Independent Travel, Thoughtfully Planned
The historic part of Stockholm, Gamla Stan, is not short of fancy restaurants to match its picturesque streets. Pop into any of them and you’ll have a great gastronomical experience. But if you are looking for something totally unique in Stockholm, you should go the the quirky Pharmarium bar and restaurant.
Pharmarium – Stockholm’s Most Bizarre Cocktail Bar/RestaurantRead More
“Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.”George Santayana Some wounds should remain open forever so that people can never forget. This was my first thought as I opened the small wooden door of the Corner House in Riga – the former headquarters of the KGB secret police, also known as Cheka. The imposing structure on the corner of Brivibas and …
Dark Secrets of the Corner House – Riga’s Museum of OccupationRead More
Ah, the Land of the Free! I’ve been dreaming about coming here for so long, but I never expected that I would have such a culture shock in America. You may think you’ll get to know the American life by watching movies and TV shows, but when you actually come here you are in for …
Perplexed by America: the Culture Shock of a European ImmigrantRead More
Whether you have at least two or three days to spend in Florence, you shouldn’t miss the bustling food scene at Mercato Centrale. This indoor market is a great place to stop for one of the best culinary experiences in Florence. From pickled olives, the freshest fruits and veggies, to cheeses and breads, oils, wines …
Mercato Centrale Florence – the Best Place to Stop for LunchRead More
If you traveled through Europe you surely must have heard church bells ringing at noon. It’s something you can’t miss, whether it’s the glorious sound of the huge cast bells of the cathedrals, or the less imposing ding-dong ringing of the smaller churches. Most travelers assume that bell tolling in Europe simply marks the hour, …
For Whom the Bells Toll – Why Do Church Bells Ring at Noon in Europe?Read More
There are so many reasons to fall in love with Maui and the abundance of delicious restaurants is one of them. When you plan your dream vacation in Maui you are probably more concerned with where to stay and where to go than where to eat. Nonetheless, knowing beforehand what are the best places to …
Best Places to Eat on Maui (from Big Restaurants to Small Food Trucks)Read More
If you type “lessons learned from traveling” into Google search, you’ll come up with enough reading material for an entire week! It’s interested to read how travel influences people perspective about the world. One thing you’ll probably notice if you read through some of these articles is that people who travel don’t remain stuck in …
Istanbul is fun to explore for many of reasons and food is definitely one of them. Although the city’s food scene is very diverse, finding great restaurants in Istanbul is not really easy. From traditional to modern, you’ll find all kinds of restaurants in Istanbul, so deciding where to eat can be really difficult. Food …
Best Restaurants in Istanbul for Budget-Conscious ConsumersRead More
I absolutely loved Istanbul! The city is a melting pot of cultures, a conglomeration of delights that can feed both the body and the soul. Istanbul’s food scene is as eclectic as its culture, but the Turkish dishes are the ones that impressed me the most. I’ll be the first to admit that food preferences are …
Best Street Food and Turkish Dishes to Try in IstanbulRead More
