Sloboda zvierat is now one of the best‑known non‑profit organizations in Slovakia. Its name is familiar to people across generations — from those who remember its beginnings in the 1990s to young volunteers who come today to walk dogs at the shelter in Polianky. For many, including myself, Sloboda zvierat is a symbol of the…
When we turned onto the familiar road toward the Domov pro koně sanctuary on Sunday morning, I felt something wonderful. It was no longer the initial respect for the unknown, nor the excitement of discovery. It was the feeling of coming back. Returning to a place where time flows differently, where you learn to slow…
Introduction: A Story That Began During a Yoga Weekend Sometimes the most unforgettable experiences happen completely unexpectedly.Mine began during a relaxing yoga weekend in Košice, led by my favourite teacher Petr Mišík. We were staying at Penzión Lesanka, surrounded by forests, calm, and the water surface of Ružín. After Saturday’s lessons we had a two‑hour…
We visited Sri Lanka in December 2025, just a few weeks after the devastating floods and landslides that hit the island in November. The country was still healing, and yet it welcomed us with its usual warmth. After a few days in Colombo, we moved to Sigiriya — a region wrapped in lush greenery, ancient…
At the end of our journey through Sri Lanka, filled with impressions from our visit to the sea turtle rescue center in Habaraduwa, we decided to dedicate our last afternoon to something that would show us a completely different side of Sri Lanka. Not just natural beauty and beaches, but a place where stories of…
At the turn of 2025 and 2026, we spent 17 days traveling across the lush tropical island of Sri Lanka. During this time, we frequently moved around and stayed in seven different accommodations, from simple guesthouses to comfortable hotels that gradually became our temporary homes. We visited the bustling capital Colombo, the majestic rock fortress…
Contrast of Two Worlds In my previous article about Japan, I wrote about the problematic aspects of this country, especially about animal cafes on Takeshita Street. Animals here live in an artificial and often stressful environment for the amusement of tourists. But Japan also has its second, surprisingly beautiful side. In Nara Park, I discovered…
In June 2025, during my travels across Japan, I visited Tokyo, Lake Kawaguchiko, Kyoto, and Osaka. Although this time I didn’t volunteer at any dog shelters, I encountered many domestic and wild animals. Today I’ll focus only on the negative experiences and impressions from Tokyo, where tourists — especially on Takeshita Street — become part…
36 horses, 3 cows, 5 dogs, 1 pony, and many other animal beings. This is the Domov pro koně south of Prague. After the first visit to the Domov pro koně in Central Bohemia in Leština, my man and I decided to visit this sanctuary again, a horse shelter which we have been financially supporting…
After my first article about volunteering at the AproP dog shelter in southern Spain, I received many beautiful responses and questions about the specific dogs I had the opportunity to meet and walk. Each of them has a unique story, personality, and a big heart longing for love and a home. In the following lines,…