How I saw: Prague, the Heart of Europe
1. 10. 2023
Prague covers an area of 496 square kilometres and has around 1.3 million inhabitants. Prague is also widely regarded as one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. The historic city centre with its unique panorama of Prague Castle, the largest castle complex in the world, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
But for me, this city is much more. When I first saw the footage, I said it really is the most beautiful city in the world. Where I started is where I ended, our journey and my round the world trip is over and I really hope you enjoyed it with me. Come to Prague to Old Town Square, around the Vltava River to see our bridges, the skyline of Prague Castle and St. Vitus Cathedral itself. When you stop by, please write me a message, we'll go for one of our "national treasures" together - beer.
How I saw: Iceland, the Land of Fire and Ice
30. 9. 2023
Iceland is a Nordic island nation on the border of the Arctic and Atlantic Oceans. With a population of 372,520 people and an area of 103,125 km², it is the most densely populated country in Europe.
I don't know a person who hasn't had Iceland buried deep in their heart after visiting it. The country is full of incredible natural beauty that seems to have far more power than anywhere else. It's no wonder either, the island sits right on the mid-Atlantic ridge, and as a result is geologically and volcanically active. Inland is a plateau characterised by sand and lava fields, mountains and glaciers. Iceland's climate is very much warmed by the Gulf Stream and, despite its high latitude at the Arctic Circle, the island has only a moderately cool climate with little variation in temperature throughout the year. For me the island offered almost everything from the weather. :)
How I saw: Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands
11. 9. 2023
Amsterdam is the capital and most populous city of the Netherlands. Amsterdam is known as the Venice of the North because of its many water canals. The canals are also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Amsterdam was founded at the mouth of the Amstel River in the North Sea. The waterway was dammed to reduce the risk of flooding. The name of the city literally translates as dam on the Amstel. Originally a small fishing village in the late 12th century, it has become an important world port. It saw its greatest development during the Dutch Golden Age in the 17th century, at which time the Netherlands was an economic power. Amsterdam gradually became a leading centre of finance, trade and art production.
For me, Amsterdam was a very quick stop with absolutely amazing weather and atmosphere, which I tried to capture for you. If you are from Europe, go and see for yourself anytime, every time of the year will offer something different. And if not, try to plan your trip through this city. :)
How I saw: New York City
2. 9. 2023
New York City, the most populous city in the United States, lies at the mouth of the Hudson River in the Atlantic Ocean. It was founded by the Dutch in 1625 as New Amsterdam. For a few years, New York City tried its hand at being the capital of the United States, but today it holds its position among the cities with the greatest fashion influence, and because of its bustle, it is also known as the City That Never Sleeps or the Big Apple.
The city is quite different from the rest of the states, towering skyscrapers above the mass of walking people is something you won't find elsewhere in the United States. In the city you will find everything you desire, peace, danger, adventure, shopping and most importantly a plethora of gastronomic options (here I would like to mention Pizza for a Dollar. :) Come with me and take a walk and a little flight through New York, a city with a great atmosphere.
How I saw: Norfolk, Washington, D.C. and Philadephia
29. 8. 2023
Norfolk is the second largest city in the state of Virginia and an important military port since 1917, while Washington, D.C. has been the capital of the United States since 1800, although it was founded a decade earlier as a tribute to the first president of the United States. Finally, Philadelphia, the city where the Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution were written.
