Europe

Top 10 Things to do in Amsterdam for First-time Visitors

1. Rijksmuseum The Rijksmuseum is probably the most known of all the museums found on Museumsplein, not just what is on display inside but also the architecture of the building itself is really spectacular. This classic museum has a great collection of the greatest pieces from all the well-known Dutch…

MEININGER Hotel Vienna Downtown Sissi Review

Vienna is known as the “city of dreams” and also the “city of music”. It is the gate to Eastern Europe and home to the greatest coffee house culture in the world. For me, Vienna was always this glorious, fairytale city I have dreamed of when hearing the romantic legend…

Top 10 Things to do in Lisbon, Portugal

1. A walk through the Alfama district Alfama is one of Lisbon’s oldest districts that spreads on a hill from Sao Jorge Castle and the Tejo river. A labyrinth of picturesque narrow streets and small squares leads all the way to the top to the castle. The houses are decorated…

The three best day trips from Lisbon

The charming city Lisbon has so much to offer, that it is hard to ever get bored there. Nevertheless the surrounding areas of Portugal’s capital are extremely beautiful and interesting and worth checking out on a day trip. 1. Sintra . Visiting this “UNESCO” world heritage site is a must…

Planespotting at Frankfurt airport

(scroll down a bit for English translation) „LH6468 is ready for takeoff!” Langsam wird der massive A380 vom Gate weg und auf das Rollfeld geschoben. Ein beeindruckender Anblick wenn sich der große Flieger in Bewegung setzt. Spannung liegt in der Luft als er Richtung Startbahn rollt, auf das Signal des…

Little weekend getaway: Brighton – London by the sea

Brighton is the place to go! Whether you are a tourist or busy working your a** off in England’s capital, we all need a break from time and a break to relax. Instead of spending that time in London, why not head down to the south coast to spend a…

Camden town: A place of extravagance and eccentricity

Camden is another area which is very popular for its market and between tourist is is probably the most visited. Situated next to the Camden Dock, there is a market with a lot of independent clothes stalls and delicious food stalls. Camden is also home to a lot of tattoo…

Portobello Road Market: Good mixture between Antiques, Vintage and trendy

Portobello market started in the 1940s as a fresh fruit market but now also offers clothes, vintage fashion, antiques, food stalls, paintings and music. It has grown to London’s most loved market and Portobello street is filling with thousands and thousands of tourist and Londoners every Saturday. The first part…

Notting Hill: Transformation from being run down to one of the most expensive, nicest areas in London

Notting Hill is one of the most famous areas in London, thanks to the movie „Notting Hill“ staring Julia Roberts and Hugh Grant. It is the funny, dramatic and heart-warming love story between a famous American movie star, who is craving normality and the clumsy, but charming travel book shop…

The art scene in London

London is famous for its art scene. Big art museums like the National Gallery, the Tate Britain and the Tate Modern have amazing paintings and sculptures from different centuries and different artists and are generally free to the public and open almost every day of the year. However, a small…

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