Between Cologne and Colmar, similar heritage, language and culture yet diverse. This article is exploring the differences and similarities of a region split over two countries unified by one river.
Author: Rou5aTravels
Essaouira…A little gem in Morocco
Every city in Morocco has an "old medina", the old town confined within its fortress wall. Once you are off at the bus station, the town seems chaotic and dirty, a 5 minutes taxi ride will get you to a charming castle; all blue and white. The first thing you'll see outside the gates is the fishing port.
A walk in the heart of Athens…2
Please refer to the first article for more places that you can explore on foot in the heart of Athens... Sunset An Acropolis means literally the "upper city" in greek, it is usually a compound of buildings or a citadel built upon a hill or an area of elevation for defense purposes. Athens Acropolis is not the … Continue reading A walk in the heart of Athens…2
A Walk in the heart of Athens…1
Duration: A couple of days or more... Timing: Sometime in Winter... Budget: Moderate Gear: A fresh bottle of water, comfy shoes, get dressed in layers as we are going up & down hill and finally download Here maps app with Greece/Athens offline map... Mornings We start from the Plaka, particularly at Adam's hotel, which offers the … Continue reading A Walk in the heart of Athens…1
Fresh from the ultimate “Christmas Land”…
From Greece with love... The choice to spend my winter break there was completely random, however the trip was far more rewarding then I've expected. Here 14 reasons why you should consider Greece as your next Christmas break destination; 1- The weather is perfect; I personally like my christmas fresh with a bit of rain. Greece is not as cold … Continue reading Fresh from the ultimate “Christmas Land”…
#This_is_Egypt, desert paradise…
In 2009, I was requested to prepare a presentation, regarding a topic of my choice, for a panel interview at Schlumberger. While introducing myself, I decided to let them know I have a crush on Siwa labelling the desert as my "happy place". Later on, I realised it wasn't the desert in general, and definitely not a deformed … Continue reading #This_is_Egypt, desert paradise…
Along the Portuguese coast line
Photo extracts from trips around Portuguese coasts, sharing a splendid, inspiring travel experience.
#This_is_Egypt, Welcome to Nubia…
I've realised recently, that I haven't been willing to post anything concerning my local travels, and how gorgeous my own country is ...I have been answering questions on several travel forums, but I have not considered revealing more of what I personally have experienced. Now I am jumping on the "This is Egypt" hashtag band, and will gladly take … Continue reading #This_is_Egypt, Welcome to Nubia…
Beijing’s Street Eats…
Exquisite, diverse, colourful, flavourful, bizarre, extreme and most importantly alive...These are the words you could use to describe a Chinese food market, where I was keen on experimenting new delights; scorpions or cockroaches for example. The idea sounds disgusting in the beginning, but we all eat items, that not everyone would approve of. Humanity have been starved in … Continue reading Beijing’s Street Eats…
La “grandeur” of the Great Wall of China
I was always skeptical regarding the great wall as a world wonder; I mean it’s just a wall,right?? The one thing I knew was; to really capture the full depth and breadth, you need to be there, stand in the wind and feel the power...In that case, I’d imagine myself, If I’d be an enemy, who … Continue reading La “grandeur” of the Great Wall of China