![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/PA140012-1038x576.jpg "Soweto")
Actually, Soweto stands for South Western Townships. However, considering the amount of rain in the past two days, the meaning hinted at in the title also seems appropriate. Continue reading So-wet-o
Category Archives: Wide, Wide World
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/P9241584-1038x576.jpg "Mullerthal Trail")
Hiking in Little Switzerland
My last day in Luxembourg I spent with an activity that may not come to mind immediately when thinking of this country. Still, it is quite possible (and also fits my interests quite well): a hike in the Little Switzerland. Continue reading Hiking in Little Switzerland
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/P9211351-1038x576.jpg "View from the Bock")
City without castle
Unfortunately, today was rather rainy. Luckily, I have already spent one morning exploring the City of Luxembourg. So, I had already seen a bit of the old town, and was happy to spend my time today in several museums. Continue reading City without castle
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/P9221431-1038x576.jpg "Vianden Castle")
The Castles of Luxembourg
Today, I visited some of Luxembourg’s castles: First, I had a look at the most well-known (and most visited) castle of the country in Vianden. Then, I went on to Clervaux for the three museums in its castle. Continue reading The Castles of Luxembourg
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/20180921_162311-1038x576.jpg "Esch-sur-Sûre")
The village in a hole
I am spending this weekend in Luxembourg. After a short exploration of Luxembourg City in the morning (more about that in a later entry), I drove up North to take a look at the pittoresque village of Esch-sur-Sûre. Continue reading The village in a hole
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/IMG_3961.jpg "Bartolomé")
Ecuador & Galapagos
In spring 2018, I treated myself to a very special trip: a visit to Ecuador and the Galapagos islands.
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/P5030194.jpg "View of Quito Old Town")
Breathtaking Quito
Quito is probably a real estate agent’s dream: "Location, location, location!" The location is indeed breathtaking – and due to the altitude (about 2,900 meters) in more than one way. Continue reading Breathtaking Quito
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/IMG_4198-1038x576.jpg "Galápagos tortoise")
Galapagos in 36 Pictures
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/P5161031.jpg "Sea lions")
Farewell to Galapagos
My Galapagos cruise ended in San Cristóbal. After my cruise, I explored this island for three more days on my own – and it truly was a worthy conclusion to my stay in Galapagos. Continue reading Farewell to Galapagos
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/IMG_4590.jpg "Breeding albatros")
Albatrosses and more
We spent the last (full) day of our Galapagos cruise in Española. This island is mostly known for the local albatross colony – but there is so much more to see! Continue reading Albatrosses and more