Tag: travel news
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Classic Retail Tale
Shopping in Nuremberg’s big department store Breuninger store gives off the feeling of retailer in the concept boutique arena. Unlike corporate shopping nameplates, the Stuggart based chain does not have a cluttered spaces with wall to wall merchandise or taxing small lanes. Instead, thankfully, there is a sense of spatial tranquillity. The ground floor cafe…
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Clipper Inspired talks Senegal
Click below for this episode of Clipper Inspired on the African Nation Senegal. We met up with the Minister of Tourism, he gave us a quick view on the travel offerings.
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Eating in Solerno
I still remember eating in this restaurant while visiting Salerno, Italy. While walking in the old town I saw the sign on the narrow street. The atmospheric inside a 12th century church establishment got my attention because of its unique interior, with the lighting and vault ceilings. I recommend Taverna Santa Maria De Donno (TDSDM).…
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A Schwerin Recharge
In case you live in Berlin but need a quick recharge away from the city, a recommendation, Schwerin, the capital of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. A quick two hour drive away from the German Capital, the mid-sized city moves at a relaxed pace.
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Confusion
What are the rules for traveling with a carry on luggage? “Confusion” is the word that comes to mind. Size limits on different carriers, hidden fees during check in mean more travel stress. There is a sign of hope. The EU could enforce rules on airlines regarding hand luggage fees.
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Naples Revisited
A recent article in The Guardian newspaper described Napes as “the city of imminent doom.” A place where cool books and tv shows are set. Agreed. After my visit to the city in August 2021, in my opinion the Southern Italian city has an eccentric vibe. A place where everything past and present meet on…
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A Travel Gem
As a traveler I spent time in Senegal on my West Africa journey, one day I will return. Meanwhile, stay tuned for a quick podcast interview with the tourism head about this gem of a destination.
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An Underrated Place to Go
Meissen, the Capital of Porcelain, is an underrated town. Located 25 miles from Dresden, the hilly, 11 centuries old Saxony German settlement proved me wrong, underrated came to mind. Why? I had little expectations for a day trip. With only 30,000 inhabitants, pleasant surprises come from small packages comes to mind, picturesque scenes, wine tasting and a…
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In the Pipeline
Stories we have in the pipeline, Glashütte Museum on the Clipper Inspired Podcast, the other worldly scenes from Dresden, Glashütte Original timepieces and the Moritzburg Palace.
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Feeling Like A Danish Version of Bridgerton
A stay at the Hvedholm Slotshotel makes a guest feel as if they have entered a live set from the hit series Bridgerton.