A travel journal
Wherever the light is good.
Stories, photographs, and the places I keep coming back to. Written and shot by Hylke.
Meet Hylke
On the hunt for spots not yet on the map.
I live in Fryslân and travel for the landscapes — Ireland, the UK, and especially Scandinavia. Spothunter is the chase: finding places before they end up on every postcard.
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Feanwâlden — a spring morning among geese, ducks and a roe deer
A clear May morning in Feanwâlden. Barely a hundred metres into the forest, a roe deer darts away between the trunks. This loop never stops surprising you, no matter how many times you walk it.
Skellig Islands: Boat Tours, Practical Tips and Hiking Routes near Portmagee
Skellig Islands – Where Heaven and Sea Meet During our road trip along the west and south coast of Ireland, a visit to the Skellig Islands was also on the list. It was a day with beautiful weather, despite the strong winds. But that shouldn't spoil the fun when you're heading out to sea by […]
Wicklow Mountains & Glendalough: Hiking Routes and Practical Info
Wicklow Mountains – The Garden of Ireland During our road trip along the west and south coast of Ireland, we concluded this journey with a final stop in the Wicklow Mountains. We stayed at Forest View Woodland Lodge, an excellent base for excursions in this beautiful area. The very friendly owners are extremely helpful with […]