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Destination Guide: Cityscapes, Nature & Culture

This page is your one-stop shop for travel inspiration and exploration! I’ve gathered my adventures from around the globe to help you discover new destinations, uncover hidden gems, and experience the world in a whole new way.

From the bustling streets of London to the serene canals of Amsterdam, we’ll journey through Europe’s iconic cities and charming towns. We’ll explore the history and unique cultures and marvel at old and new architectural wonders.

But it’s not just about famous landmarks and tourist hotspots. I’ll take you off the beaten path to uncover local experiences, quirky attractions, and unexpected discoveries. We’ll meet fascinating people, sample delicious food, and immerse ourselves in the heart and soul of each destination.

So, whether you’re planning your next trip or simply dreaming of adventure, come along with me and explore the world through my lens.

You might find your next travel obsession!

It seems like the Cube House of Rotterdam is stranded above roads and stuck next to the harbor by the strong wind that blows from the sea. But this popular tourist attraction is also a bizarre architectural experiment and this is the main reason why we decided to spend some time there during a cold January afternoon.
Netherlands

The Rotterdam Cube House: An Architectural Wonder

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The Cube House of Rotterdam seems stranded above roads and next to the harbor by the strong wind blo…

Fotostrasse visited the fantastic city of Zaandam, one of the hidden gems around Amsterdam and we are here to tell you the best things to do in there. Zaandam was built over its industries, being one of the leading cities in the first industrial revolution. One of its trademarks, the amazing windmills, were a big part of this industrial growth and until this day this is a very industrial city, but that doesn’t mean it loses any of its charms.
Zaandam

Our top 5 things to do in Zaandam

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Fotostrasse visited the fantastic city of Zaandam, one of the hidden gems around Amsterdam and we ar…

Before you arrive at Mariehamn by boat, there is a place you’re going to see. It’s a group of islets that seem to be the first glimpse of land, and even though there is a white pyramid there, this is not part of a fever dream. This is Kobba Klintar, an old pilot station that was used to assist the ships arriving in the capital of the Åland Islands.
Aland

Kobba Klintar: The perfect spot to enjoy the Åland islands

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Before you arrive at Mariehamn by boat, there is a place you’re going to see. It’s a group of islets…

Hiding in plain sight, in the middle of El Raval, there is a small wooden door that was once attached to the Provincial Home for Maternity and Foundlings of Barcelona. Nowadays, that small round door looks more like a decoration than anything else, but that is the infamous Barcelona's baby drop-off. And, when we were in Barcelona, we had to visit the location and take pictures of it.
Barcelona

Barcelona’s Baby Drop-off in El Raval

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Hiding in plain sight, in the middle of El Raval, a small wooden door was once attached to the Provi…

Fotostrasse goes to London in this week of the #52weeksofburgerschallenge and feasts at MeatLiquor. We heard about this place a while ago because of its peculiar decor in this post here, and Felipe tried it a few times in the past and thought it was pretty nice, so let's see how it goes.
London

MeatLiquor King’s Cross: phenomenal burgers in London

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We went to London in this week of the #52weeksofburgers challenge and feasts at MeatLiquor. We …

These Budapest Bullet Holes are how I called them before I realised what do they mean. I first saw them when I was walking around the Parliament Building, and I thought it was a little bit weird to have small iron balls over a wall. For a moment I thought it was some kind of abstract art and then I remembered the scars of the Second World War in Berlin and everything connected.
Budapest

Budapest Bullet Holes: A Memorial to the 1956 Hungarian Revolution

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Close to one of the most touristic areas of Budapest, there is a memorial that most people overlook …

When I visited the Texas Embassy Memorial Plaque in London, I had a plan to visit some places around the city. A Sunday was walking around before I could do the check in on my hotel. The plaque was the first visit since I felt like there 'wouldn't be much to see besides the plaque, and I was right. Even though the location is historical for reasons that 'I'll be talking about later, there is not much to see. Keep that in mind if you want to visit it.
London

Texas Embassy Memorial Plaque in London

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Since I started travelling to London for work, I started looking for unusual sights and different th…

Fotostrasse visits Barcelona for this week’s #52weeksofburgers challenge and meets the surprising Bacoa Burger. When we were looking for a beautiful place to eat burgers in the Catalan city we stumbled upon this burger chain that was super highly rated, nice looking and spread all around the city and that got our curiosity up and our tummies rumbling.
Barcelona

Bacoa Burger: Fantastic burgers in Barcelona

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Fotostrasse visits Barcelona for this week’s #52weeksofburgers challenge and meets the surpris…

When you walk along the Danube Promenade, next to the Hungarian Parliament Building, you will find a memorial called Shoes on the Danube Bank. The monument was conceived by Can Togay, with the help from sculptor Gyula Pauer, to remember and honor the Jews that were murdered by Arrow Cross, a fascist militia, during the last months of the Second World War in Budapest.
Budapest

Steps to the River’s Edge: Budapest’s Shoes on the Danube Bank

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Walking along the Danube Promenade, next to the Hungarian Parliament Building, you will find a memor…

What if you are traveling through the beautiful Budapest and you have a sudden urge to admire some random fluffy felines? We present you the super cozy Cat Café Budapest. It’s not a secret that Fotostrasse loves cats, so when we heard about this place, we just needed to check it out.
Budapest

Cat Café Budapest

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What if you are travelling through beautiful Budapest, and you have a sudden urge to admire some ran…

The Szczecin Philharmonic is the main reason why Szczecin appeared under my radar. The building is so magnificent and beautiful that it won numerous architectural awards when it was open to the public, back in 2014. One of these awards was the Architectural Design of the Year at Eurobuild Awards 2014.
Poland

Szczecin Philharmonic Orchestra: Harmony in Music and Design in Poland

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The Szczecin Philharmonic is the main reason this city in Poland appeared under my radar. The buildi…

If you’re looking for a modern and stylish place to stay in Budapest, we have the right place for you: Maverick City Lodge. This design hostel has many of the luxury amenities you would have on a hotel but with all the social elements and price of a hostel. And this is why we decided to stay there on our last trip to Budapest!
Budapest

Our Stay at Maverick City Lodge in Budapest

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If you’re looking for a modern and stylish place to stay in Budapest, we have the right place for yo…

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