Visiting Norfolk was an experience for me, it's where warships are made, it's the largest port of its kind in the world and the home of NATO's defence. Seeing the Hornet aboard a warship was really something special. After a cruise through the harbour we move to the US capital. Washington, D.C. is a clean, safe city with no skyscrapers and why? That's due to a regulation that makes it illegal for buildings to exceed the width of an adjacent street by more than 20 feet (6.1 m). Come with me to see some of this city's greatest icons, the Capitol, the White House, the Washington Monument, a number of memorials, and to honor the soldiers by sitting quietly by the water at one of them. Time to move to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania's largest city. The city has a very important place in the history of the United States, where the Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution were written. From 1790 to 1800, it served as the capital of the United States. At the end of October 1918, the "Congress of the Central European Union" was held there, of which Tomas Garrigue Masaryk was elected president. And it is also the city of Rocky. :)
How I saw: East Coast road trip
27. 8. 2023
Although the entire drive was from Key West, which you can see in the Florida video, this video takes you from Orlando to the gates of Norfolk Harbor. Of course, we didn't stop there, but we couldn't fit everything in one video. :)
Please get on board, our journey from Orlando to the gates of Norfolk is full of beautiful hidden places. We'll visit the oldest town in the United States, St. Augustine, travel to Jacksonville, Savannah and dance our way through Charleston. Finally, we'll take a ferry to Hatteras Island to get ready for the big three, but I'm getting ahead of myself. :) Please use your safety belt, the road trip is about to begin. :)
How I saw: Florida, the Flower State
21. 8. 2023
Florida was discovered in 1513 by sailor Juan Ponce de Leon during the Easter holiday, which the Spanish are calling Pascua Florida (Feast of Flowers), hence the name of the Land of Flowers - La Florida. In the United States of America, Florida is also commonly referred to as the Sunshine State. Less commonly, the Alligator State, the Orange State or the Flower State.
If you tell anyone who knows anything about Florida that you have been to Orlando, they will immediately ask about Disney world. So I have not been there. :) Our wanderings took us south, to Miami beach and then on to Key West. On the way back we stopped not only for a baseball game, but also for a tour at the Kennedy Space Center. If your steps ever take you through Florida, enjoy them as much as I did and don't forget to eat well in Key West. :)
As I saw it: Las Vegas, the city that never sleeps
17. 8. 2023
Las Vegas is the largest city in the state of Nevada in the United States of America. The entire Las Vegas area is especially known for its nightlife.
Its heart is Las Vegas Boulevard, or rather the 6.8 km long Las Vegas Strip. In this part are located most of the hotel complexes, which are also giant casinos. 18 of the 25 largest hotels in the world are located here. Although it is said that Vegas is the City that never sleeps, I fell asleep within the first few moments in my hotel room. I actually broke a lot of rules and even left "with a profit“. :)))
How I saw: Joshua tree park, Lake Havasu and Horseshoe Bend
8. 8. 2023
Nature is something that is truly surreal in the US, like being on several different planets. I'm taking you on three today, to Joshua tree park, Lake Havasu and Horseshoe bend in the Grand Canyon.
Joshua Tree National Park is located in southeastern California. It became a national park in 1994. Prior to that, it was a United States National Monument since 1936. It covers an area of 3,196 km. It is named after the short-leaved yucca (Yucca brevifolia), or Joshua Tree, which grows naturally here. A large part of the park is wilderness.
Lake Havasu - The lake is located on the Colorado River, which also forms part of the border separating California from Arizona. Most people who know Havasu will think of what they call the World Famous London bridge :), but I'll tell you about that when I see you. For me it's mainly the lake itself and the Topock Gorge area, a canyon north of the lake on the Colorado River.
Horseshoe Bend is located 8 miles downstream on the Colorado River from Glen Canyon Dam and Lake Powell Reservoir. It is part of the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. The Horseshoe Bend Reservoir is visible from the steep bluff above the river. The overlook is at an elevation of 1 300m, and the Colorado River flows at an elevation of 980m. Ahead you can see the Paria Plateau and the Vermillion Cliffs. On the right, the river leads to Lake Powell in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. On the left is the vast Navajo Indian Reservation. The rock faces of Horseshoe Bend contain hematite, platinum, garnet, and other minerals.
How I saw it: Los Angeles
4. 8. 2023
Los Angeles is one of the world's most important centers of culture, science, technology, international trade and education, and you know a lot of things that don't really belong in LA.
