Travel writer at City Voyager
Andreas Becker
Andreas builds multi-day routes — from long weekends to two-week loops. He plans for the rhythm of a trip as much as the stops, and he's spent more time studying regional rail maps than he'd like to admit.
Articles by Andreas Becker
Tokyo in 3 Days: A Neighborhood-Based Itinerary
Explore Asakusa and Ueno, the Harajuku–Shibuya corridor, then Tsukiji, Hama-rikyu and Ginza. A flexible three-day route with clear priorities and calendar checks.
October 8, 2026
Marrakech in 3 Days: A Realistic Itinerary
An achievable Marrakech itinerary with an ordered route, proper meal breaks and clear choices about which palaces, gardens and museums to leave out.
October 8, 2026
Mexico City in 3 Days: A Neighborhood-Based Itinerary
A practical route through Centro Histórico, Chapultepec, Condesa and Coyoacán, with one main visit each day, flexible meals and clear choices when time runs short.
October 8, 2026
Singapore in 3 Days: A First-Timer’s Itinerary
A three-day Singapore itinerary balancing skyline sights, neighbourhood walks, gardens and food, with room for rain and a slower pace.
October 8, 2026
Los Angeles in 3 Days: Coast, Culture and City Views
A practical Los Angeles itinerary with one main area each day, selective Hollywood time, a coastal walking plan and clear alternatives for closures or short flight days.
October 3, 2026
Rio de Janeiro in 3 Days: A Flexible Itinerary
A realistic Rio itinerary with separate summit days, a cultural afternoon and enough flexibility to change plans when clouds, closures or bookings intervene.
October 3, 2026
Oaxaca in 3 Days: A City and Culture Itinerary
A realistic Oaxaca itinerary connecting the historic centre, Monte Albán and living craft traditions, with room for meals and clear alternatives when plans change.
October 3, 2026
Sydney in 3 Days: A City and Coast Itinerary
A realistic Sydney itinerary for three full days: explore the harbour, make time for the city and devote a separate day to Bondi or Manly.
October 3, 2026
Buenos Aires in 3 Days: A First-Visit Itinerary
A manageable first visit: downtown architecture, a southern day around San Telmo, then Recoleta and Palermo, with practical swaps for Tuesdays, Sundays and rain.
October 3, 2026
New York in 3 Days: A First-Visit Itinerary
A realistic first New York visit: Midtown landmarks, Lower Manhattan and Brooklyn, then the Met and Central Park, with clear swaps for unavailable tickets.
October 3, 2026
Japan in 14 Days: Cities, Culture and Breathing Room
A realistic first Japan route with four bases, a Nara day trip and protected time for museums, temples, neighbourhoods and everyday pleasures.
October 3, 2026
Kyoto in 3 Days: A Practical First Visit
A realistic first Kyoto itinerary with eastern temple streets, a western garden morning and Fushimi Inari, plus clear choices when weather or tiredness changes the plan.
October 3, 2026
Morocco in 7 Days: Choose a Route You Can Enjoy
Compare three ways to spend a week in Morocco, with arrival days counted, nights allocated and clear decisions about which places to leave for another trip.
October 3, 2026
Melbourne in 3 Days: A First-Visit Itinerary
A manageable first Melbourne visit: three urban days, practical neighbourhood sequences, market-day adjustments and clear choices about what to leave out.
October 3, 2026
Mexico in 2 Weeks: Choosing a Focused Route
A focused Mexico route with a clear night budget: Mexico City, Oaxaca and Puerto Escondido, including arrival, transfer days and a final night before flying home.
October 3, 2026
3 Days in Krakow: Poland's Cultural Heart
A rich, walkable 3-day Kraków itinerary covering the Old Town, Wawel, Kazimierz, museums, Wieliczka or Auschwitz day trips, plus practical tips and local insights.
September 11, 2026
3 Days in Riga: Exploring Latvia's Art Nouveau Capital
Medieval spires, the world's finest Art Nouveau, and a food scene that'll surprise you. Here's how to spend the perfect long weekend in the Baltic's most beautiful city.
July 21, 2026
Tuscany Itinerary: Florence, Siena & Chianti
What to see in Tuscany: Florence, Siena, Chianti, the Val d'Orcia, San Gimignano, Pisa and Lucca, with prices, train times and a 6-day itinerary.
July 17, 2026
3 Days in Ljubljana: The Perfect First-Timer's Itinerary
Slovenia's fairy-tale capital plus day trips to caves, castles, and Europe's most photographed lake.
July 17, 2026
A Complete Guide to Iberian Road Trips
Three concrete Iberian road trips with exact roads, distances, driving times and EUR costs: Northern Spain coast, Portugal north-to-south, and Andalusia's white villages.
