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Eating Ethiopian Injera

Injera is a more than thousand-year old Ethiopian base dish made of fine grain teff, grown in the highlands of Ethiopia. In this video, you will be given an insight into the origin of injera, a base of Ethiopian cuisine and its meticulous preparation.

Ethiopia

Ajvar of North Macedonia

Meet faming family Glavevska for an introduction to traditional Macedonian cuisine. Besides daring your taste buds only by watching preparation of pitulici and gravce na tavce see how world famous ajvar is made out of Bukovo pepper type.

North Macedonia

Eating Banh Mi in Vietnam

The one and only Anthony Bourdain tries Vietnam's most popular street food - banh mi. Following local tip, this short video shows you the best edition of Vietnamese popular street food meal with Bourdain's very own touch on it.

Vietnam

Unique Uzbek Street Food

The Food Ranger Trevor James and his local companion will discover you great Uzbek food! Visiting six locations in Tashkent they will tray out the best and most unique street dishes not only in Uzbekistan, but in the whole world!

Uzbekistan

Food of Papua New Guinea

Kelley Ferro talks about her experience of local food of Papua New Guinea. Even not known as food destination, during her journey she discovered that there is so much more than what is served in most lodges and restaurants.

Papua New Guinea

In pictures: Sudan

Blue Planet

Diving at Red Sea

Dive in and explore the extraordinary waters of the Red Sea. Untouched reefs, colorful sea world, and sites as impressive as they are on the mainland - diving in Sudan will leave you speechless.
We will discover you some must-see diving sites in Sudan.

Sudan

The best scuba diving in Papua New Guinea

Discover the water world of Papua New Guinea.
Diving in New Ireland province rich with pelagics and with occasional reef shark even on a single dive will be definitely one of the most memorable ones.

Papua New Guinea

Unexplored Dahlak Islands of Eritrea

See unexpected side of Eritrea.
Rare visitors ever get to Eritrea and even fewer have been diving in the pristine waters of Dahlak Islands. Explore the pristine beauty and untouched coral reefs of Eritrean sea world.

Eritrea

Raja Ampat in Indonesia

Raja Ampat in West Papua has the highest biodiversity and the most colorful reefs on the planet! Take part in breathtaking dives at this authentic location and explore the extraordinary and colorful Indonesian water world.

Indonesia

Shipwreck diving in Albania

In the bay of Saranda, south of Albania, lies a shipwreck that was once an Italian cargo ship during WWII. Dive up to 17 meters and discover part of the world history kept so well under the sea surface in Albania for so long.

Albania

Distant Places

Distant places can be inspiring and mind-boggling at the same time. Being far away from our ‘ordinary’ is both liberating and bewildering at once. This is why an experienced guiding hand, someone who has traveled that road first-hand, makes a world of difference.
The ideal trip is never about changing a place, or yourself. It is always about finding that prosperous crossroads where all come together in learning and enchantment. And we will go the distance to find that place for you.

Different cultures

You will encounter unique cultures across the Vanishing Worlds. Some thrive a stone’s throw from one another, many nurture unique tribal ways, while others are steeped in ancient times barely brushed by modernity.
An open heart and mind are the key to honest insights, but proper preparation guarantees a personalized experience. From the trip request form, over in-depth communication, to on-the ground expertise, we strive to indulge all your interests, but even more so – your spontaneous curiosity.

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Travel Photography

Morocco Photography Adventure

Get an insight into this diverse country. Marocco has so much to offer, from stunning architecture to gorgeous landscapes. We visited the coast, the ancient cities, the snowy mountains, and the Sahara Desert!

Morocco

The DO's and DON'T's of Aerial Photography

Whether you are looking to build a better portfolio, post quality content, or be more aesthetically pleased with your photos, here are some tips for getting the most out of your drone.

Photographing Vietnam - Best Time to visit Sapa

Michael Breitung shares his behind-the-scenes of Sapa and useful photography tips to get inspired by Vietnam's landscape. He also talks about which time is the best to visit Sapa for landscape photography.

Vietnam

Landscape Photography in the Desert

Watch the beauty of Namibian landscape being captured at its best. Peaceful surroundings and breathtaking views is what this video is all about. Thomas Heaton in search of the perfect composition.

Tips on Safari Photography

Safari photography can be quite challenging especially if you are yearning to get that perfect shot. This video gives you some great Serengeti safari scenery and tips and tricks on getting the most out of your African safari adventure.

Cultures of the World

Chapel in the Sky

The Tigray Region of Norther Ethiopia showcasts an assembly of rock-hewn churches. Visitors face a 45-minute terrifying but most fascinating climb up the cliff's vertical face in order to access the precariously positioned church - Abuna Yemata Guh.

Ethiopia

Temples of Angkor Wat

Deep in the forests of Cambodia’s Siem Reap province, an ancient architectural masterpiece soars skyward. Enjoy the walk and hear the temples of Angkor narrate everlasting tales of Cambodian history and legend.

Cambodia

Extraordinary monuments in ex Yugoslavia

During the 60’s and 70’s, all over the territory of the former Yugoslavia, Josip Broz Tito built massive structures to commemorate sites where the fighting had taken place in World War II.

