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Over the Atlas Mountains into the heart of the country – Morocco the 2nd!

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  After the first turbulent experiences and adventures in Morocco (link to article), we realise that we also have to follow the busy route south to find the beautiful sides of the country. We always drive along the coast, toll-free and away from the motorway. Via Casablanca, where we have the new alternator we bought in Germany fitted as a precaution and explore the city a little while. We continue via the capital Rabat, with a short and relatively pleasant… Read more…

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Ferry to Morocco – All about the crossing from Italy with GNV

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  For many, various questions arise before a ferry crossing, especially if it is a journey with such a long time on board, as with the 52-hour crossing of the Mediterranean. In this article, you can read about the questions we asked ourselves and the experiences we had with the ferry to Morocco. Short and sweet in advance: Check-in does not take place at the vehicle! You have to go to the appropriate counters in the building at the beginning… Read more…

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The land of big hearts and fascinating landscapes – Armenia

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  Although situated at an altitude of almost 2000 metres, the weather on the shores of Lake Sevan is mostly mild and we spend relaxing days in hammocks and camping chairs. The only visitors we get are the herds of cows and goats that pass by every day.         In terms of area, Armenia is less than half the size of Bavaria, but it has an average altitude of just under 1,800 metres, making it one of… Read more…

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The Shiny Side of the Medal in the Caucasus – Armenia

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  Armenia, Georgia’s small neighbour, we approach with scepticism on the one hand – I wonder if the mentality and friendliness here might be different? – but on the other hand, completely unprejudiced. Because when we cross the border, we are still quite uninformed about the country itself. This is not necessarily a disadvantage, but in the case of Bulgaria, for example, it revealed a really nice surprise. Only about the entry itself did we try to inform ourselves in… Read more…

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Entering Armenia with your own vehicle

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  Entering Armenia with your own vehicle (coming from Georgia) Status: 06.2022 Border crossing: Sadakhlo – Bagratashen Summary in a nutshell: Vehicle interior is inspected in two places Pillion passengers have to cross the border separately on foot, including passport control no import tax for motorbikes Step 1 Import vehicle: pay tax at the counter of Ararat Bank. Payment optimal in AMD (9850) alternatively in EUR (22) or GEL (75) – as of 05/22 Step 2 Import of vehicle: Closing… Read more…

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First Steps in the Caucasus – Georgia

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Already on the Turkish side, we could notice a change in the vegetation. The further north we moved, the greener it became. This culminated on the Turkish Black Sea coast in slopes full of tea plantations! But we have been looking forward to new discoveries in Georgia for a few days already, so we quickly head towards the border. As usual, we are not allowed to cross the border together in the vehicle. Sophia has to cross the border on… Read more…

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Foray through Lycia

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  Warmer temperatures and exciting discoveries on the Lycian coast are what we expect from a return to the sea. From Pamukkale, we travel through a freshly snow-covered mountain landscape, where we make a stopover. Here, during the night, the temperatures actually drop noticeably to -5 degrees. It is only mid-March, but we could hardly imagine this for the sunny country of Turkey at this time of year.     Between the towns of Fethiye and Kemer lies a stretch… Read more…

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Where the muezzin calls!

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  Hoş Geldiniz – Welcome to our first lines from the multifaceted beauty of Turkey! After a smooth border crossing, the first stamp on this journey is in our passports. we are allowed to stay without a visa for 90 days! Sounds like a lot at first, as we have never been in a country for such a long time before. But after the first few kilometres we realise that the distances are different here. Turkey is twice as big… Read more…

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Spring is coming – Greece is blooming!

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  After Tenio’s blood sample is on its way to the laboratory, we are off to the sea again. But wait, just “around the corner” there is an archaeological site to visit, Epidauros, which is said to be worth seeing because of its theatre. Therefore, on the way from the vet to the sea, we stop at the ancient former sanatorium. The huge visitor car park gives us an idea of what must happen here during the peak tourist season…. Read more…

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“Jassas” from Greece!

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  How does it actually “winter” in Greece? We would like to find out for ourselves and, after a great time in Bulgaria, head south. The online form for entry into Greece is filled out, and an inexpensive rapid antigen test is sufficient. This can certainly be done shortly before crossing the border. We researched in advance on the internet, but couldn’t find anything solid. Well, that will be cleared up on the spot! After all, when we entered Bulgaria,… Read more…