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10 things to know before starting a blog

In the weeks leading up to starting my travel blog, I worried a lot about the background tasks associated with blogging. What does it...

Facts about Santorini & 5 day tours on the island

Santorini is hands down one of the most desired destinations for travelers. However, while some of the most iconic locations are worldwide famous, some...

Iron land, Folegandros

Dear Barbara, The few trees of the island lean towards the south. The northern winds whip them all year long, and their trunks bend towards...

Things to do in Folegandros: The ultimate travel guide

Folegandros is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful Greek islands. As you will see in the photos, it enjoys one of the most stunning...

The Palamidi Fortress in Nafplio – Tips, photos & info

Standing 216 meters above sea level and overlooking the Argolic Gulf, the Palamidi Fortress is a remarkable example of Venetian Baroque architecture. Despite its...

The Epidaurus Theater and why you should visit it

The ancient Theater of Epidaurus is by far the most famous theater of Greek antiquity. Located in the Peloponnese region, adjacent to the sanctuary...

Polaroid Diaries: A day at the Acropolis of Athens (SX-70)

Of all the famous ancient Greek sites, the Acropolis of Athens is definitely the most legendary. It's not an exaggeration to say that a visit to...

Street photography in Bucharest

Once again, I found myself wandering around Eastern Europe. In February 2020, I visited Romania for the first time. Even though I was on...

What happens when a hodophile meets an umarell or a kibitzer?

"Move the Knight," says the kibitzer. He could very well be an umarell, but I guess he's happy with his kibitzer role. I stand...

Polaroid Go review: travelers, that’s the best instant camera for a journey

The Polaroid Go was introduced at the end of April 2021. It was actually a short, nostalgic video that announced the world's smallest analog...

“The art of replication” at Draiflessen Collection

Once again, an exhibition brought me to Mettingen, that quiet German town not far away from Osnabrück. The last time I was there - already...

Valletta travel guide: things to do in Malta’s capital & travel tips

Named after a famous Grand Master, Valletta is one of the smallest European capitals. However, despite its compact size, there are plenty of things...

Polaroid diaries: Day out with the Polaroid Sun 660

I thought it was time for a change. After presenting the Polaroid Diaries for almost three years, I decided to add a new camera...

7 Santorini photo tours you can book right now (with prices)

Are you visiting Santorini this year but don't want to just have selfies from your holiday? Of all the Greek islands, Santorini is the...

Things to do in Marsaxlokk, Malta and where to stay

Featuring an impressive bay full of colorful fishing boats, Marsaxlokk is one of Malta's must-see locations. With a population of almost 3,500 inhabitants, Marsaxlokk...

Barbro Östlihn: New York Imprint – Photos from an exhibition

I never heard of Barbro Östlihn before visiting Gothenburg. However, discovering artists unknown to me is always one of the greatest pleasures of traveling....

The best wine tours from Catania: Mount Etna wine tastings

Catania is one of the most underrated cities in Italy. Located in eastern Sicily, in the shadow of Mount Etna, its fate is sealed...

The Gothenburg Museum of Art and why you should visit it

I firmly believe that you can't get a good overview of a city without visiting at least one museum. The Gothenburg Museum of Art...