Following a conference in Amsterdam, I proceeded to a uni-tour of western Germany, beginning from Cologne, through Frankfurt, to Munich. In Frankfurt, I visited the lovely campus of Goethe University, with some presence of the Max Plank Institute (European History

BMW World : Munich Germany
Munich is a city filled with history and culture and surrounded by gorgeous natural scenery, but there’s another side to Munich that car fanatics will appreciate – it’s a manufacturing home to some of the world’s most successful auto companies

Lake Starnberg : Munich Germany
Munich is a charming city, but there’s also a lot to explore in the nearby area. After a few days of gloomy European weather, the sun finally came out, and so it was time to hit the road and explore

Princeton University campus : New Jersey
Been wanting to visit the famous Princeton University campus for quite some time, but it was only a recent conference in New York City that I was able to finally make it. Once the conference was over, I took the

Cabrillo National Monument : Point Loma – San Diego
If you’re looking to get great views of San Diego and the area from above, head over to Point Loma and the Cabrillo National Park with scenic panoramic views in all directions. On a clear day with blue skies, the

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum : Springfield Illinois
Illinois is very proud of its affiliation with Abraham Lincoln and the capital city of Springfield offers many attractions related to the beloved president. Together with a short visit to the Illinois old state capitol building and the Lincoln Home

Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve : San Diego
Torrey Pines is a natural reserve in San Diego offering spectacular ocean views, gorgeous hiking trails, and a unique opportunity to enjoy coastal nature at its best well-preserved moon-like mountains next to a long stretch of beach and all sorts

Forest Park : Saint Louis
Though I didn’t spend long in Saint Louis, I managed to visit some of the highlights like the famous Saint Louis Gateway Arch and the Missouri Botanical Gardens. To start off my day, I went for breakfast at a boat

Tequila Daytrip Tour from Guadalajara : Mexico
It doesn’t take long in Mexico to realize that Mexicans can really drink. Lots of famous Mexican alcohol you probably had before, usually softer sweetened versions of the real thing you’ll have in Mexico. There are Margaritas, ofcourse, the Mexican

Long Beach and Seal Beach : Los Angeles California
Los Angeles has some wonderful beaches, and Seal beach is a prime example for a great beach not too far away from town. In my last conference visit to Long Beach I found affordable accommodation between Long Beach and Seal