An ancient civilization, pirates raiding, Venetian fortresses, Ottoman rule and a leper’s colony, where you enter through Dante’s Gate. It’s just a (long) stone’s throw away from the small fishing village of Plaka, but the island Spinalonga is full of movie material.
Spinalonga, Crete: From Venetian Fortress to Leper Island Read Post »
This relaxed World Heritage city with extraordinary neoclassical buildings, a Malecón rivaling Havana and an unusual cemetery is charming. It’s not for nothing, it’s called Pearl of the South.
Why You Shouldn’t Miss Cienfuegos, Cuba’s Elegant UNESCO City Read Post »
When in Dublin you will meet its famous writers – in parks, in pubs, in churches and in the streets.
The Literary Side of Dublin: A Guide for Book Lovers Read Post »
Poland, often overlooked as a cultural destination, boasts rich history, affordable travel, and vibrant cities like Warsaw. The city showcases impressive museums, including POLIN, dedicated to Jewish history, and the notable Warsaw Rising Museum, offering insights into its WWII past.
Discover Warsaw: Top 6 Museums You Must Visit Read Post »
Sarajevo is a charming city, where you drink Bosnian coffee among green mountains. But it is also a city, where 2 of history’s worst wars are present.
A Dark Tourist in Sarajevo, Bosnia & Herzegovina. Read Post »
St. Petersburg is the city of the tsars, of golden domes, of imperial palaces, but also the scene for some drastic and violent events.
Teenager & Grandmother in the City of Tsars: St. Petersburg, Russia! 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 »