What do you think about Los Angeles or LA? The Hollywood sign on the world famous hill? The Walk of Fame? Venice beach? Because we're basically done with that, all other tourist areas don't belongs directly under LA anymore, like Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Malibu. Come with me and take a walk and fly not only on Hollywood Boulevard.
How I saw: San Francisco
27. 7. 2023
San Francisco, officially the City and County of San Francisco, is a city on the West Coast of the United States. It is located in the northernmost part of the San Francisco Peninsula, south of the Golden Gate at the mouth of San Francisco Bay.
What comes to mind when you say San Francisco? The Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz... For me, San Francisco was full of surprises. So many flowers at every turn, hundreds of people walking their dogs on the beach, much more steeper hills than I expected and especially the summer in San Francisco, which is so cold and windy, that I asked myself where is this sunny California until I got a classic sunburn:). Come with me to see the fort, the bridge, Lombard street or the redwood forest, for me a wonderful experience and a gateway to the United States.
How I saw: Tokyo, the largest city in the world
21. 7. 2023
Tokyo is the capital and most populous prefecture of Japan. It is also the political and economic center of the country, as well as being the seat of the Japanese emperor and national government. As of 2022, the prefecture had a population of 13,988,129. Greater Tokyo is the largest metropolitan area in the world, with a population of 40.7 million as of 2022.
When I arrived in Tokyo, I took advantage of most of the things that are supposed to make traveling around such a huge city easier. Subway tickets, luggage storage and a capsule hotel. And everything has its pitfalls:) if I wrote about Osaka offering absolutely everything, it's true for Tokyo many times over. Temples, streetfood alleys, a gaming district, a shopping district, parks, oases of peace and quiet and endless discipline in traffic. Take a moment and look into the life of the greatest city in the world, I'll guide you.
How I saw: Mount Fuji, the icon of Japan
19. 7. 2023
Mount Fuji (Japanese: 富士山, Fuji-san) is the highest mountain in Japan. It lies in the Chūbu region on the border between Shizuoka and Yamanashi prefectures west of Tokyo, from which it is visible in clear weather. The mountain stands alone in the middle of the lowlands off the Pacific coast of Honshu Island.
At 3,776 m, Mount Fuji is the highest mountain in Japan and is currently considered an active volcano with a very low probability of eruption. The last recorded eruption was the so-called Hōei eruption in 1707, when the city of Edo (now Tokyo), 100 kilometres away, was covered by a layer of ash. The crater (Nai-in) is about 700 metres wide. The rim of the volcanic crater is roughly circular in shape, from which grow six projections called the 'six petals of Fuji'. These protrusions give the impression of a bumpy peak. It is said that every Japanese should climb the mountain at least once in his lifetime.
How I saw: Kyoto in Japan, a city saved from war
18. 7. 2023
Kyoto (Japanese: 京都市; Kyoto-shi) is a city in Japan with a population of over 1.5 million. Kyoto was formerly the capital of the whole of Japan, and is now the capital of Kyoto Prefecture. It is also known as the millennial capital.
Kyoto is considered the cultural center of Japan. During World War II, Japanese cities were severely damaged by Allied bombing, only Kyoto and its 1,600 Buddhist temples, 400 Shinto shrines, palaces, gardens and architecture were spared. As a result, Kyoto today is one of the best-preserved cities in Japan. Kyoto is home to some of the most famous temples, shrines, palaces and gardens in Japan. Now you can look inside on some of them with me.
How I saw: Osaka, the third most populous city in Japan
17. 7. 2023
Osaka is the main financial centre of Japan and is considered one of the most multicultural and cosmopolitan cities in Japan.
My first introduction to the Land of the Rising Sun was in Osaka. In a city that offers absolutely everything and for everyone. An incredible variety of flavours of Asian food in the Dotomburi area and still a huge number of temples and shrines. The landmark is Osaka Castle, which was destroyed in 1868 and today you can only see its concrete replica.
