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The best Christmas Markets in Berlin

The best Christmas Markets in Berlin are those that have a particularly festive atmosphere. You see, the weather is always gloomy this time of...

Checkmate in Yerevan

Dear Barbara, Yerevan has one of the most beautiful airports I've ever seen. Although I arrived very early in the morning (sleepless, as always), I...

Travel & Street Photography Recap II: Belarus & Georgia

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

Katskhi Pillar: A monk above the clouds

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...

Chiatura, a modern dystopia?

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...

Things to do in Tbilisi: A mini guide to Georgia’s capital

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

A stream of hope in Tbilisi

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...

Things to do in Brest, Belarus: A travel guide to the Hero City

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...

The heroes of Brest

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,...

The days of Lee Harvey Oswald in Minsk

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...

Lufthansa Business Class Review

I've lived in Berlin for ten years, and traveling with Lufthansa is always a pleasure. However, it was only recently that I tried Lufthansa's...

The Glaswegians

I thought that my biggest problem in Glasgow would be the weather. What I soon realized, though, was that, even if it rained every...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...