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Polaroid Diaries: Malta highlights with the Impulse AF

If you have ever thought of traveling to Malta, I'm sure you imagine the following: sunshine, sea, and landmarks. However, although the landmarks were...

KGB Museum Riga: The Corner House & its dark history

The KGB Museum in Riga is probably the eeriest location in the whole country. Don't let the beautiful Art Nouveau facade mislead you: the...

2022 Year Review: Twelve things to remember

It's again this time of the year: I have to look back and try to wrap up what happened during the past 365 days....

Tränenpalast: The Palace of Tears in Berlin

Located in one of the busiest railway junctions in Berlin, the Tränenpalast was once the epicenter of tearful farewells. The former border crossing at Friedrichstraße...

The House of the Black Heads in Riga, Latvia

The House of the Black Heads is the most prominent building in Riga's Old Town. Erected in 1334 under the name "New House of the...

The aging stones of Malta

Dear Barbara, On the first afternoon in Malta, the sea changes sides as if trying to hide all the shores of the Mediterranean Sea. On...

Berlin Wall Memorial guide: Cold War stories from the city’s past

The Berlin Wall Memorial is one of the must-see locations in the German capital. Located in Bernauer Strasse, once a no-man's-land of the formerly...

Lucerne tours: the best city walks, cruises & day trips to the Swiss Alps

Surrounded by Mount Pilatus and Rigi in the Swiss Alps, Lucerne is the undeniable pearl of Central Switzerland. Home to the iconic Lion Monument,...

The Wall – Asisi Panorama Berlin: photos & tips

Located next to the iconic Checkpoint Charlie, "The Wall - Asisi Panorama Berlin" is a unique art project. Austrian artist Yadegar Asisi (b. 1955)...

Things to do in Tilos: a travel guide to the quietest Greek island

Tilos is one of the quietest Greek islands. Located halfway between Kos and Rhodes, Tilos is the fifth smaller island of the Dodecanese complex....

Frankfurt layover guide: what to do & see

Frankfurt is often misconceived by international travelers as a business city and therefore overlooked. And while the financial heart of Germany beats in the...

The Hozoviotissa Monastery in Amorgos

The Panagia Hozoviotissa Monastery in Amorgos rightly ranks among Greece's most iconic religious sites. Visible only from the sea, the monastery is carved into...

How to get from Bergen airport to the city center

Located just a short ride from the city center, the Bergen International Airport (IATA: BGO) is stylish and compact. The so-called Bergen Flesland Airport...

Grimmwelt Kassel & 10 facts about the Brothers Grimm

The folktales wouldn't be the same without the Brothers Grimm. The iconic duo of storytellers sealed an era with their excellent tales and added...

Things to do in Bergen, Norway | City guide & travel tips

Surrounded by seven mountains and located right by the sea, Bergen is one of the most stunning European cities. The so-called "gateway to the...

Polaroid Diaries: All about Old Riga (Impulse AF)

Riga greeted me with the darkest clouds I'd seen in a while. It was the prelude to what turned out to be a very...

The best Tuscany wine tours from Florence

Famous for its stunning Renaissance art and architecture, Florence is Italy's most celebrated city. The city's strategic location makes it an ideal starting point...

Domestic flights in Greece | How to get fast to the Greek islands

Domestic flights in Greece provide an excellent alternative for reaching your destination if you're on a tight schedule. Most international travelers will need to...