How I saw it: Laos - Pakse and Bolaven Plateau
9. 6. 2023
Pakse is the capital and most populous city of the southern Lao province of Champasak and the second most populous city in Laos. It is located at the confluence of the Xe Don and Mekong rivers and has a population of approximately 95,000.
Pakse was the capital of the kingdom of Champasak until its unification with the rest of Laos in 1946. The resemblance of Wat Phou temple to Cambodia's Angkor Wat is not accidental and can be served as a luxury appetizer. Unfortunately, the Bolaven Plateau is a place that has been one of the most bombed places in history several times during the Vietnam War and unexploded ordnance can still be found in the area. The waterfalls adorning the local landscape are breathtaking and you can stare at them endlessly.
How i saw: Ubon Ratchatani province - city in Isan region
7. 6. 2023
Ubon Ratchathani is one of the four main cities of Isan (along with Khorat/Nakhon Ratchasima, Udon Thani and Khon Kaen), also known as the "Big Four of Isan". The city is located on the Mun River in the southeast of the Isan region of Thailand.
The whole region is distinctive in its dialect, culture and food. Ubon Ratchathani is most famous for its annual Candle Festival, held in July to commemorate the beginning of the rainy season when Buddhists go into retreat, Wan Khao Phansa, also called Buddhist fasting. Ubon is still a place not much affected by tourism.
How I saw: Temples in Phang Nga Province
3. 5. 2023
Phang Nga is one of the southern provinces of Thailand, on the coast of the Andaman Sea to the west and Phang Nga Bay to the south.
At 6:00 am I get on my scooter and set off to visit the most famous temples in the province. At the end of the day, I have 280 km more on my odometer and countless temples I didn't even stop at. Watch the video with me to see what beautiful buildings you can see in the province and if you are in the area, be sure to stop by some of them at least for a while, even though they don't look like that many times, they are real.
How I saw: Cheow Lan Lake in Khao Sok Park
22. 4. 2023
Cheow Lan Lake is an artificial lake created by the diversion of the Klong Saeng River. It took approximately one year to completely flood the 185 km² basin.
Due to the flooding of this large area, 385 families from Ban Chiew Lan village were displaced. The relocation of animals was done by boat and helicopter to prevent them from drowning or starving to death on the newly created islands. Today, you can still see elephants, tigers and other animals in the wild.
How I saw: Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia)
8. 4. 2023
Kuala Lumpur, or "Muddy Confluence," "Muddy bay" and "Muddy city," commonly referred to simply as KL, is the largest and capital city of Malaysia.
For me, the city is a combination of all cultures, smells and tastes and because there is so much of everything, I can't navigate it at all. But everyone can find what they are looking for if they want to find it. The dominant feature of the whole city is the Petronas towers, the tallest building in the world until 2003. Enjoy a quick fly-through in the video, not only from a bird's eye view.
My day at Rawai Muay Thai gym
22. 11. 2022
In Rawai Muay Thai in Khao Lak we train 6 days a week, twice a day. For fighters, the preparation is a little more special than for an ordinary visitor.
If you persevere, Muay Thai will always reward you. Believe me, I am proof that it is never too late. The gym accepts anyone regardless of age, gender, religion or weight category. Do not be afraid and write to them, try it, you will be delighted.
Trip from Khao Lak to Little Amazon
13. 11. 2022
It will take you about half an hour's journey from Rawai Muay thai to visit Little Amazonia.
By taking a boat ride, you will see not only a large piece of natural history, but also typical fauna for Thailand. Be sure to try it, it's fun.
Loy Krathong
8. 11. 2022
During the full moon of the Thai twelfth month, you can celebrate one of the most beautiful holidays, Loy Krathong.
With a small made boat (Krathong), everything bad that happened will then sail away with it. Don't forget to light a candle on your Krathong, insert a hair (if you don't have one like me, a piece of nail is enough) and insert a few small coins for the Goddess of water - Ganga and enjoy the attached video.
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