The Ultimate Cultural Travel Checklist: How to Plan a Museum, History & UNESCO Trip. Everything you need to know when planning a trip solo or with friends or family to avoid standing in front of a closed Louvre or miss a cheap Michelin meal.
How I Plan My Cultural Trips: 18 Travel Planning Tips for History Lovers Read Post »
After visiting more than 200 UNESCO World Heritage Sites around the world, these are the European places that have impressed me the most. From ancient Greece and Roman palaces to medieval trading cities and Renaissance masterpieces, these are the cultural sites I would return to again and again.
10 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Europe You Have to See Once Read Post »
The student Raskolnikov does not share your enthusiasm for St. Petersburg.
Discover the Dark Side of St. Petersburg, Russia Read Post »
Need travel inspiration for your next cultural trip? Find this year’s cultural anniversaries in 10 selected destinations from all over the world.
Explore Top 10 Destinations for the Cultural Explorer! Read Post »
According to legend, Riga was build with gold left by a man named Big Kristaf. He had earned the gold by carrying people across the river. Latvia is one of three Baltic states and the capital Riga is the largest city in all the states. Latvia was a new country for me this year and a very pleasant surprise. Here’s a guide to a quick weekend trip to the Hanseatic city!
Weekend Trip to Cultural Sights in Pleasant Riga. Read Post »
To get to know the local mindset and understand the former glory and wealth of the city, I recommend reading the best travel book for Lübeck: “Buddenbrooks: The decline of a family”. But you might have to bring it as a e-book!
Lübeck Through Buddenbrooks: A Literary Guide to Germany’s Hanseatic City Read Post »
(Updated August 2026) The best medicine for cold weather and dark days is a weekend trip filled with wine, art and family. Vienna is somewhat underrated – even though the historic center is a UNESCO-site. I don’t know why, but hopefully this will show why the old capital of the huge Austria-Hungarian empire should be on every cultural traveller’s list.
Vienna Travel Guide: Imperial Grandeur, Art, Music & Christmas Read Post »
In the beginning of November is the Day of the Dead held in Mexico. This is an old tradition, that draws many tourists and travellers to Mexico. Here are why it’s a good AND a bad idea to go for this colourful holiday!
Should You Travel to Mexico for Day of the Dead? Read Post »
Of course, there are Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum. But here are some tips for the returning cultural traveller on the lesser visited museums.
Beyond the Night Watch: Lesser-Known Museums in Amsterdam Read Post »
