Workaway Mexico: Of Cats and Shamans – Mexico Part 2
Madeleine
This is the second part of my reportage about my three-year life in Mexico. In the first part I talked about what it is like to live with a Mexican family – and how...
Traveling alone as a woman
Traveling Alone as a Woman: 7 Advice You Should Ignore
When I was alone as a woman for the first time, I had a queasy feeling – but at the same time a huge feeling of freedom. Friends, family and even strangers constantly wanted to...
2-Day Hut Hike in the Karwendel: Soaked by a Thunderstorm – and saved by a Schnitzel
I just wanted to get out. Two days off, hike, reach a hut somewhere – and see how far I get. Without a plan, but with a lot of curiosity in the backpack and...
Women unpacking: How safe Mexico really is (Part 2)
This series of articles deals with the question: How safe is Mexico really – for women who travel alone or live here? I lived in Mexico for three years and...
Women unpacking: How safe Mexico really is (Part 1)
5 women. 5 stories. I lived in Mexico for three years. Again and again I was asked, ‘Isn’t Mexico totally dangerous?’ This question did not let go of me – and finally...
Where to travel alone as a woman? 7 safe countries in Europe
Traveling alone as a woman can be an incredibly enriching experience. But in addition to the adventurous spirit, the sense of security also plays an important role. "Secure" doesn’t just mean being protected from crime...
Traveling alone as a woman: The best evening activities
Before I embarked on my first solo journey, many questions crept into my head – especially how I should organize my evenings alone. While during the day unforgettable experiences waited for sightseeing,...
Traveling alone as a woman: your solo travel adventure
Traveling alone as a woman can be exciting and liberating – there are many benefits, but also challenges you have to overcome as a traveler. The freedom to embark on the adventure...
Why traveling alone absolutely sucks – and at the same time is awesome
Do you know the feeling when life just hits both sides of a medal in your face? This is exactly how it is to travel alone. There are days when you feel like the hero...
Challenges on the way: Moments when I almost gave up
Travel always sounds like a dream. The sun on the face, the backpack on the back and the feeling of infinite freedom. But the truth is, there are moments when you...
