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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...

Toucan review & tutorial: Learn a language just by browsing the internet

I found countless times myself regretting not speaking the language of the place I traveled to. Sure, learning a new language is not an...

40+ Quotes about Greece to feed your wanderlust (with images)

Greece is always one of the most desired summer destinations for travelers. The magnificent landscape, the open sea, and local life —all these elements...

Three billboards outside Chisinau, Moldova

Dear Barbara, The moment the plane lands in Chisinau, the Moldovan passengers start clapping. It's as if something remarkable just happened. I then think of...

10 facts about Ancient Corinth, the Temple of Apollo & how to visit it

Ancient Corinth was one of the most prominent city-states of Greek antiquity. Located directly after the Isthmus of Corinth, the narrow land bridge connecting...

How much does it cost to start a blog? Budget & tips

If you already own a laptop or desktop, the annual cost to start a blog is less than 100 euros. It can actually be even less,...

Polaroid Diaries: From spring to winter in 48 hours (SX-70)

A couple of weeks ago, I wrote about the severe snowfall that hit Athens. It's really unlikely to have such heavy snowfalls in Athens...

Street photography at night – 10+1 tips for stunning street shots

There are multiple reasons why somebody wants to shoot street photography at night. Some people want to explore a city's nightlife, others would like...

Travel graphic novels: the art of illustrated wanderlust

I've been reading graphic novels for the past twenty years. The combination of text and illustration always fascinated me. It seemed that I didn't...

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...

Overcoming oblivion in Gothenburg

Dear Barbara, Here, Poseidon has his back turned to the morning light. It is a daring statue that wakes up slowly, later from Gothenburg itself,...

Eleusis: the archaeological site & Eleusinian Mysteries facts

Located approximately 20 km away from Athens, Eleusis was one of the most iconic locations of Ancient Greece. For almost two thousand years (1600 BC-400...

The best blogging tools for beginners in 2025 – Free & Paid

Gone are the days when running a blog meant heavy writing that eventually led to success. While it's still possible to find a free...

Polaroid Diaries: A Tuscan dream (Polaroid SX-70)

The journey to Italy somehow sealed the return to (some sort of) normality. I visited Italy with two friends of mine, and for a...

The best wine tours from Siena: Choosing the right Tuscan day trip

Siena is an excellent base for exploring the iconic Chianti wine region. The city is compact, easy to navigate, and packed with great places...

Berlinale 2022: Thoughts, impressions & hopes

My fourteenth Berlinale was definitely the weirdest one. This year's edition was confirmed just a month before the festival's kick-off: running an international film...