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How to buy train tickets in Germany: Deutsche Bahn guide & travel tips

The best way to travel through Germany is definitely by train. Deutsche Bahn, Germany's national railway company, operates an impressive fleet and can take...

Visit San Marino: The ultimate travel guide to the Most Serene Republic

Nestled in the rocky hills and overlooking the splendid Adriatic coast, San Marino is one of the smallest countries in Europe. Its rocky territory...

Polaroid Diaries: The German winter blues (SX-70)

I spent the whole of November in Germany, and I didn't expect anything spectacular in terms of weather. The days were short and dark...

Travel tips for Greece: 10 things to know before visiting Greece

Greece is one of the most popular destinations for international travelers, drawing millions of visitors annually. However, despite Greece's similarities with other European countries,...

2021 year review: quarantinies in the sunset

It's January 2021, and I already worry that I won't have anything to write when the year's over. However, instead of thinking about the...

15 minutes from now

I spent four weeks in Germany in late 2021, and I did things that I hadn't done in a long time. My return to...

Polaroid Diaries: To Delphi and beyond with the SX-70

I decided to visit Delphi in late October. The weather was still pleasant, and I thought that a travel blog with a strong focus...

San Gimignano travel guide: things to do and where to stay

Located in the heart of Tuscany, the medieval town of San Gimignano is one of Italy's highlights. The picturesque town is a walled settlement...

“True Pictures?” at the Sprengel Museum in Hannover

It's always a joy to attend art exhibitions. So the day I learned there's a new photography exhibition at the Sprengel Museum in Hannover,...

Delphi, Greece: A travel guide for your visit & how to get there

Delphi, once considered the center of the world, is one of the most prominent locations in Ancient Greece. Known also as Pytho in ancient times,...

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...

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...

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),...

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...

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...

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...

Kos day trips: Where to go & how to book (with prices)

Kos is the birthplace of the father of medicine, Hippocrates, and one of the most popular Greek islands. Located in the middle of the...

Hotel Royal Gothenburg review: is this the best hotel in town?

Hotel Royal Gothenburg is the oldest hotel in the beautiful Swedish city. Despite its age (established in 1852), that's one of the most beloved...