After six months without writing, I found myself in Tejeda, a small mountain town in Gran Canaria. I went there alone to work remotely, walk, think, and simply be. Between rainy hikes, coconut pastry smells, childhood memories, and one quiet night under the stars, Tejeda became one of those places I know I will always remember.
Category Archives: TRAVEL EUROPE
Florence – city of artisans…
Florence is not only about museums, churches, and famous views. On this walk, I followed a route inspired by a Lonely Planet guidebook and discovered another side of the city: traditional artisan workshops, handmade gloves, marbled paper, leather shoes, perfumes, and people who keep family crafts alive with care and passion.
Amsterdam… and my friend texted me, “So, which are the coolest coffee shops?”
I went to Amsterdam and, of course, my friend asked me which coffee shops were the coolest. This post is less about that kind of coffee shop and more about a joyful stop at Albert Cuyp Market, where coffee, food, and a small funny misunderstanding became part of my Amsterdam memory.
My itinerary for a 12-day around Southern Europe
A 12-day Southern Europe itinerary through France, Italy, and Spain, with stops in Paris, Florence, Milan, Barcelona, and more. This post collects my route, travel notes, and memories from a short but full trip across some of Europe’s most beautiful cities.
What happened in Florence stays forever in my heart…
In Florence, a simple walk to pick up dinner turned into one of the most memorable conversations of my trip. A stranger named Davide told me stories about bridges, literature, Vietnam, and the art of living in the now. Later that evening, a small local restaurant welcomed me with warm homemade food. These little moments made Florence stay forever in my heart.
Meine Lieblingsstadt im den Norden
Nach einer Nacht auf dem Kreuzfahrtschiff von Helsinki nach Stockholm kam ich ohne große Erwartungen in Schweden an. Doch Stockholm überraschte mich mit seiner gemütlichen Stimmung, warmherzigen Menschen und unvergesslichen Begegnungen — von einem Teeladen bis zu einem kostenlosen Frühstück in einem kleinen Café.
Random thoughts
While trying to focus on my master thesis, I found myself thinking about travel instead. This short post captures my memories of Paris, my wish to write more about that trip, and a rough itinerary draft for a possible journey through Croatia, Spain, Portugal, and Ponta Delgada.
My favorite place in Germany? – Part 1
Germany is full of beautiful cities, small towns, nature routes, and unexpected surprises. In this first part, I share some of my favorite places and travel routes from Leipzig, from artistic Weimar and scenic Saxon Switzerland to fairytale-like Kettwig, charming Aachen, and the romantic Mosel region.
Overnight in a Tent in Narvik, Norway – My Glamping experience
On the last night of our trip to the Nord, we stayed overnight in a tent on top of a remote mountain in Narvik, hoping to see the Northern Lights. Instead, we experienced a stormy and unforgettable night that reminded me how raw, beautiful, and unpredictable nature can be.
My itinerary for an 18-day trip to the Nordic countries
This 18-day Nordic countries itinerary took me from Copenhagen to Helsinki, Tallinn, Stockholm, Oslo, Bergen, Tromsø, and Narvik. It includes trains, flights, ferries, buses, accommodation notes, public transport tips, Northern Lights memories, and the kind of happy accidents that make a trip unforgettable.