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Lower Silesia Bolków Castle: A journey through time to Bolków Castle in Lower Silesia
High above the roofs of the small town of Bolków stands Bolków Castle (Zamek Bolków). With its striking, drop-shaped tower and a history full of sieges and reconstructions, the medieval fortress attracts history buffs and excursionists alike today. Those who climb the old cobblestone paths dive into the castle’s past and are rewarded with a […]
Province of Québec Our base for whale-watching: the Hôtel-Motel Le Béluga in Tadoussac
Tadoussac is located at the mouth of the Saguenay Fjord, where it meets the St. Lawrence River. This is one of the best places in the world to go whale watching. Initially, we thought the Hôtel-Motel Le Béluga was primarily a place for people just passing through. But after spending three nights here, we can […]
New York Lady Liberty and her hidden stories
A gray, rainy morning in Manhattan. The fog hangs low over the Hudson River as I board the ferry. It feels almost magical, almost like October 28, 1886, the day the Statue of Liberty was ceremoniously dedicated in New York. Back then, it was pouring rain too, but the excitement was boundless. The Birth of […]
Bad Sassendorf From “White Gold” to therapeutic brine: an interactive journey through the Westphalian Salt Worlds in Bad Sassendorf
Bad Sassendorf and the topic of salt simply belong together. The extraction of “white gold” in this area has been documented since the 12th century. When industrial salt production in the municipality ended in 1952, the focus increasingly shifted to the medical use of brine. Bad Sassendorf transformed into a modern spa and rehabilitation resort. […]
Main-Danube river cruise A profile of MAXIMA by nicko cruises: a river cruise with fantastic views
The selection of river cruise ships on the Danube is enormous. I traveled on the modernized MAXIMA from nicko cruises and took a closer look at the ship. With its spacious wellness area and welcoming atmosphere, the ship offers the best conditions for a relaxing journey on the river. But does the interior live up […]
Łódź The White Factory in Łódź: Where Poland’s industrial revolution began
Almost everywhere in the streets of Łódź, you encounter the heritage of its industrial past. The city, once known as the “Polish Manchester,” owes its rapid rise to a textile metropolis in the 19th century to the pioneering spirit of a few entrepreneurs. One of the most important among them was Louis Geyer. Standing in […]
Wrocław The Centennial Hall in Wrocław: A masterpiece of concrete
As I step off the tram and walk through Szczytnicki Park, I already sense that something grand awaits me. Suddenly, it flashes between the lush green of the trees: the Centennial Hall in Wrocław (Polish: Hala Stulecia). Even at first glance, the massive domed structure looks much more imposing in reality than in any photo. […]
Timiș County Discover the most beautiful sights in Timișoara
Timișoara (Temeswar) still stands somewhat in the shadow of the great European metropolises. As the European Capital of Culture 2023, Romania’s third-largest city has shown what a fascinating travel destination it can be. I went on a journey of discovery and found quite a few sights in Timișoara. A walk through Timișoara is a journey […]
Soest The historic ramparts of Soest: A stroll through 800 years of history
My walk along the Soest city wall, lined with old linden trees, transports me into the city’s past. The historic ramparts of Soest are a massive structure made of green sandstone, which once protected the city and is amazingly well-preserved to this day. How Soest Got Its Ramparts In the late 12th century, Soest was […]