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The Coronavirus Chronicles: Lockdown in Berlin (daily updates)

The Coronavirus Chronicles were born out of necessity. Earlier this week, I wrote that I canceled all my travel plans -and I didn't take...

Coronavirus and traveling

Last Saturday, I woke up late, and the first thing I did was to check-in Barbara and me for our upcoming journey to Norway....

The Palace of the Parliament in Bucharest: History, facts and tours

I will never forget the odor when I entered the Palace of the Parliament in Bucharest. To this day, I still can't decide whether...

My Berlinale 2020 thoughts – Recap 17

If you've been following me for a while now, you probably remember that I write a recap every month. Apart from including the month's...

DJI Osmo Pocket Review: Is this the future?

It's been a while since I first thought of writing this DJI Osmo Pocket review. I'm not a pro videographer; therefore, I needed some...

Why visiting the Tempelhofer Feld is a political act

I moved to Berlin in January 2010. Back then, the city's agenda was very different from what it is today. I still remember the...

Things to do in Kyiv: A mini guide to Ukraine’s capital

Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine, is a fascinating and diverse city. I spent a couple of days in the city, and I tried to...

Lust and poetry in Odessa

Dear Barbara, From Odessa's airport to the city, all I see is a meager sun and scattered, bulimic clouds ready to swallow the light. And...

From Athens to Berlin – Recap 16

I always try to spend either Christmas or New Year's Eve in Athens. This year was no exception, and to be honest, I've been...

Which are the best places to travel alone in Europe?

Choosing a travel destination in Europe for your solo journey might be more challenging than you think. There are several things to consider, and...

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...

Snow in Athens & the 2021 Flockdown

The winters in Athens are usually mild. While you can expect some scattered snowflakes in the city center, the truth is that the snow...