First flat tire, just 3h on the road

The Vastness of the Gobi Desert (Gobi Desert, Mongolia)

June 9th 2008
(Day 66 on the road)From Ulaan Baatar, I left on a week-long trip into the heart of the vast Gobi Desert, the largest desert in Asia and the fourth-largest in the world. I set off with two Finnish brothers (Mikka and Mikko) and a German couple (Eva and Daniela). And of course our very cool and competent driver cum mechanic, Mishka. The vehicle of choice in the harsh desert is a very stur ... read more

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The Mongols gained fame in the 13th century when under Chinggis KHAN they conquered a huge Eurasian empire. After his death the empire was divided into several powerful Mongol states, but these broke apart in the 14th century. The Mongols eventually ... ... read more

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Living the Dream - Ben travels around South America - July 2022 until August 2023 In July 2022 - after a two-year, Covid-induced delay - I left on a year-long sabbatical. Starting in Madrid (Spain), my travels took me all across South America. I moved pretty slowly, taking my time to properly explore and roam, before returning home to Berlin (Germany) in August 2023. I hope you enjoy my stories as much as I enjoy my journey. Any feedback (public comment on any blog entry or a private m... full info

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