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Extraordinary monuments in ex Yugoslavia

What to See In and Around Skopje

The capital of Macedonia offers everything from centuries-old history and multi-cultural traditions to architectural gems such as numerous churches and mosques all over. Enjoy the stroll showing all the highlights of Skopje.

North Macedonia

Shibam Project

The historical city of Shibam is part of UNESCO World Heritage. Characterized by its high mud buildings, Shibam is considered as a prodigy of architecture. In this short documentary, see the process of restoration that it underwent to preserve its natural beauty.

Yemen

Great Adventures

Forgotten Island

A documentary of spectacular aerial footage from one of the few remaining flying secrets left on earth. Flight over island on the Yemen coast in the Indian Ocean, island of sandy colors, dotted with unique nature and wildlife - Socotra island.

Yemen

The Unearthly Scenery of Dallol, Danakil Depression

'Out of this world' scenery of Dallol, Danakil Depression. Hottest populated area in the world accompanied by the smells and vivid colors will make you feel like you are traveling to another galaxy.

Ethiopia

The Unearthly Scenery of Dallol, Danakil Depression

This Sahara Railway Is One of the Most Extreme in the World

At more than 430 miles long, the Mauritania Railway has been transporting iron ore across the blistering heat of the Sahara Desert since 1963. Let's board the train to see the importance of the ride.

Mauritania

This Sahara Railway Is One of the Most Extreme in the World

A Trek Through the Accursed Mountains

Springtime in northern Albania sparks the herding of goats up to the towering mountainsides. Follow Prek Gjoni and his 160 goats on a grueling four-day journey across the spectacular Valbona Valley, a land that seems to exist out of time.

Albania

In pictures: Arhitecture

Quirks for the Curious

Richat Structure
If you are a seeker of unknown and interested in truly unique places, the a visit to Richat Structure is simply a must! One of the most unique places on the planet is also called "Eye of Sahara" due to its unusually regular shape. While this structure can only be seen from the sky, a visit to it by car is also a unique experience. Especially if you are waiting for dawn at it's very center. This structure is purely a geological formation although some are connecting it to legendary Atlantis. There is only one way to check.

Tailored Clothing
One of the coolest things one can get in Vietnam is definitely a piece of tailored clothing. Numerous local tailors offer all sorts of clothing: from simple summer shirts to three-piece suits. Local Hanoi tailors are known for exceptional and fast work. Hoi An is one of the most popular places to get your clothes tailored at more than 300 tailors and leather-workers.

Essaouira
If you are looking for a day trip from Marrakesh, or a seaside place to stay at, Essaouira is probably the best choice on all of Moroccan coast. Charming, historic, calm compared to madness of Marrakesh... Essaouira is one of those places you will fall instantly in love with. For it's authentic lifestyle, walls to the Atlantic, warm and hospitable people. And it's unique harbor and hundreds of characteristic blue boats.

Stećak Monuments
Just recently added to UNESCO World Heritage list, stećak tombstones are shared by nearly all the nations of the Balkans but Bosnia has most of them: about 60 000. There are several variations of this unique monument and most recognizable are the ones in the shape of a sarcophagus with various decorations on them. Radimlja necropolis near Stolac in Hercegovina is one of major sites to visit if curious about this unique tradition.

Constanța Casino
If you are looking for something cool and unique, Constanța Casino cannot be beaten! It was commissioned in 1900 and first opened to the public in 1910. It was one of the finest examples of Art Nouveau in the region. But, hard times came quickly and it was the first hospital during WWII and then the restaurant till 1990 when it was completely abandoned.

Saint Louis
This was a capital of French West Africa in early 1900s. And little is left from past glamour and shine. But still, fantastic place to visit! Saint Louis feels like going back in time with it's classic French architecture and the wild African charm on the streets. Once you cross to the harbor and to N'Dar island, true Africa reveals. While this town has a potential to be one of the World's top travel hot spots, it is now just a big mess of color, scents, smiles and smiles.

Meroe Pyramids
If you are looking for a single reason to visit to Sudan, it should be the Pyramids of Meroe. This is the site that has it all: historic mystery unseen by tourists, desert atmosphere of the past. True return to some other times with shrieks of Egyptian sacred vultures flying over one's head. This specific pyramids are a site to behold! And there are local kids selling some of the local souvenirs Worth spending a dollar or two to help them out.

Aral Sea
Once a third largest, sweet water mass on the planet, the Aral Sea is just a sad reminder of our destructive nature today. Long drive from Muynak - where one can see last local ships, anchored in sands 150 kilometers from the nearest water - the Aral Sea is an eerie site today. Dead, lifeless and completely abandoned, this area is a true treat for dystopia seekers. The drive there is 4 hours long, through the steppe and some stunning geology.

Communist-Era Statues
Tirana is not the most fascinating city but some parts of the center are quite unique. Enver Hoxa Mausoleum with Communist-Era Statues definitely is the place to visit! Mausoleum is in poor condition as Albanians don't care much about former dictator. The statues of prominent communist symbols used to be all over the main squares of Tirana but now all of them are on one humble location. As a reminder of the times gone by. Cool place to take a photo with statue of Stalin - rare find anywhere else in the World.