The Greenroom

The Greenroom

The Greenroom does a mean traditional English roast. It’s not what immediately comes to mind on a 48°C day in Dubai. Nevertheless, we find ourselves here for an afternoon of multiple pool(s), table soccer and Sunday roasts.

The first round of pool

Indoors

Arriving from the heat of the afternoon into the cool bistro style of The Greenroom, we are promptly seated although not quite ready for dinner.… Read the rest

Schloss Hohenschwangau

Schloss Hohenschwangau

Schloss Hohenschwangau is a picturesque castle located in the village of Hohenschwangau near Füssen in Bavaria, Germany. While it is famous for its stunning architecture and scenic surroundings, Hohenschwangau is often overlooked in favour of the more famous Neuschwanstein.… Read the rest

Magdalenenklause

Magdalenenklause

Magdalenenklause

The Magdalenenklause (the Hermitage of St Mary Magdalene) at Nymphenburg Palace in Munich is one of the most intriguing and unique architectural features within the palace grounds. Built between 1725 and 1728 under the direction of Elector Max Emanuel, this hermitage-style retreat was designed as a place of solitude and spiritual reflection.… Read the rest

Pagodenburg

Pagodenburg

Wandering through the sprawling parklands of Nymphenburg Palace in Munich, I find myself discovering more than just grand architecture and manicured paths. Nestled beside a quiet pond, the Pagodenburg feels like a portal to another world. A pocket of calm, color and culture that brings a distinctly exotic flair to the Bavarian court’s backyard.… Read the rest