Travel in Europe is still in vogue and the respective destinations enjoy numerous facets. They range from the mystical regions of Iceland to the idyllic islands of the Greek Cyclades. Spain, Portugal with the Azores, Italy and France are among the preferred countries.
by Rosa Koppelmann (www.consciouslifestyleofmine.com) A place where no cars are allowed to drive, horse-drawn carriages set the pace and the nearest beach is never more than 500 meters away – that’s the North Sea island of Juist! The island is located in the Wadden Sea of Lower Saxony and, with a length of 17 kilometres, is the longest of the East Frisian...
Frankfurt am Main, the largest city in Hesse and the fifth largest in Germany, is a city of contrasts. Tradition meets modernity, culture meets business, cosiness meets busyness. International trade fairs, financial transactions and important cultural events contribute to the cosmopolitan character of the city as well as the convenient and central location in the...
What exactly is hidden behind the term Ruhrpott? Many secrets and prejudices are closely related to this term. But it’s actually quite simple, the Ruhr area, also called Revier, Pott, Metropole Ruhr, Ruhrstadt or Rhenish-Westphalian Industrial Area, is with around 5.3 million inhabitants and an area of about 4,435 square kilometers, the largest conurbation in...
High in the Valais Alps, the village of Zermatt lies beneath the incomparable and legendary Matterhorn. This imposing peak is an omnipresent and world-famous sight. There are plenty of photo vantage points around Zermatt and places where you can learn more about the people who conquered the mountain or died trying. There are also numerous other activities around...
It is with great horror that we see the sad images from Ukraine. We have decided to leave the following article from 2019 unchanged for the time being in order to present the beauty of the city of Kyiv before the outbreak of the war. Our thoughts are with the families on site. Kiev is the capital and largest city in the northern part of Ukraine. Divided by the wide...
In the north of Spain lies the enchanting Basque province of Gipuzkoa. Spectacular beaches, bizarre cliffs, dreamlike cities and culturally attractive places enchant just as much as the mountains and valleys of the Aiako Harria and Aralar nature parks. The romantic landscapes of the province of Gipuzkoa invite you to outdoor activities, while the cities entice you...
Last year, Genoa made negative headlines due to the collapse of the Morandi Bridge. For many visitors who travel on by ferry, it is considered a noisy, dirty port city. But the capital of Liguria does not deserve this verdict. The inhabitants of Genoa call their hometown “La Superba”, the proud one. And rightly so. The city has a lot to offer. The second...
As the capital of the United Kingdom of Great Britain, London is one of the most popular destinations for tourists around the world. The populous city convinces with its eventful history with its versatility and the special contrast between antiquity and modernity. Numerous sights and the English lifestyle make a city trip through London a special experience for...
With a 1,800-kilometre-long coastline, one thing is already clear before you arrive: Portugal has countless dream beaches! Discover not only the most beautiful beaches in the country during your beach holiday in Portugal, but also get to know the country, old traditions and Portuguese cuisine. An unforgettable travel adventure lies ahead of you – what are you waiting...
Holiday rentals in France offer the perfect opportunity to explore the country’s wonderful culture and heritage while relaxing and unwinding in complete comfort. In fact, there are few better ways to immerse yourself in the local community. But with so much fantastic variety, you’ll be spoilt for choice, and we’ll give you a few suggestions for the...