Jan is the owner and founder of The Crazy Tourist. He's born and raised in The Netherlands and loves exploring the South of France.
He loves going on short City Trips and visiting sunny destinations. His favorite country to visit is France.
To understand Phnom Penh, you need to understand its history. On April 17, 1975, a vicious military guerilla group led by heinous leader Pol Pot, drove tanks through the streets of Phnom Penh and began a reign of terror over the country. First, they removed families from their homes, separated children from their parents, turned …
A fishing village turned ultimate holiday destination, Koh Rong Island is the next big destination in South East Asia. Prepare to have you life changed. With over 43 kilometers of white sand beaches, bathwater warm turquoise water, coconut trees lining the shore, and an eclectic mix of locals from all over the world- this is …
Want to see the real Cambodia? Come to Battambang. While Battambang is the second largest city in Cambodia, it still isn’t a destination that often makes it onto the traveler bucket list. There are no white sand beaches or boozy pub crawls, but rather, Battambang is a city full of ancient temples, unspoiled local culture, …
It would be a shame to come all the way to South East Asia and not visit Siem Reap. Home to Angkor Wat, the awe-inspiring and mind-blowing collection of ancient temple ruins, a visit to Siem Reap might just be the highlight of your trip. Outside of the mystifying temple tours, this northern city has …
If you want to see the real Cambodia, get off the beaten path. While the popular tourist destinations in Cambodia have incredible features of their own, it’s the road-less-traveled that will really inspire you and make your trip unforgettable. To get a glimpse of the unknown, all you have to do is visit Koh Kong. …
As the 3rd largest city in Cambodia, you can imagine that there is a lot to be seen, done, and eaten in Kampong Cham. The geographical layout is mostly rural with a bustling city center- you really get the best of both worlds when visiting. You can experience old school Cambodia with village tours and …
Sihanoukville is widely known as the jumping off point for serene islands such as Koh Rong, Koh Rong Samleom, and Koh Dek Koul. But not so fast- “Snooky” has a lot to offer on its own. Located on the southern coast of Cambodia, about a 5-hour drive from the capitol city of Phnom Penh, Sihanoukville …
The sleepy town of Kampot isn’t trying to be anything it’s not. Naturally beautiful and effortlessly enchanting, you’ll slip right into a balance of laid back days on the river, and scenic drives over red dirt roads. Relatively untouched by tourism, its natural beauty puts you on the fast-track to getting back in touch with …
Lucerne is one of the best tourist destinations in Europe. The city is situated on Lake Lucerne and is embedded within an amazing mountainous panorama. The well-preserved town lies on the Northern end of Lake Lucerne where the River Reuss enters the lake. Thanks to the elegant historic buildings, the genial atmosphere, its souvenir shops, …
The marvelous city of Rio is located on the South Atlantic coast and is the second largest city in Brazil with several districts. Rio de Janeiro was founded in 1565 by Portuguese colonialists. This captivating city is famous for its laidback beach culture, its breathtaking landscapes, the mixed architecture, villages that have been transformed into …