“Travel is the best teacher. The only way to an open mind is by taking a plane out into the open world.” ~ C Joybell C. Not all those who haven’t travelled have closed minds, of course. Many who haven’t physically moved around the world have done so in spirit, learning from books and films, ... Read more »
Four Fantastic Reasons to Visit Lübeck
One of the most picturesque cities in Europe, Lübeck is the perfect destination for a Northern European city break. During my recent March visit the wind chilled to the bone but the end-of-winter sunshine showcased the Old City in glorious golden light. Situated on the River Trave, Lübeck is the second-largest city in Germany’s Schleswig-Holstein ... Read more »
Memories of Luton, Lübeck, Marzipan and Niederegger + Marzipan Giveaway
You can take the girl out of Luton… Smack in the middle of the eighties – which I still hold to be the best decade, musically and fashion-wise (though I admit to harbouring some bias on this) – I did a German Language Exchange Trip through my secondary school. Luton and Hamburg were an odd ... Read more »