The coziest little Christmas market in Germany
Given that in a few days time I will be on my way to the tropical climate of Southern Florida, I wanted to experience a … Read more
Travel For Adventurous Women
Given that in a few days time I will be on my way to the tropical climate of Southern Florida, I wanted to experience a … Read more
On the occasion of my last visit, I concentrated on finding the most glamorous places which for once are not connected to ancient history. But history influenced they are nonetheless.
Full of friendly people and balmy weather, a Canary Islands vacation with Inka I always think of the Canary Islands as a box of jewelry; full … Read more
Out of the blue a friend called & told me she had 4 free days, had found a great deal to go to Morocco & asked would I fancy to come too? I was already throwing things in my bag before the conversation was over.
The Glamour Granny travels to Hasankeyf, one of Turkey’s most ancient historical sites, before it is gone for good. I firmly believe in this: If … Read more
I’m sure that every one who loves to travel the world has at least once experienced a moment of disappointment. You have chosen a destination because of the beautiful or interesting things you have heard or seen in pictures; you get there and all you think is: oh my God, what’s all the hype about? And if you could, you would like nothing better than turn on your heel and return to from where you came.
But as the following story of my trip to Bulgaria will reveal, don’t! Look closer and you will find that there is almost always a silver lining, something to look at and admire which, more often than not, is completely unexpected. Often the key is to just give the place a chance.
Harrods Food Hall in London is gourmet heaven. “Oh, I just love the color!” The super chic petite Asian lady, her feet barely reaching the … Read more
“You are going to live where?” My best friend looked at me as if I had finally lost my marbles.
“Beirut,” I replied.
I was even more intrigued. My elegant and sophisticated friend obviously had a condo in the red light district and, to boot, was waiting for me on a street corner? My travel fatigue and black mood were quickly forgotten; I was on my way.