Author: Maria Angelova
Maria is a 20-something traveling disaster roaming the world. She’s crazy about mirto from Sardinia, speaking in foreign languages (even if she can't, actually mostly if she can't!) and studying fortune-telling. She is one of the founders of 203challenges.com and, god forbid, its editor-in-chief.
12 midweek mini trip ideas for when you can’t take a day off
The challenge: Do something cool and adventurous this Tuesday (no day off from work required)!
Big adventures are inspiring and they are great for im [...]
13 quotes about Greece that explain why people love it
You don't need much to love Greece. Usually it's enough to visit it. No matter whether you've already visited the country or you are planning a trip t [...]
7 unique and unusual things to do in Sibiu, Romania (+map)
Sibiu is one of the most idyllic places to live according to a 2008 Forbes publication, and while I haven't lived there myself, I can at least swear i [...]
Melbourne, Australia – famous cities through the eyes of locals
The best way to explore Melbourne is to combine its most famous sites with the secret places only locals can show you. For the second part, let our lo [...]
13 useful tips before you head on a road trip to Australia
Road tripping is one of the best ways to explore Australia, as it allows you to see the many different faces of the country. When a bunch of Europeans [...]
Winter challenge: Jump into a warm, open-air mineral pool while snowing
The challenge: Jump into a warm, open-air mineral pool while it’s snowing
There are plenty of warm, mineral pools in the open air around the world. H [...]
All the Noise of It: Living in a Tuscan Hilltown – excerpt from the book
Discover Tuscany beyond the stereotypes and delve into the life of the American photographer Christopher H. Warren who moved to the almost abandoned t [...]
5 unique little towns in Italy for true explorers
The challenge: Step out of the big cities in Italy and discover the secrets of its small towns
Italy has so much to see that you could easily get ove [...]
The 5 best Bangkok temples to visit if you’re short of time
If you have limited time in Bangkok (or limited time for temple visiting in Bangkok), here's a list of five of the best temples in Bangkok, among them [...]
How to eat tarantula in Cambodia – a complete guide
We challenge you: Eat a tarantula in Cambodia like a pro
If you like experimenting with food during your travels, Cambodia is a country you'll love. [...]