Discover Munich

Discover Munich

There is a whole lot more than just a few highlights to discover in Munich. After arriving by train I briefly refresh and plunge myself into the Alt Stadt. Starting with a walking tour, I explore the cobbled streets including sights such as St.… Read the rest

Walking Frankfurt Am Main

Fountain of Justice

There is a lot to see and do in Frankfurt Am Main so you would be forgiven for having a ‘to do‘ list on arrival, just like I did. In between all the activity though, it’s important to take in the ambiance of exactly where you are.… Read the rest

10 Things To Do – Frankfurt Am Main

Frankfurt Am Main

Radiating from the historic central square of Römerberg, Frankfurt Am Main is a charming city with a lot to offer. Located on an ancient ford (German: furt) of the river Main, its early inhabitants were the Franks of Franconia.… Read the rest

Städel Museum – Old Masters

Idealised Portrait of a Lady (Portrait of Simonetta Vespucci as a Nymph), Sandro Botticelli, ca. 1480 – 1485

The Städel Museum – Old Masters collection is part of the Städel’s art museum and gallery located in Frankfurt, Germany. It is one of the most important and renowned art museums in the country, housing a vast collection of artworks from the Middle Ages through to contemporary art.… Read the rest

Römerberg

Römerberg


Römerberg is a historic square located in the heart of Frankfurt’s old town (Altstadt). It is one of the city’s most iconic and most picturesque spots, known for its beautifully restored medieval buildings and its historical significance. It’s a great place to start exploring the Old Town and a great place to stop as there are many cafes and restaurants in which to pause for a rest, something to eat and drink and somewhere to soak in the atmosphere.… Read the rest

Mott 32

Mott 32

Far from its New York Chinatown namesake, Mott 32 is Dubai’s most recent and perhaps most spectacular Chinese offering. We arrive on the 73rd floor of The Address Resort and the first thing I notice is the Hollywood Glamour take on Art Deco.… Read the rest

Fly By Dubai

Fly By Dubai

My Aunt and Uncle are stopping over in Dubai on their return home from a Europe summer vacation. It’s the usual fly by Dubai, a few days layover on the way to or from somewhere else. It’s not a bad way to get a taste for Dubai.… Read the rest

Björn Again

Björn Again

Björn Again is playing at Dubai Opera and a friend rounds us up for a night of ABBA fun.

It’s crazy to think that this ABBA musical tribute has been around since 1988 when the band that it is dedicated to is only a bit over a decade older.… Read the rest

Big Bus Dubai

Big Bus Dubai

It’s Jasper’s IFA football end of season party and after an incredible win for both the U12’s and U13’s Youth Premier League teams we’re off on a Big Bus Dubai tour to celebrate.

Jasper was lucky enough to come into the season as goalkeeper halfway along when the team was already doing pretty well.… Read the rest

Walking Tirana

Sheshi Karl Topia (Rilindja), Public Square

Arrival

We arrive in Tirana as the sun is setting behind the Sheshi Karl Topia not far from our hotel Albanopolis on the Rruga Mine Piza. It’s located just inside the ring road that distinguishes the old town centre and I’m keen to go walking.… Read the rest