Europe

Think momentarily about a lone figure gazing over a vast, foggy mountain landscape. I can imagine what passed through your mind, and I bet it references a painting. That's the iconic image in Caspar David Friedrich's famous painting, "Wanderer Above the Sea of Fog."

Wanderer Above the Sea of Fog: See the Painting That Inspired a Thousand Adventures

Hamburg
5 min read
25/03/202423/04/2024

If you think the Netherlands is totally flat, think again! This country actually has a surprising peak called the Vaalserberg. The Vaalserberg is 322.4 meters above sea level in the country's southeast corner. That makes it the highest point in the Netherlands. At least if you only consider the European part of the country.

What is the highest point in the Netherlands? Your Guide to the Vaalserberg

Netherlands
5 min read
20/03/202423/04/2024

Are you a history buff who’s always been fascinated by the ancient Roman Empire? If you’re tired of the crowds at the Colosseum, why not take a trip to Ostia Antica?

A Visit to Ostia Antica with a Dubble Bubblegum Film: Step Back in Time at Rome’s Ancient Port City

Italy, Photography
6 min read
15/03/202431/07/2024

Imagine the awe-inspiring sight of the colossal blue gates of Babylon or strolling through the magnificent arches of a bustling Roman marketplace. These aren't scenes from a movie; they're everyday possibilities at the incredible Pergamon Museum in Berlin. But there's one big catch… The entire museum won't reopen fully until at least 2037.

The Pergamon Museum: A Berlin Must-See…But Plan Ahead

Berlin
6 min read
11/03/202423/04/2024

Visiting London’s Covid Memorial Wall: A Reflection on Loss and Remembrance

London
5 min read
06/03/202429/08/2024

Schöneberg has a story to tell. It dates back to 1264, a tiny village that rose from the ashes after a devastating fire in the 1700s. Industry boomed, grand mansions appeared, and the neighborhood became vital to the city after becoming part of Greater Berlin.

My Guide To Schöneberg: Exploring Berlin’s Most Eclectic District

Berlin
8 min read
01/03/202423/04/2024

It’s a testament to the layers of history that make Rome a city where the past and present coexist, even within the walls of a McDonald’s. And you can visit it for free while you pass the Termini station on your way elsewhere. Just follow the map below.

History with a Side of Fries: The Roman Wall at McDonald’s

Italy, Rome
4 min read
25/02/202427/02/2024

The bustling district around Potsdamer Platz is home to Marlene-Dietrich-Platz, a modern square paying homage to her lasting impact. After the fall of the Berlin Wall and the reunification, Berlin immortalized Dietrich here, in what was once 'no man's land' between East and West.

Marlene Dietrich Berlin: Exploring the Berlin Legacy of an Enigma

Berlin
5 min read
20/02/202427/02/2024

Today, it's a spectacular district of elegant, stylish architecture – a nod to the past with nods to the future. I was there for a few days in May 2022 for a design conference and decided to use my free time to explore everything Parque das Nações offers.

Exploring Parque das Nações: Lisbon’s Modern Architectural Marvel

Lisbon
7 min read
15/02/202419/02/2024

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