You are leaving the City of Angels and hit the road with one destination in mind: Vegas, the City of Sins. You can cover the distance from Los Angeles to Las Vegas in 4 hours, but what about slowing down a little, and enjoy the road, because traveling is not […]
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How to Plan a Road Trip in California
I always wanted to travel across the United States and take one of these American classic road trips, but I had no idea this will happen so unexpectedly this year. After moving to Germany, and some short trips around Berlin and some others in Europe, I’ve been dreaming of spending this […]
Read MoreFall festivals near Berlin: Historisches Apfelfest
Gone are the days when summer used to be a part of our daily lives here in Berlin. I remember walking down Kastanienalee, watching the people at the buzzing cafes, soaking up the sun, slowly drinking their beers and ice lattes, and just living the typical summer dolce far niente […]
Read MoreSummer Experiences: Be open to the city and the city will be open to you
“If you have someone you think is the one, take them and travel around the world. Buy a plane ticket for the two of you to travel all over the world, to places that are hard to reach and hard to get out of.” And that’s what I’m doing 🙂 […]
Read MoreWannsee Strandbad – the lake where berliners go when they miss the sea
When summer really hits Berlin, you start to search for options to cool yourself off. And Berlin has no shortage of green areas, lakes and other places that can make you feel in the heart of nature and not in one of the biggest European cities. What was difficult for […]
Read MoreNata Lisboa – the taste of Portugal in the middle of Berlin
Maybe some of you know by now I’m absolutely in love with Portugal. The sunny coast kissed by the ocean, the historical and fascinating Oporto and, last but not least, Lisbon, with its cosmopolitan and bohemian vibe, all this make Portugal a place like no other for me. From north […]
Read MoreSummer Experiences: Figs, delicious homemade food and tea houses from another time in Bucharest
My first interview from 100 Days of Summer is with Roxana, who’s currently living in Bucharest and she’s one of the best guides I know if you’re not looking for mainstream experiences. When it comes to cool spots to go out, underground places to discover, tips of the best streets […]
Read MoreFive things to do in Dresden
Visit the Frauenkirche (The Church of Our Lady) Frauenkirche is Dresden’s most famous landmark. Completely destroyed in WWII, the church was rebuilt using as much as it was possible its remains; the dark colored stones that can be seen on the facade are the original ones. Visit the […]
Read MorePostcards from Dresden
Dresden, once known as the Florence of the North, regained its baroque architectural charm after a tumultuous history during the World War II. Its palaces, domes, churches and cobblestone streets are waiting for you to step in, to discover their old charm and to be simply amazed. If you’re planning […]
Read MoreBucharest: the melancholy of a city caught between times
I can call home a lot of places, but there’s only one who has all the nostalgia of the place where I first learn to walk, speak and love. And this is Bucharest. This post is not about 10, 50 or 100 reasons why you should visit the capital of […]
Read More100 Days of Summer in Berlin
For me, every season is more of a state of mind. So it’s summer. It’s everything about morning coffees, flowers, markets, beautiful people, blue skies, unexpectedly summer rains, glittery lights, long evenings and good company. And this is my first summer in Berlin. I came here last autumn and I […]
Read MoreBest Day Trips from Berlin: Castles, Lakes & Culture
Berlin is a never-ending source of things to do, filled with creative energy, history, and contrasts. But even a week in the city isn’t enough to see it all—and just beyond its borders, you’ll find the best day trips from Berlin. From castles and lakes to charming towns, each destination […]
Read MoreWhy I (finally) consider Berlin home
It was one of the first days of October, last year, when we arrived in Berlin, me, my boyfriend and our dog. We have left behind a whole life in Bucharest, with family, friends, jobs, places we used to go, things we used to feel so comfortable doing. I remember that […]
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