Author spotlight

Annika Ziehen

Annika is an author, foodie and diver. Originally from Germany, Annika now travels the world, constantly on the lookout for the tastiest plate of noodles, and either frog fish or sharks. She writes about her experiences above & below the water surface on her blogs The Midnight Blue Elephant and The Very Hungry Mermaid. Follow her on Instagram for more travel inspiration.
A hiker on a cliffside path overlooking a village surrounded by dense forest.
The 11 best places to visit in Germany this summer
The sheer physical and cultural diversity of Germany would be difficult to exhaust in a lifetime of visits.
terrain-grant-ritchie-jyk96orbpwg-unsplash
4x4 hire – What you need for harsh terrain & climate
When to get 4x4 car hire? Our guide explains!
How far can you drive a hire car?
Limited vs. unlimited mileage car rental
Do you need an unlimited mileage car rental? We explain the options!
Winter in Germany: what to expect and 11 beautiful destinations to explore
German writer Annika shares her top tips for winter in Germany.
The 12 most authentic Christmas Markets in Berlin
12 of the best Berlin Christmas Markets for the whole family.
annika-ziehen-the-midnight-blue-elephant20190713_07132019-1
The best places for solo female travellers
You fancy a solo trip, but don't know where it’s safe for women travelling on their own? In this...
theme_foodtruck_gettyimages-1094895724_universal_within-usage-period_65705.jpg
The best tips for eating alone while travelling
Eating out alone? For many, this can be a real hurdle when travelling alone. Our foodie and solo travel...