The Columbine is one of my favourite flowers. They look so very delicate: with their soft pink colour of the blossoms and their fine lines, and dainty shapes of the leaves and flower heads. At the same time, the Columbine is sturdy and durable and will grow back year after … Continue readingDainty yet strong
This year, we had to wait incredibly long for the first true spring day – and this weekend it was finally here! The sun finally came out for a whole day, it was warm and nature practically burst out with colours. This year, the greens seem particularly lush, the colours … Continue readingSPRING IS FINALLY HERE!
Canada’s Rockies are such a beautiful place on earth and there are many places that I would describe as magical. But I see why Spirit Island in Maligne Lake in Jasper National Park is truly a special place. It is one of the most photographed spots in the Canadian Rockies … Continue readingThe Magic of Spirit Island
Before I visited the polish city Szczecin for the fist time, I was expecting a city style that is mixed between Art Nouveau, Renaissance and Socialist architecture – and that is true for most parts of the city. The mix of different architecture styles is interesting to see and gives … Continue readingSzczecin’s modern side
I love spending time at the coast, but not just during summer. I particularly like the North Sea during autumn when the temperatures wind down and the winds are getting stronger. It may not be time to go for a swim anymore during this time, but I love to walk … Continue readingAmrum’s Lighthouse
Around this time of year, I am starting to get a little tired of winter. I start longing for brighter, longer days and more colour in my life. Thankfully, the world seems to slowly wake up: the first spring flowers are growing, and the first fresh green leaves are starting … Continue readingA Splash of Colour
There are few places that symbolize the American Dream and are so deeply connected to the history of the United States of America as Ellis Island. From 1892 to 1954, nearly 12 million immigrants arrived at the shore of New York City hoping to find a better life in this … Continue readingThe American Dream
The Seven bulls are a popular tourist attraction in Kyrgyzstan. The massive stone formation is particularly beautiful in late spring and early summer when the rich greens of the surrounding valley contrast the red stone. The legend of the Seven Bulls tells the story of two Khans who were fighting … Continue readingThe Seven Bulls
Now that the days are getting shorter, I enjoy a cosy day inside wrapped up in a warm blanket, a book in my hands, and a hot drink right next to me. As much as I love a cup of tea, I enjoy freshly brewed coffee just as much. But … Continue readingCoffee Break
Istanbul is famous for being a chaotic, always busy metropolis full of arts and culture – a melting pot between the worlds. I could spend weeks wandering the narrow streets, getting soaked in by the energy of the city. People are flowing through the streets, always busy and in a … Continue readingInstanbul’s Street Food Delicacies