Monthly Archives: February 2016
Comino: Enter the Blue Lagoon
Malta, the rocky Mediterranean island nation, is in fact a set of several islands. Comino is only a short sea voyage away from the main island, but it feels like a whole other world. When approaching the island of Comino,
Comino: Enter the Blue Lagoon
Malta, the rocky Mediterranean island nation, is in fact a set of several islands. Comino is only a short sea voyage away from the main island, but it feels like a whole other world. When approaching the island of Comino,
Amsterdam’s Raunchy Red Lights District
Amsterdam has something of a reputation as an infamous den of vice. Liberal attitudes towards pretty much anything and everything have attracted like-minded people into the city for centuries, and legalized marijuana and prostitution make it a playground for those looking
Amsterdam’s Raunchy Red Lights District
Amsterdam has something of a reputation as an infamous den of vice. Liberal attitudes towards pretty much anything and everything have attracted like-minded people into the city for centuries, and legalized marijuana and prostitution make it a playground for those looking
Tallinn’s Medieval Old Town
Tallinn, Estonia’s colorful capital, is one of my favorite cities in the world. This tiny metropolis has a wide range of excellent restaurants, a surprisingly wild nightlife and impossibly trendy neighborhoods. Above all else, the city has the most amazing medieval
Tallinn’s Medieval Old Town
Tallinn, Estonia’s colorful capital, is one of my favorite cities in the world. This tiny metropolis has a wide range of excellent restaurants, a surprisingly wild nightlife and impossibly trendy neighborhoods. Above all else, the city has the most amazing medieval
Big Sur
Big Sur is a legend completely worthy of its status. The incredible beauty of the Californian coastline has been an inspiration to artists and writers for decades and continues to do so still. The region feels totally removed from the stress
Street Food in Istanbul
Food in all its delicious forms is definitely one of Istanbul’s biggest attractions. The lively, loud and energetic city has something for everyone, from high-end restaurants to small carts selling roasted nuts or questionable seafood on the streets. For me
Street Food in Istanbul
Food in all its delicious forms is definitely one of Istanbul’s biggest attractions. The lively, loud and energetic city has something for everyone, from high-end restaurants to small carts selling roasted nuts or questionable seafood on the streets. For me
Dubai Marina
The man-made metropolis of Dubai’s Marina neighborhood is awe-inspiring for many reasons. The beautiful green waters of the marina, filled with luxury yachts; the lively Marina walk with its various restaurants, cafés and shops, perfect for people watching; the gilded skyscrapers
Dubai Marina
The man-made metropolis of Dubai’s Marina neighborhood is awe-inspiring for many reasons. The beautiful green waters of the marina, filled with luxury yachts; the lively Marina walk with its various restaurants, cafés and shops, perfect for people watching; the gilded skyscrapers
Outdoor Pancake Party in South Karelia
The Land of a Thousand Lakes Finland isn’t called the land of a thousand lakes for nothing. Actually the nickname is a severe understatement, as there are approximately 188 000 lakes in the country. These lakes are beloved hangout spots for locals,
Outdoor Pancake Party in South Karelia
The Land of a Thousand Lakes Finland isn’t called the land of a thousand lakes for nothing. Actually the nickname is a severe understatement, as there are approximately 188 000 lakes in the country. These lakes are beloved hangout spots for locals,
My Dublin Favorites
Dublin never really occurred to me. For some reason I thought the city was just a smaller version of London, with locals that speak kinda funny. Well, the locals really do speak kinda funny, but otherwise I was proven wrong on
My Dublin Favorites
Dublin never really occurred to me. For some reason I thought the city was just a smaller version of London, with locals that speak kinda funny. Well, the locals really do speak kinda funny, but otherwise I was proven wrong on
Île Sainte-Marguerite
Île Sainte-Marguerite is an incredibly lush island paradise, like a shiny emerald surrounded by clear turquoise waters. The ruggedly beautiful coastline gives the impression of being miles away from civilisation, but this time looks are definitely deceiving. All you have
Île Sainte-Marguerite
Île Sainte-Marguerite is an incredibly lush island paradise, like a shiny emerald surrounded by clear turquoise waters. The ruggedly beautiful coastline gives the impression of being miles away from civilisation, but this time looks are definitely deceiving. All you have
Tokyo’s Best Views
Tokyo is an immense and disorienting city, seemingly spreading without end in every direction. A new city in a new country can always feel somewhat disorienting at first, and that feeling can be especially strong in the biggest city in
Tokyo’s Best Views
Tokyo is an immense and disorienting city, seemingly spreading without end in every direction. A new city in a new country can always feel somewhat disorienting at first, and that feeling can be especially strong in the biggest city in
Afternoon Tea in London
Afternoon Tea is the quintessential English treat. Don’t let the name fool you – it’s not really about tea. Sure, there is always a selection of tasty teas, but that’s not all. Traditionally the tea is served with cucumber and cream
Afternoon Tea in London
Afternoon Tea is the quintessential English treat. Don’t let the name fool you – it’s not really about tea. Sure, there is always a selection of tasty teas, but that’s not all. Traditionally the tea is served with cucumber and cream
Agadir
Agadir is Morocco’s premiere beach resort town, as popular with locals as it is with foreign tourists. Most parts of the town feel decidedly un-Moroccan, and that’s probably because the entire city was rebuilt anew after a strong earthquake tore down
Staying at a Sicilian Vineyard
Staying at a Sicilian Vineyard should be mandatory for anyone searching for happiness. The rural Italian island is full of charming old villas and castles that have combined their centuries-old winemaking traditions with a modern flair for hospitality. And there’s nothing
Staying at a Sicilian Vineyard
Staying at a Sicilian Vineyard should be mandatory for anyone searching for happiness. The rural Italian island is full of charming old villas and castles that have combined their centuries-old winemaking traditions with a modern flair for hospitality. And there’s nothing
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