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Czech Republic
Things to do in Prague: A travel guide to the capital of Czech Republic
Since the early 90s, Prague has become one of the most desired destinations for international travelers. The beer was cheap, the vibe was fantastic,...
Art
Following Franz Kafka in Prague: the places he lived and worked
Franz Kafka is one of the most influential writers of the 20th century. The prolific writer from Prague left his mark on world literature...
Czech Republic
Travel & Street Photography recap 13
Travel & Street Photography Recap 13 I have spent a good part of October in Berlin. Although after my return from Anafi I spent a...
Greece
Polaroid Diaries: Santorini
I was never really fond of Santorini. Honestly, I could never imagine spending my vacations there. I find the island to be stressful, and...
Czech Republic
Prague: stories & musings
Dear Barbara, The weather in Prague is pleasant. A few clouds, some refreshing wind, and a weak sun above my head. It's not my first...
Art
Berlin Festival of Lights: info & how to take photos
I've been following the Berlin Festival of Lights ever since I moved to Berlin. Every October, historical landmarks and spots of interest are illuminated...
Anafi
Ferry Tales: People on a slow journey
Not that long ago, I reached out to my mailing list. As I often say, it's a huge responsibility to have readers; that said,...
Poland
Things to do in Poznan: A travel guide to Poland’s gem
Poznan is a sophisticated small city in Poland. Although it is compact, the city boasts stunning architecture and is well worth a visit. When...
Anafi
Polaroid Diaries: Anafi
Shortly before reaching the first anniversary of the Letters to Barbara, I decided to enrich the blog's content a bit. I'm always enthusiastic when...
Anafi
Travel & Street Photography Recap 12
Travel & Street Photography Recap 12 I'm writing the Travel & Street Photography recap 12 in Anafi. Of all the places I might daydream all...
Blogging
KeySearch review & tutorial: is this the best SEO tool for bloggers?
So, first things first: this is not an article about the best SEO tool out there. There are more advanced SEO software packages online,...
Letters to Barbara
The memory of sand in Donoussa
Dear Barbara, The Italians push their masks under their chins. The old bus rolls under the burning sun of Donoussa, and everybody is searching for...
Articles
Instagram captions & the art of yawning – Recap 24
I'm not a big fan of Social Media anymore. Once upon a time, I used to be a frequent user of Instagram, but these...
Articles
Two years of travel blogging: Things I learned the hard way
Every September, on the occasion of the Letters to Barbara anniversary, I try to write a roundup post. Apart from the personal milestone, such...
Articles
The best travel gifts: 20+ unique ideas for travelers
Whenever I think of the best travel gifts, there's one thing that all these items must have in common: I can't imagine going on...
Berlin
3 days in Berlin: The ultimate travel guide & itineraries
Berlin is one of the most vibrant metropolises in Europe. Moreover, the city's past continues to haunt contemporary life, and the turbulent 20th century...
Articles
2020 as a journey through the alphabet – Recap 23
The warm days of summer are most likely over, but 2020 still feels like a collective nightmare. During the dark days of the lockdown,...
Edinburgh
Edinburgh street photography: Snapshots of daily life
This time, it was a brief stay in Edinburgh. Fifteen years ago, I spent five days in the city, but this time I was...
