Welcome to my 5 senses
odyssey through the world!
By C-Ludik
Travelling is something that makes your senses tingle. It is not just the sights that you see that make the experience but all your senses working together that make travel such an exciting and fulfilling adventure. If you’d love exploring the world but can’t travel, let’s bring you on a virtual journey through vibrant travel stories to spark up your inner wanderlust!
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The world through the five senses
Lookthe auroras, the blue snow, the night that never fallsLapland 
Listenwind on the causses, falling water, the silence of volcanoesFrance 
Tastebitter cacao, warm mango, coffee from the highlandsCosta Rica 
Touchblack sand, dried salt, rock still warmthe islands 
Breathesteam from the solfataras, wet moss, rinsed airIceland
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Auvergne-Rhône-AlpesEscape to the volcanic peaks of Velay: Mount Mézenc and Mount Gerbier de Jonc
In the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, the departments Ardèche and Haute-Loire share a common history, geography, and landscape. Both, divided by the Mézenc massif, lie in the southeast of the Massif Central. This Mézenc massif is a vast volcanic plateau formed by two “sucs” (volcanic domes): Mont Mézenc and Mont Gerbier de Jonc. Everything is doubled here:…
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Auvergne-Rhône-AlpesThe Cry of the Auvergne: A Volcanic Escape between Lakes and Waterfalls
Do you want a complete change of scenery? Discover French destinations that transport you to the other side of the world, all the while staying in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes ! Located in the southeastern part of the Massif Central, Velay is an old French province bordered by the Allier Valley to the west and the Loire…
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It's in the AirA world tour of the most beautiful sunsets
Along with the Northern Lights, sunsets are one of Nature’s most spectacular natural phenomena. Whether traveling to the other side of the world or sitting quietly at home, sunsets always offer magical moments where you feel that time stands still. The sky gradually changes color. It goes from blue to orange through purple and yellow. White…
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Costa RicaExploring the Costa Rican Pacific coast: the Manuel Antonio Park
The Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio is the smallest national park in Costa Rica. It lies on the Pacific coast, about 82 miles from the capital San José, and just south of Quepos. It is the most visited park in Costa Rica, was established in 1972 as a national park, and covers 7.66 square miles. It is…
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Costa RicaExploring the Costa Rican Pacific coast: the Carara National Park
The Carara and Manuel Antonio National Parks are both on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica. They have very different atmospheres: you can pick which one you want based on what you are looking for! The Parque Nacional Carara, the less known one, transitions from rainforest to tropical dry forest and has a very diverse…
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Secret NatureThe Fabulous Spectacle of Trees
« Auprès de mon arbre, je vivrais heureux » sang Brassens. In Japan, the practice of « shinrin yoku » or « forest bathing » is recognized as medical therapy and has millions of followers. In Japanese, Shinrin means forest, and yoku means bath. Shinrin yoku means bathing in the forest. Embrace a tree, close your eyes, and remain attentive to…
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Sultanate of OmanThe Sultanate of Oman in the time of Castles
Some 500 forts dot the mountains of the Sultanate of Oman. No matter where you go, you will run into a fort or a castles. There are so many you can’t visit them all! Those inland were influenced by Persian architecture, those on the coast by Portuguese. They dominate the landscape and protect the coastline…
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Sultanate of OmanEscapes in the Hajar Mountain Range
In the Sultanate of Oman, the landscape is tinted with three colors: ochre, the green of lush palm groves and the white of village houses embracing the mountain walls. Ochre is the dominant color and extends from the mountains to the desert and canyons. For geologists, these ochre lands hold many treasures. How can we…
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NamibiaWalvis Bay: Rendezvous with Desert and Ocean
Located 22 miles from Swakopmund, the city of Walvis Bay (pronounced « vahl-fis bay ») is a rather unusual place. Travelers often hesitate to visit this small industrial port town, which is often covered by fog. However, it is an essential break in the journey along the long road to Sesriem. This corner of Namibia, trapped between the…
