmer

by Claudia Tavani | Dec 17, 2018 | India

Many places to visit in Jaisalmer are so beautiful that it would be a shame to miss them. There are many incredible places to visit in India, and Jaisalmer is definitely one of them. With its roughly 90000 inhabitants, and much smaller compared to Indian megalopolis,...

17 Fun And Unmissable Things To Do In Hanoi

by Claudia Tavani | Dec 13, 2018 | Asia, Vietnam

There are many fantastic things to do in Hanoi. Some are simply unmissable, others are pure fun. Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is one of the most interesting places to visit in the country. It’s a typical Asian metropolis, with traffic, chaos and noise that can at...

5 Perks Of Flying Business Class

by Claudia Tavani | Dec 10, 2018 | Planning ahead

Flying business class is the best way to start a trip, especially if traveling with Turkish Airlines. Those who regularly travel for business know how important it is to maximize their time and to be able to work even during a flight or – if the flight is an overnight...

20 Fabulous Places To Visit In South Africa

by Claudia Tavani | Dec 10, 2018 | Destination Guides, South Africa

There are so many incredible places to visit in South Africa, that one may spend a lifetime exploring it. I have been to South Africa three times. I have returned from my latest trip less than a month ago, and I still feel compelled to buy yet another flight to go...

27 Absolutely Unmissable, Fun And Quirky Things To Do In Havana

by Claudia Tavani | Dec 6, 2018 | Cuba, The Caribbean

The range of things to do in Havana is incredible, and you will inevitably fall in love with this crumbling, charming city. Full of mystery and charm, Cuba is a favorite of travelers who, despite the difficulties they encounter, are fascinated by it. Havana is the...

17 Reasons To Visit The Volcanic Region of Catalonia, La Garrotxa

by Claudia Tavani | Dec 3, 2018 | Destination Guides, Planning ahead, Spain

La Garrotxa, the Volcanic Region of Catalonia, is one of the most beautiful, unique yet undiscovered regions of Catalonia. This region is set between the Pyrenees and Costa Brava and it is part of the Girona Pyrenees region, in the province of Girona. It borders with...

Where To Stay In Tel Aviv: Recommendations By An Almost Local

by Claudia Tavani | Nov 29, 2018 | Accommodation, Israel, Middle East, Planning ahead

Looking for where to stay in Tel Aviv shouldn’t be a hard task: the city is packed with good accommodation options for any budget and interests. Different parts of the city, however, have a different appeal and a different feel and your choice of accommodation in Tel...

Five Smart Ways To Get Tickets To The Colosseum And Skip The Lines

by Claudia Tavani | Nov 26, 2018 | destinations, Italy, Planning ahead, travel hacks

Getting tickets to the Colosseum in Rome is easier than you can imagine. Continue reading to find a way that suits you! You have finally arrived in Rome, the Eternal City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and you’ve had a great time till the moment you’ve laid food...