Melissa

Welcome! I’m Melissa, content creator with a passion for photography and travel. On this site, I share translated articles from my original Dutch website (www.reislegende.nl), taking you to the most beautiful destinations in Europe and beyond. Join me as I explore hidden gems and breathtaking places around the world.

Germany

Panoramic view of the Saarschleife from the Baumwipfelpfad in Mettlach-Orscholz, Saarland

The Saar river, with its length of 246 kilometers, is an important river in both France and Germany. The German state of Saarland, where the river flows through a large part, takes its name from the river. In this region,…

Thailand

What to do and see in Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park, Thailand

If we stay for two weeks in Hua Hin with the family, we enjoy every day all the beautiful places in Hua Hin and its surroundings of this charming, authentic seaside town. One of the places nearby that immediately excites us is…

Thailand

Mrigadayavan Palace Hua Hin, summer palace of King Rama VI by the sea

During our trip through Thailand, we visit the remarkable Mrigadayavan Palace in Cha-Am, just north of the authentic seaside town of Hua Hin. This summer palace, built in a unique blend of Thai and Western architecture, sits directly by the sea and is surrounded…

Germany

Visit the beautiful medieval old town (Altstadt) of Dinkelsbühl in Germany

Dinkelsbühl in Germany is often mentioned alongside Rothenburg ob der Tauber as one of the most beautiful and best-preserved medieval old towns along the famous Romantic Road. The atmosphere feels like stepping back in time: narrow alleys, half-timbered houses, city walls…

France

Hunspach in France: discover this award-winning village in Alsace

Hunspach is a small yet remarkably charming village in the French region of Alsace (Bas-Rhin department). It is located in the Outre-Forêt area, within the Parc Naturel Régional des Vosges du Nord. The village proudly bears the Les Plus Beaux Villages…

France

Rodemack, one of the most beautiful villages in Lorraine, France

Rodemack lies in the far northeast of France, in the Moselle department, part of the historic Lorraine region and today belonging to Grand Est. The village is close to Luxembourg and Germany, making it a convenient stop on the way…

France

Visit these beautiful places in the French Ardennes

When people think of the French Ardennes, images of vast forests, meandering rivers and charming towns full of history often come to mind. This region in France is sometimes mentioned in the same breath as the Champagne area, but that…

Mallorca

Beautiful calas in Mallorca, stunning hidden coves among rugged cliffs

Beautiful calas in Mallorca Mallorca is full of small, idyllic bays known locally as calas. Often hidden between rugged cliffs and pine forests, these spots feel far more intimate than the island’s larger beaches. Let me take you to some of…

Mallorca

The mystery of Roman remains on Es Trenc beach in Mallorca

When taking a road trip around Mallorca, chances are you’ll stop at the famous Es Trenc beach. Here you expect turquoise waters, white sand and an expansive dune landscape. Yet while strolling along the long shoreline, you suddenly come across…

Iceland

Djúpalónssandur, the mystical black beach of Snaefellsnes

The rugged Djúpalónssandur definitely deserves a place on the list of must-see attractions on Snaefellsnes. In fact, it is often mentioned among the most beautiful black beaches in Iceland and for good reason. Waves crash violently onto the shore, jagged…