Summitted the world's highest free-standing mountain, and Africa's tallest peak at 5,895m

Ventured across remote hilltop villages where local underground artists meet intrepid adventurers

Deep sea diving with oceanologists in crystal clear waters around the archipelago’s coral atolls

Followed the trail of Lawrence of Arabia while camping in the desert with Bedouins

Snowmobiling across the Arctic Circle, checking out ice hotels and test driving Volvo cars in -10° Celsius

All alone (well, almost) with Michelangelo's David, pondering about the nature of existence 

Hung out with Karl Lagerfeld, Kate Moss and Elton John at exclusive Paris fashion shows

 Enjoyed Charles Bridge, chocolates and concerts in chapels hosting Mozart's finest orchestral works 

Explored one of the oldest surviving civilizations, with mud-brick architectural wonders

Indulged in Spanish culture, explored dormant volcanoes, and enjoyed the Atlantic surfs

Entertained by Buryatis in a folkloric dance on the shores of Lake Baikal,   and met with shamans and monks

In this sacred city, visited the 'tree of enlightenment', planted in 245 BC from a branch of Buddha’s Bo tree 

 Cruised in Rolls Royces, lodged at the world’s only seven-star hotel, dined at Michelin-star restaurants

Lost in music: vibrant jazz cafes, melancholic duduk tunes, and chants at 4th century monasteries

Attended a week-long extravagant Indian wedding with hundreds of guests from around the world

Discussed world affairs, danced to Celtic folk music, and downed pints of Guinness with the locals

Embarked on a jungle expedition dodging poachers, searching for the last surviving gorillas in West Africa

Mesmerized over Rubens 16th century Flemish paintings at the local Gothic cathedral

Wandered around medieval castles, and hiked up the rolling green hills of the Brecon Beacons

Mingled with head-hunter tribes and inspected dozens of skulls hanging from ceilings in their village

Biked across the country past tulips, windmills, cheese producers and seals off the beaches at Texel island

Went hang gliding over iconic landmarks; danced to samba beats; and ventured precariously in favelas

Meditated at Buddha’s birthplace, hiked up mountains, discovered singing bowls and momos

Rode the Maglev train at 430kph, explored Ming Dynasty gardens, shopped at Nanjing Road 

Studied archaeological digs, unearthing remnants of 1st century AD Roman influences

Delved into the world of Javanese art; saw the sunrise atop the world’s largest Buddhist temple, Borobudur

Visited one of the best-preserved Mayan sites housing 13th century temples by the sea

On a road trip up the coast through Steinbeck country: Hearst Castle, Monterrey, Big Sur and Napa Valley

Relived the intellectual glory of the world’s oldest university through libraries built in the Middle Ages

Had fun revelling on the beaches of the Mediterranean’s most popular clubbing destination  

Explored this ancient Roman city,

a great escape from the country’s lively capital, ski resorts and beaches

Toured the latest aircraft innovations at Lufthansa Technik’s headquarters with the aviation group’s chairman 

Born and raised in this deep-rooted, culturally rich and picturesque West African nation 

Explored the city's alleyways and vibrant markets with their spices, souvenirs and traditional artifacts

Cruised down the Nile, visited the Pyramids of Giza and explored 12th century citadels

Enjoyed exotic dishes, temples and teahouses in Chinatown, and shopping on Orchard Road

There’s nothing cliché about Gaudi’s architecture, Picasso's art, flamenco dancing and seafood paellas 

Indulging in francophone culture while traversing through natural wonders and 400 years of history

Reported on new developments and visited swanky hotels, cool lounges and hip souqs

Exploring old forts, historic towns along ancient trading routes, and incense-filled souqs

Attended the Formula One Grand Prix and mingled with drivers, diplomats and dignitaries

Took a cruise across Lake Geneva basking in the views of the majestic Alps and the beautiful promenade

Discovered the charms of one of the world's oldest and largest citadels standing strong for 5000 years 

Discovered moors, quaint villages,  and Chatsworth’s stately home; lodged in a 1000-year-old manor