Summer-Ends.de – travel destinations around the world

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Tour Map

In the course of time I have accumulated a number of places visited around the world. This website is primarily there to document these places for myself and to help a little with the memory. Mainly photos will be found here, but since 2018 also videos. In addition there are some travelogues, which were unfortunately never really finished, but will be completed in the future. The website starts with a tour to Florida in 2009. Through official visits I visited far more places than are shown on the map and were marked. However, I at least marked the most important places. For some there are no travel reports, photos or videos because the length of stay was simply too short or I had no desire to document something. The following places or regions were visited by me and have some content on this site:

2026-01-25

Springbrook National Park | Waterfalls, Lookouts & Rainforest Walks

Springbrook National Park is located in Queensland at the Border to New South Wales in Australia. The park is part of the so-called hinterland, i.e. the more mountainous part off the coast of the Gold Coast. The park is at a relatively high altitude, which at first glance doesn’t seem like it. Situated at an altitude of almost 1000 metres, the fauna and flora is very different from the lower areas. The park has a sub-tropical climate and a humid rainforest. There are many streams, rivers and waterfalls in the area. On this tour, I walked an approx. 14 km circular route from the plateau, down into the valley and then up again.

2026-01-25

✨ Didim, Turkey Will Surprise You! | Beaches, History & More

We had one more day in Didim without having to go any further. Didim is very touristy, but there are lots of sights all around. We drove to Beşparmak Dağları, which was once an ancient city. On to the ruins of the famous ancient city of Miletus and back to Didim to the Apollon Temple.
Didim – a hidden gem on Turkey’s Aegean coast – is a destination where history, nature, and seaside relaxation come together perfectly. Located between Izmir and Bodrum, this charming town has managed to keep its authentic spirit while welcoming travelers with golden beaches, impressive ancient ruins, and real Turkish culture. If you want to experience Turkey beyond the crowded tourist resorts, Didim is the ideal place for relaxation, discovery, and adventure.

2026-01-25

💦 Walking on White Terraces | Discover Pamukkale

After our short stay, we finally headed back to Ankara. However, there was one more important stop on the return journey: the world-famous Pamukkale. Pamukkale in particular was once again an ancient city. However, most people know it as the famous white terraces formed by the calcium carbonate-containing water.
Pamukkale – one of the most breathtaking natural wonders in the world – is a place that feels like stepping into a dream. Known as the “Cotton Castle” of Turkey, Pamukkale is famous for its dazzling white terraces, warm thermal pools, and the ancient city of Hierapolis that lies just above. Whether you’re a nature lover, a history enthusiast, or simply someone looking for unforgettable travel moments, a visit to Pamukkale is an experience you will never forget.

2026-01-25

🌊 Exploring Turkey’s Hidden Coast | Dalyan to Didim Adventure

We started this day by looking for a market. Unfortunately, there was only one vegetable market, but the prices were very low. On the way to Didim, we visited some other ruined cities, some of which were quite well preserved and where excavations were taking place.
A road trip along Turkey’s Aegean coast is an adventure filled with stunning landscapes, rich history, charming towns, and unforgettable experiences. In this video, we take you on a journey from Dalyan to Didim, exploring some of the most beautiful stops along the way. If you love road trips, coastal views, ancient ruins, and authentic local culture, this route is perfect for you.

2026-01-25

🏛️ Exploring Turkey’s Lycian Coast | Road Trip Demre to Dalyan

This day had some bad and rainy weather. However, this did not stop us from continuing with our visit programme. We first visited a completely neglected World Heritage Site and then some more ruins. A road trip along Turkey’s Turquoise Coast is the perfect blend of history, breathtaking landscapes, charming seaside towns, and unforgettable moments. In this video, we travel from Demre to Dalyan, exploring one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline in the country. If you’re looking for a journey that combines ancient wonders with natural beauty, this road trip is one you won’t forget.

2026-01-25

🌊 Demre, Turkey Will Amaze You! | History, Legends & Turquoise Coast

On this day we decided to stay one more night in Demre. This place is again a bit more remote than all the tourist places before. First we visited the church of St. Nicholas, a person I think everyone in the western world knows. Afterwards, we went to an old amphitheatre right in Demre as part of an ancient city. After that, we went a little further into the mountains to an area of ruins with countless sarcophagi, finally completely abandoned.

2026-01-25

🏛️ From Antalya to Demre | Ancient Ruins & Coastal Beauty

Antalya was quite an uncomfortable city with an extremely ugly beach and full of buildings. The cost of everything was easily three times what we had before. However, the accommodation was again extremely cheap with maybe around 30€ for an apartment with two rooms. This again saves a lot and was ultimately the reason to stop there. The next day we continued towards Demre. We wanted to see the flames at Mount Chimaera, but some highwaymen wanted money, so we didn’t go. In the end, we could have gone there from another direction. Overall, everything near Antalya and Olympos was extremely touristy and expensive. Later we drove then at Demre still something inland, because there again a famous old city was the free and ultimately only visited by us.

2026-01-25

🏰 From Castles to Coastlines | Road Trip Anamur to Antalya

The journey continued from Anamur in the direction of Antalya. First we visited an old town on the coast near Anamur. The ruins of the city were eaten up quite dramatically by the sea and it was quite clear how it was here 3000 years ago. The entrance fee here was only 2€ and there was no one else on the huge site. Later we were to pay over 20€ for quite pointless stuff. We stopped briefly to have lunch. There was fresh grilled fish and rice. The ride continued at ruins at a small bay. Here someone must have built a villa 2000 years ago which is still clearly recognizable today. Near Antalya we visited another ruined city on a mountain.