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Discovering the Country of San Marino before heading to Venice

Discovering the Country of San Marino before heading to Venice

After almost three weeks, my Italian journey was coming to an end. There has been lots to discover (read here) and after crossing Italy from the Amalfi Coast to the Adriatic Sea I was looking forward to something very exciting. To me, it was visiting…

Monte Cassino and driving along the Amalfi Coast

Monte Cassino and driving along the Amalfi Coast

I am back at my dad’s and while I am sitting here recovering from a flu, travel bug maybe?, I am writing my last few Italian posts (including this one). There was still a lot to visit, but first, after Rome, there was Monte Cassino…

Rome and the Vatican City

Rome and the Vatican City

As we know all roads lead to Rome and the Vatican City. Two words that go well together. Like Wine and Cheese! When you come to see one, you also see the other. How amazing will it be to see the Sistine Chapel! Rome is…

Following the Chianti Wine Road – through Siena to Assisi

Following the Chianti Wine Road – through Siena to Assisi

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.…

My adventures in Firenze, Pisa and Lucca

My adventures in Firenze, Pisa and Lucca

I was on my way to Florence and Pisa. How exciting! While discovering the Florence, Pisa and Lucca triangle, I have found the perfect spot to stay. It was my little Italian home for 4 days. Basically the perfect idyllic Italian country house you want…

Verona and the Reggio Emilia Province of Italy

Verona and the Reggio Emilia Province of Italy

Italy was always my favourite country, besides Australia. I have been here many times, whether it was during a school trip, on a crazy weekend trip with my sister, or a road trip through Tuscany with my beautiful mum. I love the food, the culture…

Skiing in Zakopane, Poland vs. Jasná, Slovakia

Skiing in Zakopane, Poland vs. Jasná, Slovakia

It is always good to be back in Poland again, spending time with my family as well as skiing. I wanted to hike the polish mountains last year, but decided to do the three day walk instead and so, this winter, I finally went skiing…

My top 6 things to do in Istanbul

My top 6 things to do in Istanbul

There was so much to explore in beautiful Istanbul that I am sure I haven’t covered it all. However, following my last post – My Trip to Istanbul – and during my 5 days in Istanbul, I have gathered my top 6 things to do.…

My trip to Istanbul – where culture and people meet

My trip to Istanbul – where culture and people meet

Hello Turkey! After Egypt my trip to Istanbul follows. What to expect? Part of the deal with my dad and him coming to Hurghada – Diving in Hurghada with my Dad – was to visit Istanbul as well. Furthermore, the weather was supposed to be…