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I have been traveling for 30+ years and visited more than 70 countries. My focus lies on luxury hotels and cultural travel. I love the arts, opera, and wildlife.

View of Edinburgh from Calton Hill, Scotland

The 20 best things to do in Edinburgh, Scotland

May 13, 2017 5

If you plan to do some advanced hiking in Iceland you really need the best hiking boots

The best hiking boots for Iceland

May 9, 2017 20

The PeruRail train from Cusco to Machu Picchu at the train station in Ollantaytambo

How to get from Cusco to Machu Picchu by train, bus...

May 6, 2017 19

The 20 best things to do in Madrid, Spain

April 23, 2017 5

Taking the train from Kyoto to Nara on a day trip

From Kyoto to Nara: How to plan your perfect day trip

April 17, 2017 21

The best things to do in Nara, Japan and around Nara park japan

The 10 best things to do in Nara, Japan

April 14, 2017 9

The best hotels near Marienplatz, Munich

The 5 best hotels near Marienplatz in Munich

April 1, 2017 5

Fake reviews: The darkest side of the travel industry

March 26, 2017 2

The ancient fortress ruin of Ollantaytambo in Peru

Ollantaytambo, Peru – the last fortress of the Incas

March 19, 2017 15

The andean explorer trailing along the mountain side with the beautiful landscape of the altiplano in front of it

How to get from Cusco to Lake Titicaca

March 18, 2017 15

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Années de Pèlerinage is a travel blog that focuses on luxury hotels and unforgettable cultural experiences. Authentic pictures and insider information are its hallmark. Norman is the face behind the blog and prides himself of having traveled for more than 30 years without stop or fail. Follow me along on social media:

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The best things to do in Madeira, Portugal

June 3, 2022 0

A massive list of the top tourist attractions and places to see on the island of Madeira. Plan your perfect itinerary. Are you currently planning...