A Travel Lottery

Once, the German Train system was world known for reliability, pensility and good service.  Those were the days. Now, taking a train the Europe’s biggest rail network is as sure as winning a million-dollar lottery.  At times Deutsche Bahn (DB) feels as if it is held together by five cent bubble gum. Recently, a major… Continue reading A Travel Lottery

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.

Vintage Denim History

The history of denim was displayed in Berlin. While walking around a trade fair I came across a stall with vintage jean pieces. The Jeans Museum located in Zurich Switzerland contains over 14,000 pairs of jeans and jackets. Curator Ruedi Karrer is a walking encyclopedia on the textile subject. The Jeans Museum is on Kochlistr… Continue reading Vintage Denim History

Tiggiano’s Local Charm

From Berlin to Tiggiano, Giacomo Cazzato talks about his charming town on the Adriatic Coast on our travel podcast. In a busy Berlin restaurant the mayor describes what makes this historical beach destination special. Check out the Clipper Inspired Podcast below

Going to Gallipoli

Gallipoli, the Italian city on the peninsula’s heal may not be the most well traversed destination in the Latin Country, but that maybe be a good thing. Located on the Ionian Coast, the historical city offers a coast of crystal clear water along with beach weather until November. That part shocked me! As well, the… Continue reading Going to Gallipoli