One Week in Tuscany Itinerary - A Most Wondrous Week in Italy Tuscany’s family run agriturismos, multicolored, multi-textured hillsides, flowing vineyards, delicious food and wines, and friendly people draw millions of visitors each year. While some people rush through multiple countries in a few ... Read Full Article
Buddhist Temples in Tanjung Pinang – Photo Essay
Buddhist Temples in Tanjung Pinang - Photo Essay 500 Lohan Temple - Buddhist Temples in Tanjung Pinang The massive stone Buddha statue in front of the 500 Lohan Temple is impressive, but the truly special view is hidden behind the temple. After walking through a dark archway, you can see ... Read Full Article
Rescuing the Cats of Athens
Rescuing the Cats of Athens They haunt the ancient temples of the Acropolis like lean ghosts. They scavenge through piles of plastic garbage bags in the narrow streets of the Plaka. Their tormented yowls and chilling screams are the night music of suburban alleys. They are the cats of Athens. It is ... Read Full Article
7 Days in Italy: 1 Week Itinerary from Venice to Rome
7 Days in Italy Itinerary Italy is gliding down the Grand Canal in Venice, under the Rialto Bridge and onward to the enigmatic St. Mark’s Square. Italy is staring in awe at Michelangelo’s masterpiece David or the heavenly Sistine Chapel in Vatican City. Italy is imagining the gladiators and wild ... Read Full Article
The Best German Christmas Markets – Germany in Winter
The Best German Christmas Markets - Germany in Winter German Christmas Markets are magical. I don't know if it is the sweet smells of Glühwein and sugar-coated roast almonds, the delicious Bratwurst in a bun or the sparkling lights and festive decorations that have mesmerized me since childhood. ... Read Full Article
A Mix of Influences – Discovering Arab Culture in Indonesia
Discovering Arab Culture in Indonesia While this blog is mainly about travel destinations in and around Europe, I wanted to share some of my recent adventures in a different part of the world with you: Indonesia. The archipelago consists of over 17 000 islands and stretches from Singapore to ... Read Full Article
1 Week Itinerary Germany – From Frankfurt to Munich
1 Week Itinerary Germany Germany. Land of castles, Schnitzel, beer, the Black Forest, and oompah bands. For this article, we will focus on a 1 week itinerary Germany, including historic Heidelberg and parts of Bavaria from Baden Baden to magnificent Munich. For this itinerary, we will be arriving ... Read Full Article
Oradour-sur-Glane, France: The Martyrs’ Village
Oradour-sur-Glane, France: The Martyrs' Village As you enter the French village of Oradour-sur-Glane, the sign says, simply, "Souviens-toi." Remember.I assure you that you will not forget your visit to this remarkable town. Located about 15 miles west of Limoges, in the central west of ... Read Full Article