Big Buddha on Phuket – my experiences & tips

by Sascha Tegtmeyer | Aug 14, 2023

The Big Buddha on Phuket towers high above the island like a quiet, gentle giant. You can see it from many kilometers away. And of course, as a newbie to Phuket you think to yourself: We definitely have to go there! This is what happened to me on my first trip to the adventurous island in Thailand. What distinguishes the huge statue? Is a visit to the Big Buddha on Phuket worth it? And what do you absolutely have to pay attention to? I have put together my personal experiences and helpful tips for your visit to this impressive monument.

Sights on Phuket – my tips & experiences

by Sascha Tegtmeyer | July 12, 2023

There are so many sights and excursions to visit on Phuket that you'll need weeks to really see a lot. You can explore the island by land on a scooter or from the sea by water taxi. A visit to the Big Buddha, shopping in Phuket Town and the impressive Wat Chalong temple tempt you. What are the must-see sights on Phuket? In my experience report I have listed the most important spots on the island for you.

Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden Review - beautiful botanical garden in Mauritius?

by Sascha Tegtmeyer | July 12, 2022

The garden is home to several lakes, a mansion, monuments and enclosures for giant tortoises and deer. If you want to visit a botanical garden in Mauritius, Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden is the place for you. I have put together the most important tips and my personal experiences of the botanical garden in Mauritius for you.

Black River Gorges National Park Mauritius – Tips & Experiences

by Sascha Tegtmeyer | July 6, 2022

I have put together the most important information for you in my Black River Gorges National Park Mauritius tips and experiences.

Sights in Egypt – my experience report

by Sascha Tegtmeyer | November 4, 2013

Egypt - the land of the pharaohs and the cradle of civilization. It is a country steeped in a long and fascinating history, brimming with cultural treasures and historical sites that have fascinated mankind for centuries. Many of us have heard of the world famous Pyramids and the majestic Sphinx, but there are so many other incredible places to explore. The sights in Egypt seem completely unreal on the first visit - pyramids, temples, but also cities and national parks are among them. What is there to discover? In my Egypt sightseeing report I introduce you to the most important must-sees in the country.