Categorie: Travel Stories
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Happy Birthday from London
Spending my birthday in London felt like connecting with an old friend – a place that both surprises and comforts me, where I sense history in every corner yet feel inspired to keep exploring. The moment I landed (yes, after a typical EasyJet delay), I was greeted by London’s signature rain, a fitting start for…
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East Side Gallery – A Powerful Symbol of Unity and Resilience Beyond the Streets of Berlin
Fun fact #1: The East Side Gallery is the longest remaining section of the Berlin Wall, stretching to approximately 1.3 km. The gallery, which is the longest open-air gallery in the world, is not only a symbol of the division of Berlin but also the reunification of Germany and the end of the Cold War.…
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Berlin – Echoes of History
Last week, during the meivakantie in the Netherlands, we drove to Berlin, Germany for a weekend escapade. From Noord Holland, we embarked on a 7.5-hour journey, traversing the afsluitdijk, passing through Friesland and crossing into Duitsland (Germany) before reaching Berlin (via Hamburg). Our itinerary followed a typical 2 Days in Berlin itinerary. However, personally, it…
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