Tag: travel in europe

  • Xmas Throwback in Nuremberg

    Xmas Throwback in Nuremberg

    Some throwback images from the famous Christmas Market in Nuremberg, Germany.

  • Beach Inspired Tranquillity

    Beach Inspired Tranquillity

    Of course not, in August a beach in Usedom does not resemble this picture of tranquillity. The popular Northern German resort becomes a summer getaway for many visitors seeking sun and water. However, I tend to like the Baltic Coast during the less traveled times. Usedom is a two-hour and thirty minute drive from Berlin.

  • Wine Festival Iphofen

    Wine Festival Iphofen

    Just in case if you are in the area, the Franconia city of Iphofen is having a wine festival this week. The romantic walled city delivers a lot of charm and wine.

  • Schon and Lovely

    Schon and Lovely

    I did not anything about the Italian city Lucca. A German friend recommended the ancient Tuscany settlement calling it “Schon” meaning “Lovely”. Located thirty minutes from both Pisa and the beach by train, Lucca for any traveler would be a great stop off point to explore the region. What struck me about the walled city…

  • Back to Salerno

    Back to Salerno

    I visited Salerno during a hot summer in August. This charming Southern Italian city is worth a visit in the fall. The old streets, great restaurants and views offer much for travellers.

  • I Want A New Train Set

    I Want A New Train Set

    Sometimes in life you go to a place that brings back memories. I had train sets a kid, loved playing with them for hours. Miniatur Wunderland Hamburg brought back those days imaging being the train conductor. Spread out over three floors the attractions are set up based on a destination of the world, Rio or…

  • Staycation Preview Hamburg

    Staycation Preview Hamburg

    A quick staycation to the port city of Hamburg is always nice. The last time I visited Covid rules were in place.

  • An Ancient Allure

    The ancient ruins of Paestum Italy. The former Greek colony was founded in 600BC.

  • A Walk in Nuremberg

    A Walk in Nuremberg

    Nuremberg, the historical first city of Franconia region Germany offers a visitor delightful views. I spent a day walking around the old city acquainting myself to a relaxing vibe along the city walls and riverfront. I liked the shopping district, of course, a mixture of small brands and big stores. While, Strolling around I walked…

  • A Lot Charm In A Small Place

    A Lot Charm In A Small Place

    I visited Volkach on a late Saturday. Another wine country town situated above the Main River in the Franconia Region of Bavaria. A charming square in the centre, a high tower gate on the main street was picture perfect. I visited the 8.700 habitants municipality on a late Saturday afternoon. Being in the wine growing…