Travel & Street Photography Recap II October 2018 was a busy month. I had to be in Berlin for a workshop, I had to work...

The Katskhi Pillar Not far away from Chiatura and on the way to Kutaisi, there is a monolith called the Katskhi Pillar. It is definitely...

Dear Barbara, It's a relatively long journey by car to Chiatura. It takes almost three hours, and I can observe both heavy rain and dazzling...

Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia, is still one of the hidden gems of the region. Located at the crossroads of Eastern Europe and Western...

Dear Barbara, Tbilisi feels totally vintage. In some streets, I think I have a déjà vu: it reminds me of Athens in the early '90s. The...

Brest is one of the oldest cities in Belarus, founded more than a thousand years ago. With a population of 350,000, Brest is located...

Dear Barbara, There was fog on my way to Brest. A thick veil prevented me from seeing the horizon. I could see the nearby trees,...

Try to imagine that: Lee Harvey Oswald in Minsk, Belarus.Ever since I learned that Lee Harvey Oswald spent some years in Belarus, I was...

Belarus is one of the fascinating countries in Europe. Secluded for decades, it only recently started to open up to foreign visitors. Minsk, the...

Dear Barbara, I know that you are wondering why I chose Minsk as a destination. The comparison is inevitable: from the sunny and sandy Greek...

Since the early 90s, Prague has become one of the most desired destinations for international travelers. The beer was cheap, the vibe was fantastic,...

Franz Kafka is one of the most influential writers of the 20th century. The prolific writer from Prague left his mark on world literature...

Travel & Street Photography Recap 13 I have spent a good part of October in Berlin. Although after my return from Anafi I spent a...

I was never really fond of Santorini. Honestly, I could never imagine spending my vacations there. I find the island to be stressful, and...

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...

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...

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,...

Poznan is a sophisticated small city in Poland. Although it is compact, the city boasts stunning architecture and is well worth a visit. When...