2019

The Netherlands is one of those countries filled with charming small towns. (Italy also comes to mind as I write this!) Although, rereading this in 2025, I have to admit that every country has its fair share of beautiful little towns. Because the Netherlands is…

I instantly fell in love with this country. The green surroundings, the dark red brick houses, the big windows and clean gardens, the little towns and the simplicity of just riding a bicycle. Netherlands is stunning and it is nice to be back in Amsterdam!!

Finally, as summer arrived in June, my next long journey began. After cycling mainly through Bavaria so far – read more on my recent Cycling trips in Germany – it was time to explore a different part of Germany. With my bike safely secured on…

Cycling in Germany is so easy. All you have to do is pick a river and follow it. I have followed the Main River Cycling Path as well as the Donau Canal a few times now and I love it…

I’ve been back from my Italy trip for almost a month now – read all about Italy here – and have spent most of April in Germany. I have to admit, it’s been a wonderfully relaxing time. Spring in Germany can be beautiful. But without…

After almost three weeks on the road, my Italian journey was coming to an end. There had been so much to discover (read here), and after crossing Italy from the Amalfi Coast to the Adriatic Sea, I was looking forward to one final highlight: visiting…

I am back at my dad’s, and while sitting here recovering from the flu, or is it the travel bug, I’m writing the last few posts from my Italian adventure, including this one. There was still a lot left to visit, but first, after Rome,…

As the saying goes, all roads lead to Rome, and, in many ways, to Vatican City as well. The two go hand in hand, like wine and cheese. When you visit one, you’ll almost certainly visit the other. And, of course, who wouldn’t want to…

Expect amazing scenic landscapes as well as lots of zigzagging through the old and narrow roads. This is truly a beautiful part of Italy and it is amazing being amongst all the wineries. The drive on the ‚Strada del Vino’ is certainly a great experience.…