Hello from Banja Luka, an Underrated Bosnian City
It made me chuckle to see “Banja Luka” when browsing flights some time ago. The name sounds almost identical to the Polish word “banialuki” which means something absurd or nonsensical; tall tales and fanciful stories. I was intrigued and decided to visit it when I’m in the Balkans again. After 3 days in Banja Luka, […]
Exploring Münster in One (Rainy) Day
You can hardly call Münster a popular tourist destination. Some of us know the name, but how many have actually thought of visiting? Or know someone who has? I decided to give this modest city a go, pairing it with Düsseldorf for an extended weekend trip. Main information Münster is located in the western part of Germany, […]
How Much I Spent in 2 Days in Oslo (as a Frugal Traveller)
Nordic countries are known for being some of the happiest, but also the most expensive, regardless of where you’re visiting from. Our walking tour guide in Oslo even joked that Munch’s Scream is the horrified expression tourists make when paying for coffee! 😄 I also found Oslo’s prices expensive, even more than I expected. So, I […]
First Time in Oslo, Norway – Better than I Expected!
Norway was never on my travel bucket list. But I kind of missed Scandinavia, and when I found a cheap flight to Oslo, I didn’t think too long before booking. I was more than happy to add the final Nordic country to my list! I spent less than 2 days in Oslo, but managed to see […]
Four Days in Rome – First Impressions of the Eternal City
For years, I was reluctant to travel to Italy, worried that my Italian won’t hold up. Although I did go to Milan back in 2020, it was a compromise due to Covid, and not exactly my own choice of destination. But I have really wanted to see a concert of my favourite Italian singer, Patty […]
Dublin City Break: The Spire, Carly Rae Jepsen, Cute Cafés
Dublin was never high on my travel bucket list. As a non-drinker, I was slightly put off by some of its top attractions. This famous brewery, that historical pub… I don’t care! 😃 But then, Carly Rae Jepsen announced her 2023 tour, and guess where she was going to launch it! First time seeing Carly live, and visiting […]
My Strange Encounter with Falun Gong in Dublin
My first ever trip to Dublin was just for the Carly Rae Jepsen concert, plus some sightseeing around it. I was strolling up the bustling O’Connell Street, towards the Spire, when I walked into two political manifestations. One of them was by Falun Gong, a Chinese religious movement founded in the early 1990s, also known as […]
A Day Trip from Baku: Flame Mountain, Fire Temple & More!
Baku is wonderful and you can spend days exploring it. But make sure you also carve out a full day to see the attractions outside the city. Azerbaijan has some natural wonders and historical sites that can’t be missed! They’re easily accessible by car, but instead of driving, I recommend booking on an organized group […]
My Travel Year in Review – 2024 Wrapped
After travelling obsessively for over two years (no doubt as a shock response to the pandemic!), I went for a slightly different approach in 2024. This meant fewer ad hoc trips and a more intentional selection. I prioritised some of my favourite destinations over going somewhere just for the sake of being away every month, […]
First Time in Baku, Azerbaijan. My New Favourite City?
On my way to work, I used to walk past the Azerbaijan Visa Centre in London. “That’s an obscure place to visit. I wonder if many people go there,” I remember thinking. I wasn’t even quite sure where it is… And little did I know that a few years later, one of those people will […]
2 Days in Belfast: Titanic, Murals and More
I don’t usually celebrate birthdays, but this year, I wanted to treat myself to a solo weekend trip. Belfast seemed like a good option, it being not far from London and small enough to explore in a weekend. And it’s been on my UK travel bucket list for quite some time! This is what I […]
Nuremberg, Germany: Things to Do …and Not to Do
I took to travelling around Germany quite late (first time just over a year ago), but I’m catching up quickly. I can now add Nuremberg (Nürnberg) as the fourth city on my list! It was pretty much the way I expected, but I didn’t get to sample any traditional local food. As a hardcore vegetarian, I knew […]