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  • Traveling Solo as a Woman in Oman, overlooking Palmtrees
    Oman

    Traveling Solo as a Woman in Oman: Safety, Dress Code & My Personal Highlights

    5. August 2025 /

    Oman is often praised as one of the safest countries for women traveling solo in the Middle East. I’ve explored cities like Muscat and Nizwa and in this article, I’ll share my personal experiences regarding safety, culturally appropriate clothing, and how to navigate the incredible Omani hospitality with respect. With my tips, you’ll feel fully prepared for your solo trip…

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  • Oman,  Shopping

    From Frankincense to Handicrafts: The Best Souvenirs from Oman You’ll Actually Use

    19. July 2025 /

    The moment you step into an Omani souk, you will be enchanted by the scent of frankincense and exotic spices. It is a real sensory explosion that welcomes you to a country full of tradition and craftmanship. Famous for its premium frankincense and timeless artsy goods, Oman is a real goldmine for authenticy meaningful souvenirs. Forget the typical touristy stuff…

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  • Traditional-style building of the Al Seef Area Entrance by the Dubai Creek
    Hotel,  Dubai

    Tradition Meets Comfort: My Stay at the Curio Collection Heritage Hotel Al Seef in Dubai

    28. June 2025 /

    This year I was lucky and got to travel to Dubai on a business trip – right at the perfect time, during peak travel season! Our business hotel was located on The Palm, however, aside from the convention center, the towering high-rises linig the streets and our hotel at night time, there wasn’t really anything we had the time for,…

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  • Avocado Toast on Rye Bread with a poached egg
    Portugal,  Food

    Top 3 Brunch Spots in Lisbon’s Bica District

    15. May 2025 /

    When I go on a city trip I don’t usually book my accomodation with breakfast. I feel like there is just too much time wasted in a hotel restaurant, that I could be spending exploring the city and trying out cool places for coffee, breakfast, brunch and snacks. After all, eating like the locals is part oft he experience if…

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  • Garden of the Chedi Hotel in Muscat Oman, featuring Palmtrees, lucious green grass and the ocean in the background. You can also see the white and black arabian style buildings and a terrace with wooden stools.
    Hotel,  Oman

    The Chedi Muscat – A dream of Arabian Nights by the longest pool on the peninsula

    15. April 2025 /

    Due to a burst of courage and an irrepressible inner urge to explore this incredibly beautiful country, I found myself alone on my way to Muscat in February of this year. Two weeks in Oman – in the capital. This incredible place offers so many cultural, culinary and adventurous highlights that I was overwhelmed by all these impressions and longed…

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In my heart, I feel at home anywhere in the world. For me, travel is about more than just visiting beautiful places – it’s about discovering cultures, meeting people, and building connections. I love spontaneous moments, like exploring markets, trying new dishes, or people-watching over a coffee.

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