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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...
Articles
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....
Romania
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...
Berlin
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...
My Travel Journal
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...
Berlin
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...
Ukraine
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...
Letters to Barbara
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...
Athens
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...
Articles
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...
Articles
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...
Letters to Barbara
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...
Greece
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...
Blogging
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,...
My Travel Journal
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...
Photo-Reports
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...
Articles
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...
Athens
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...
