Columbus Travel edition 119 – The best water activities

TRAVEL ON, IN & BY THE WATER

• Water fun: the most beautiful beaches, islands and waterfalls in the world
• Laos: discover the secrets of the interior
• Vienna: 72 hours on the water and in the green
• Mauritius: 7 insider tips for a heavenly holiday
• North Holland: travel along hidden coastal gems
• Indonesia: experience the Gili Islands like a local
• Special overnight stay: sleep in a hall of mirrors
• Digital nomad: tips for a life on the road
• Examined: how reliable are airline ticket sites

For us it is clear that water-related activities are among the most beautiful travel experiences. This certainly has to do with the extreme versatility of water: you can conquer rivers with a kayak, storm glaciers on foot and explore tropical coral with a snorkeling mask. Get ready for our favorite travel experiences on, in and near the water. The Indonesian Gili Islands have everything you can imagine for a tropical paradise: turquoise water and snow-white beaches with palm trees, hammocks and cocktail bars. Follow in our footsteps and experience the archipelago through the eyes of the locals. Mauritius is also an earthly paradise. With our seven insider tips you will end up in seventh heaven. In Laos we uncover the secrets of the interior by delving into the turbulent past. Travel with us to isolated valleys, villages forgotten in time and historical remains. Closer to home, the treasures of the Kop van Noord-Holland await, where the North Sea, Wadden Sea and former Zuiderzee crash against it. On the peninsula you will find landscapes and sights that will fascinate and surprise every traveler. Vienna is a wonderful city trip destination. The city is full of cultural addresses where you can relax by the water and in the greenery.