Memory Lane: Ljubljana, Slovenia
A quick Ljubljana stop after Bled, with a walking tour past Dragon Bridge and the city’s iconic pink church, followed by a traditional Slovenian cultural night.
Memory Lane: Lake Bled, Slovenia
A rainy one-day stop at Lake Bled, with moody skies, and postcard views
Memory Lane: Salzburg in a Day (2017) and the Sachertorte Detour
We only had one day in Salzburg, but it was enough for a walking tour, a cathedral stop (obviously), and a slice of history at Café Sacher.
The European Cafe Pilgrimage: Angelina, Sacher and Demel
From Angelina’s famous hot chocolate in Paris to Austria’s Sacher Torte and Vienna’s Demel, this trio is the ultimate European café pilgrimage.
Two Days in Munich (2017): From Nymphenburg to Oktoberfest
Two sunny days in Munich in 2017: palaces, parks, BMW Welt, the Altstadt, and an unforgettable Oktoberfest birthday night.
Füssen’s Fairytale Castles: Hohenschwangau and Neuschwanstein
A day trip to Bavaria’s most iconic castles: Neuschwanstein for the drama, Hohenschwangau for the history, plus the views that make the whole walk worth it.
Memory Lane: Brussels In A Day
A quick Brussels stop packed with big sights and even bigger snacks, from the Atomium and Mini-Europe to waffles at Maison Dandoy and a beer at Delirium.
European Café Trail (and why I planned it)
A reflective Journal Notes post on my 2017 European café trail, from Angelina in Paris to Gerbeaud in Budapest, and why I planned each stop in advance.
Kavárna Slavia, Prague
A quiet, historic café stop at Kavárna Slavia Prague with coffee, classic interiors, and views of the Vltava and the National Theatre.
Angelina, Paris (Rue de Rivoli)
A throwback stop at the original Angelina on Rue de Rivoli for their famous hot chocolate and Mont Blanc dessert.
Memory Lane: Brugge in 2016 (Waffles, Canals and the Beer Wall
A 2016 throwback to Brugge after Amsterdam, with a walking tour, sunny October weather, Belgian waffles from Chez Albert, chocolate shops, the Beer Wall, and a proposal near Minnewater.
Memory Lane: Amsterdam in 2016 (Cheese, Clogs and Pizza on the Canals)
An overnight in Amsterdam in 2016 with a stop at Clara Maria Cheese Farm & Clog Factory, an evening canal cruise with pizza on board, and a moody walk through the Red Light District.
Memory Lane: Cuckoo Clocks, Castles and Cruising the Rhine (Sankt Goar to Boppard)
A Rhine day trip from Sankt Goar to Boppard, with the world’s largest free-hanging cuckoo clock, Loreley views, castles, and a night at Hotel Rheinlust.
Memory Lane: Venice
A 2016 visit to Venice with a silent gondolier, early quiet streets, and honest reflections on a city both beautiful and hectic.
Memory Lane: Florence
A 2016 visit to Florence captured the city’s Renaissance charm, bustling piazzas, and classic Italian moments. Short trip, lasting impression.
Memory Lane: Boppard Wine Tasting in the Rhine Valley (Germany)
After exploring Boppard in Germany’s Rhine Valley, we stopped at Vineum Wine Shop for a local wine tasting featuring Riesling, Spätburgunder and Eiswein from the famous Bopparder Hamm vineyards.
Memory Lane: Vatican City
A 2016 visit to Vatican City with crowded museums, quiet Sistine Chapel moments, and an emotional birthday inside St Peter’s Basilica.
Memory Lane: Mozart Concert at the Brahms Hall, Vienna
Attending a Mozart concert at the Brahms Hall in Vienna is a classic experience. A quiet, old-school evening inside the Musikverein, remembered from a 2017 visit.
Memory Lane: Köln (Cologne)
A brief afternoon stop in Köln before a night train turned into repeat visits and a standing lunch tradition near the Dom.
Memory Lane: Pisa
A 2016 visit to Pisa with a birthday twist. Leaning Tower poses, Piazza dei Miracoli highlights, and playful travel moments.