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Malta
4 days in Malta without a car: itinerary & travel tips
Spending 4 days in Malta without a car comes with certain limitations. However, even though you won't have complete flexibility, you can still see...
Articles
4-years blog anniversary: 4 travel blogging lessons
I started this travel blog four years ago. Back in the day, I couldn't even imagine the challenges of blogging. Let alone, of course,...
Italy
How to plan an epic Tuscany road trip: Guide + Itinerary + Map
In my opinion, a road trip to Tuscany is among the best things to do in Europe. Occupying an area of more than 23,000...
Articles
Polaroid Sun 660 review: should you buy one?
Buying old polaroid cameras can be hit-and-miss. I won't lie: I didn't feel convinced when I decided to buy a used Sun 660 AF....
Germany
Böttcherstraße guide: What to see in Bremen’s most iconic street
Böttcherstraße rightly ranks among the top attractions of Bremen, Germany. Despite being slightly more than 100 meters long (~330 ft), the street owes its...
Articles
What’s left from Thomas Pynchon’s “V.” in Valletta? A report
On a recent journey to Malta, I decided to skip sightseeing for a day and immerse myself in a literary walk. The books of...
Italy
The best food tours in Bologna, Italy: how to taste everything
Bologna, the culinary capital of Italy, is a must-see for food lovers. The city earned one of its nicknames, "La Grassa" (the fat one),...
Photo-Reports
Polaroid Diaries: Gothenburg statues & architecture (SX-70)
The 20th edition of my Polaroid Diaries is dedicated to Gothenburg, Sweden. I visited Gothenburg off-season, and I must admit I had luck with...
Malta
Things to do in Gozo: the ultimate travel guide to Malta’s gem
Gozo, Malta's second-biggest island, is one of the best places to relax in the Mediterranean. Despite being inhabited since 5000 BC, the island feels...
Letters to Barbara
The fireworks over Amorgos
Dear Barbara, It's late spring in Amorgos. The car huffs and puffs uphill on the fierce road over the cliff. The damaged asphalt connects two...
Norway
Bergen Aquarium: Stunning Fish Portraits
Rightly ranking among the best things to do in town, the Bergen Aquarium offers an immersive experience generously. Aquariums are often misunderstood as places...
Articles
Polaroid Impulse AF review: does it deserve buying it?
The Polaroid Impulse AF is one of the most celebrated instant cameras. Despite being produced between 1988 and 1994, this vintage polaroid camera still...
Athens
How to get from Athens to Crete
Crete is one of the most desired destinations in Greece. The combination of dreamy beaches, delicious food, and welcoming locals guarantees an unforgettable experience....
Letters to Barbara
Under the volcano of Nisyros
Dear Barbara, Hochlaki beach roars with ancient fury. This black-stoned beach seems to have existed before Nisyros itself. Here, you will always see waves. The...
Athens
The best walking tours in Athens
Widely known as the "birthplace of democracy" and "the cradle of Western civilization," Athens is one of the most legendary cities of antiquity. While...
Greece
Polaroid Diaries: Dodecanese (SX-70)
The last time I visited the Dodecanese, I didn't have a polaroid camera with me. However, the idea of starting the Polaroid Diaries section...
Greece
Things to do in Nisyros: a practical guide to the volcanic island
Featuring an active volcano and home to unique settlements, Nisyros is one of the most fascinating Greek islands. Located in the Dodecanese, just an...
Latvia
The best things to do in Riga: The Ultimate Guide
Despite its compact size, Riga, Latvia's capital, features several notable places of interest and landmarks. The city has a magnificent atmosphere, and the sophisticated...