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NamibiaThe Mysterious Skeleton Coast, and Cape Cross’ Fur Seals
After a long day driving through desert landscapes, we finally reach the ocean. Stunning waves of sand dunes undulate as far as the eye can see along the Atlantic Ocean. Here we are on the Skeleton Coast, the northern part of the Atlantic Coast of Namibia stretching south from the Kunene River on the border…
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ChileEl Tatio Geysers: the magical Atacama’s geothermal field
The Atacama Desert in northern Chile… In this mineral world where everything seems so big, so infinite, and so calm. But some rocks are impatient. They wait for the morning surge of the geysers to warm up from the cold night ! Located about 50 miles north of San Pedro de Atacama and 62 miles…
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ChileThe Atacama Desert: See Life in Pink (Flamingo)
The Atacama Desert in northern Chile reveals astonishing landscapes at the feet of the Andes Mountains. The Salar de Atacama is about 34 miles south of San Pedro de Atacama. This salt flat covers an area of 1,200 square miles and is roughly 62 miles long and 50 miles wide. It is the third largest…
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AustraliaJourney to the Red Center of Australia
G’day mates, There you are, the red sandy plain of the heart of Australia. Aborigines call the red sandstone formations “Uluru” and “Kata Tjuta” and white people Ayers Rock and The Olgas. These sandstone monoliths were discovered by the first Europeans expedition traveling in the area. In 1872 Ernest Giles saw Kata Tjuta and called…
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AustraliaWhen You’re in the Desert For Too Long…
G’day mates, We left behind the Flinders with its spectacular landscapes and rich wildlife to follow the legendary Oodnadatta Track into the full, red heart of Australia where there are no humans for hundreds of miles in any direction. The Oodnadatta Track follows the former Overland Telegraph line and the abandoned line of the Great…
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Auvergne-Rhône-AlpesJourney to the Heart of the Auvergne Colorado: A natural wonder
Do you dream of discovering astonishing landscapes just a short distance from home? If so, head off to discover the hidden gems of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, where vibrant colors and unique shapes sculpted by time come to life. Let yourself be transported on a journey through a land of stunning red earth and unique geological formations—true…
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LaplandExploring Luleå and the church town of Gammelstad
Luleå (Luleju in Northern Sami, Julevu in Lule Sami, Luulaja in Finnish) is a coastal city and capital of Swedish Lapland in the northern province of Norrbotten. It is the largest city in Swedish Lapland as well as a modern city focused on the digital economy. Indeed, it is a digital hub for Europe. The…
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LaplandFrosty Fun in Luleå, Swedish Lapland
Swedish Lapland covers a quarter of Sweden, stretching from Sorsele and Skellefteå in the Västerbotten region to the country’s northernmost tip. Mountains, forests, lakes, rivers, and wild archipelagos shape this northern territory. Luleå is the largest city in Swedish Lapland and a port city on the Gulf of Bothnia. Luleå has the fifth largest freight…
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Hello, I’m C-Ludik
A travel photographer since 2016, I bring back stories and photographs from the places where time slows down. From Lapland to Costa Rica, every journey becomes a story to tell.
“Travel leaves you speechless, then transforms you into a storyteller.”
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The 10 BEST Things to Do in Iceland in winter !
A trip to Iceland in winter is another trip to Iceland. Lava fields as far as the eye can see, covered with snow; frozen waterfalls, as if time had stopped.
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The 15 BEST Things to Do in Swedish Lapland in winter !
Swedish Lapland is a unique haven for the natural adventurer. Think dog sledding, snowmobiling, and visiting the IceHotel, hunting the Northern Lights in Abisko National Park
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14 unique reasons to visit Lapland in winter
Lapland is the unforgettable land of magical snow and ice ! Winter in Lapland means hazy horizons and silent wilderness. Hop in a sledge, watch beautiful fjords or enjoy the Northern Lights.
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