Top Things to Do in Cologne on a Weekend Trip
Planning your trip to Cologne? In this post Alexandra shares tips and things to do in Cologne on a weekend trip getaway. Cologne is my dear friend. When I moved to Germany in 2007 I have spent a lot of time there. Living and studying in Bonn – Cologne neighbour – Cologne was the next biggest city to visit. I…
best coffee in cologne – my 10 favorite coffeehouses
As every modern city filled with international vibes Cologne has gone far developing it’s way in coffee scene. The city has some good coffee roasteries and cafés serving delicious cuppa. I picked my 10 favorites coffeehouses that to my opinion serve the best coffee. Some are old some are new, but all are great. For the detailed guide on what…
Castelluzzo – a hidden gem of Sicily or how we avoided crowds during the high tourist season
Searching for a less traveled destination? We found one! In this post we are sharing our tip for Casteluzzo – a hidden gem of Sicily. Our car enters Casteluzzo at dusk. 1.5 hours drive from Palermo through curvy highway filled with construction signs gladly ignored by locals and we spot the sign of the village we are aiming for. High…
Moscow guide: 7 breakfast locations to start your day right
Sometimes a badly made morning cappuccino (espresso, matcha latte, masala chai, herbal tea: tick what applies) can ruin the rest of the day. This can be especially annoying on your well deserved and much anticipated getaway. For those searching for spots where breakfast in Moscow can’t go wrong, Ekaterina from Moscow Mate Itineraries talks about her favorite go-to offers in Russias capital and…
A Weekend in Bucharest – The Perfect Itinerary
Planning your weekend trip in Bucharest? In this post we share our Bucharest itinerary with tips and our favourite places for a 48 hours getaway. I like Eastern Europe. I always feel home there. Countries with similar history and lifestyle each unique in their own way. Spending my first 20 years in St-Petersburg surely does play a significant role in…
travel diary: tongariro alpine crossing
I wake up at 5 a.m. The alarm didn’t ring yet and I turn it off not to wake up my sleeping family. I slide out of my warm blanket and put on clothes which I laid out the previous evening. The air inside the motorhome is cold. Clothes are cool. I put them on layer after layer, warming up…
stopover in qatar – 5 reasons to leave the airport and see doha
When flying from Europe towards the East you’ll mostlikely end up on a flight layover at the Hamad International Airport in the State of Qatar. Most travellers don’t leave the airport premises and rush to their connecting flights. But if you have time we’d recommend you spare some of it and visit Doha, Qatars capital. Why? Here are our top 5 reasons. Arab World…
Hobbiton With Kids: Things to Know before You Go
All you need to know before you go to Hobbiton Movie Set with kids: how to book a visit, what to bring along, tips and tricks and much more. While planning our trip to New Zealand in November 2017 one thing was set in stone – Hobbiton™ visit. Our daughter Olivia, 1.8 years old back than was coming along. So our…
