• Charelle Kooy Location Independent Entrepreneur
    Travel thoughts

    How I became a location independent entrepreneur

    I always dreamed of being free. Even when I was still in high school, I dreamed of backpacking around the world. But instead of following my dream, I finished my studies and started working in a corporate job from 9-5. I followed society’s rules, because that is what you should do to become happy and succesful, right? After a few years of living like this, I was burned…

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    Czech Republic,  Destinations,  Europe

    Visit Pravčická brana: the largest natural sandstone bridge in Europe

    The Pravčická brana is the largest natural sandstone bridge in Europe and lies in the Czech Republic. The nature in the area and the gate itself are stunning. In this post I share the best hiking trails to explore the area and see the Pravčická brana. A natural wonder Deep in the forests of the Bohemian Switzerland National Park lies the impressive rock formation Pravčická brana. This is…

  • Destinations,  Europe,  France

    9 Essential World War II Sites In Normandy

    There is no doubt that Normandy is a place of history. For many tourists, history is even the sole purpose of their visit. Most of them want to understand or remember the events of D-Day, the day the Allied forces invaded Europe during the Second World War. In almost every street or around every corner you see a reference to D-Day, such as a monument or flags of…

  • Destinations,  Europe,  France

    Top 5 Best Things To See and Do In Normandy

    Normandy is a place of history, delicious seafood, wide open fields and half-timbered houses. The people are remarkably friendly to welcome you into this part of France. Many tourists visit Normandy because of the D-Day sites. It’s an intriguing destination for sure, and I share with you my top 5 of things to see and do in the region. Étretat cliffs and arches Étretat is one of the…

  • Media,  Videos

    Château De Martragny By Drone (Video)

    When the borders opened again in Europe in June, I got my stuff and drove to Normandy in France. I spent a week at the beautiful castle and camping Château de Martragny. It’s the ideal base to explore the region and it has a lovely vibe. Check out my drone video below. I used the DJI Mavic Mini drone. Where are you heading this summer? Let me know…