July 15, 2026
4 Days in Transylvania: Brasov, Castles & Mountains
Beyond the Dracula myth lies one of Europe's most beautiful regions. Explore medieval cities, mountain fortresses, and villages where time stands still.
July 15, 2026
Weekend in Vilnius: 48 Hours in Lithuania's Baroque Capital
Medieval towers, bohemian republics, and the best of the Baltics—all in one compact, walkable city.
July 15, 2026
48 Hours in Brussels: Chocolate, Beer & Art Nouveau
Two days in Brussels: sample world-class chocolate, sip iconic Belgian beers and follow an Art Nouveau trail through elegant neighborhoods. A practical, walkable 48-hour plan.
July 15, 2026
3 Days in Copenhagen: Hygge, Design & New Nordic
Three days in Copenhagen exploring hygge, Danish design and New Nordic cuisine — a compact, practical itinerary with museum picks, food stops, bike routes and local tips.
July 15, 2026
3 Days in Berlin: History, Art & Nightlife
Three days in Berlin that balance heavy history with cutting‑edge art and electric nightlife — an itinerary with practical tips, local eats and insider tricks.
July 15, 2026
3 Days in Valencia Done Right
A practical, three-day itinerary for Valencia — Spain’s vibrant third city. Historic streets, paella by the sea, futuristic museums, and local tips to make the most of 72 hours.
July 15, 2026
3 Days in Edinburgh: Castle, Closes & Whisky
A practical, three-day Edinburgh itinerary that balances the castle and Royal Mile with hidden closes, whisky tastings and local tips for an unforgettable city break.
July 15, 2026
3 Days in Bologna: Italy's Best-Kept Foodie Secret
Three-day foodie itinerary through Bologna: markets, trattorie, cooking class tips, must-try dishes, and local insights for an unforgettable culinary weekend.
July 15, 2026
48 Hours in Porto: Wine, Views & Azulejos
A complete 48-hour guide to Porto — where Port wine, dramatic river views and blue-and-white azulejos meet. Itineraries, tips, and local insights for a perfect city break.
July 15, 2026
Provence Day Trips: The Best Excursions from Aix and Marseille
Lavender fields, coastal calanques, and perched villages. Your complete guide to exploring Provence from its two great cities.
July 15, 2026
3 Days in Budapest: Baths, Ruin Bars & Beyond
A compact 3-day guide to Budapest: soak in famous thermal baths, wander Castle Hill and Pest landmarks, taste authentic Hungarian food, and experience ruin-bar nightlife.
July 15, 2026
3 Days in Prague: Perfect Czech Capital Itinerary
A detailed 3-day Prague itinerary for first-timers: Old Town charms, Prague Castle, Malá Strana, river cruises, local food tips, and practical transport advice.
July 15, 2026
One Week in Slovenia: Mountains, Caves & Coast
From Lake Bled and the Triglav Alps to Postojna and the emerald Soča river, this 7-day Slovenia itinerary blends hiking, cave adventures and Adriatic charm with practical tips.
July 15, 2026
Ultimate Balkans Road Trip — 2-Week Itinerary
A day-by-day, practical 14-day road-trip through the Balkans — Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia, Montenegro, Albania and North Macedonia — with driving times, must-sees and local tips.
July 15, 2026
One Week in Portugal: Lisbon to Porto Road Trip
A week-long road trip from Lisbon to Porto: coastal scenery, hilltop palaces, historic monasteries, the Douro Valley, and practical driving tips to make the most of Portugal.
July 15, 2026
3 Days in Munich: Beer, Culture & Bavaria
Explore Munich in 3 days: Marienplatz, beer gardens, museums, Nymphenburg Palace and a Bavarian day trip. Practical tips, transport advice, and local food & beer insights for first-timers.
July 15, 2026
Weekend in Bratislava: Slovakia's Underrated Capital
An hour from Vienna but a world apart in character. Discover why Slovakia's compact capital is one of Central Europe's best-kept secrets.
July 15, 2026
48 Hours in Dublin: Pubs, Literature & Georgian Beauty
Two days in Dublin: explore literary landmarks, lively pubs, and elegant Georgian squares. A relaxed, walkable 48-hour plan with local tips, transport notes and where to eat.
July 7, 2026
The Definitive Greece Islands Itinerary
A 12-day Cyclades + Crete trip with exact ferry times, EUR fares, and named hotels — plus Ionian, Dodecanese, and Saronic variants for second-time visitors.
June 30, 2026
The Ultimate Trans-European Train Itinerary
A concrete 14-day London-to-Rome rail trip on one Interrail Global Pass — exact journey times, named hotels, station-to-centre transfers, and what to book 90 days ahead.
June 30, 2026