Following travel starting from Croatia, to Italy and Slovenia, I ended up crossing the border from Maribor to stay for a few days in Austrian Graz. There’s a lively old town next to a hill with a fortress and a
Visions of Trieste : Italy
After exploring a bit of Croatia, and before venturing off to Slovenia, I wanted to see a part of Italy I have not been to before, just near those two countries – Trieste. I’ve made it to Venice a few
Visions of Arnhem : Netherlands
I lived in the Netherlands for two years with lots of visits when not based there, and still – I have failed to make my way to Arnhem. I wasn’t even sure what I’ll find once I get there, but
beMINE mining colony museum : Beringen
Beringen in northeastern Belgium is a former mining colony, turned cultural center, with a museum, various culture and community activities, and some food and shopping options. I came by to learn about the transformation the town has gone through in
Dingli cliffs, Ħaġar Qim, & Blue Grotto : Malta
The last day in Malta I spent touring the west coast, taking in some gorgeous coastal views and historical sites. I started off at Dingli cliffs with breakfast and a short walk, made my way down to the 3200 BC
Walking tour of Valletta highlights : Malta
Valletta was my first stop in Malta, the largest city in the very small country of Malta. It’s a gorgeous city, all walkable, and with some grand views and wonderful attractions. The time I was visiting was the time of
National Playing Card Museum : Turnhout
In my last visit to Belgium, I toured the north eastern part of Belgium to explore areas I’ve never visited before. Up north, close to the border with the Netherlands, is a town by the name Turnhout that has an
TEFAF Maastricht 2017 & 2019
TEFAF, The European Fine Art Fair, is one of the world’s largest art fairs, and for some reason it annually takes place in Maastricht in the Netherlands. I lived in Maastricht for a while, so that was the first time
Padova University campus tour : Padua
The University of Padova is one of the oldest universities in the world, dating back to the 13th century. A few months ago I attended a seminar at the university, and there would be all sorts of tours taking us
Buddha Eden Gardens near Obidos : Portugal
A short drive away from Obidos in Portugal was an unexpected delight that took me completely by surprise. A funky attraction in the most unlikely place. The Buddha Eden Gardens are so out of place, and so strange, yet so
