Florence – city of artisans…

My friend once asked me how I looked for places to go when I traveled to a city. I said I would usually go to a bookstore and grab a travel guidebook for references. You might think I am too old-school but yes, that is my main resource. Lately, my friend introduced me to aContinue reading “Florence – city of artisans…”

Amsterdam… and my friend texted me, “So, which are the coolest coffee shops?”

After around three years of living in Germany, I am now accustomed to the coffee flavors here. Coming from Vietnam – a country famous for its strong and dark coffee, it takes some time for me to really appreciate the European taste of coffee. There is a huge difference between Arabica beans and Robusta beansContinue reading “Amsterdam… and my friend texted me, “So, which are the coolest coffee shops?””

My itinerary for a 12-day around Southern Europe

Countries visited: France, Italy, Spain Day 1: Marseille – FranceI took a train from Leipzig to Berlin Airport where my friend was waiting for me – she had arrived from Singapore. Then we took the flight to Marseille. I had never been to this city but always wanted to visit once; growing up in Vietnam,Continue reading “My itinerary for a 12-day around Southern Europe”

What happened in Florence stays forever in my heart…

Two days ago, I was walking on a bridge by myself heading toward the direction where I could get something for dinner. Then I heard a soft voice behind me… – Do you know the name of this bridge?– Me: I don’t know but I can check it here for you (me taking my phoneContinue reading “What happened in Florence stays forever in my heart…”

A little story in Milan

A little story in Milan Last night I walked into a small alley in Milan and entered a lovely art studio where the owner printed hundreds of interesting photos from archives. The amazing thing is that he (the owner) can passionately tell stories from every single photo. He was patiently answering my questions (some wereContinue reading “A little story in Milan”