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View of the Moselle Valley from the castle
Cologne Diaries, Europe, Expat Life, Germany, Outside India, Photo Essays, Travel Extras, Trip Photos

Following the Romantic wine route along the Moselle Valley

The Moselle Valley in Germany is as pretty as a storybook setting. The lively Moselle river meanders between hillside castles […]

February 14, 2026 By maverickbird
Europe, Germany, Outside India, Photo Essays, Travel Extras, Trip Photos

Romantic Cochem

A pretty little town tucked beside the gentle Moselle river, Cochem is as cute as a button. Think pastel coloured […]

February 14, 2026
The horses can be seen on the way to giethoorn
Europe, Outside India, The Netherlands

The star shaped Fort Bourtange of Holland

Ever wondered how some of the most outstanding monuments of their time simply slip through the hands of time? Often when […]

February 13, 2026
The idyllic canals of giethoorn are crowded in summer
Europe, Outside India, The Netherlands

Giethoorn, the picturesque Dutch village with no roads

Giethoorn markets itself as the ‘Venice of Holland’. Now, that in my eyes is a bit far-fetched, though the Dutch […]

February 13, 2026
A beautiful view of Murano
Europe, Italy, Outside India, Photo Essays, Travel Extras, Trip Photos

The glass island of Murano, Venice

Akash and I went to Murano on one hot Italian summer day. It was the day after we explored the […]

October 26, 2025
Erberia is the vegetable and fruits section of the Rialto Markets in Venice
Europe, Italy, Outside India, Photo Essays, Travel Extras, Trip Photos

Visiting the Rialto Markets in Venice

In Venice, when it rains, it pours. The sky looks like a dirty rag, and the rain splashes incessantly. The […]

October 26, 2025
Reflections of houses in Burano island
Culture Peeps, Europe, Handicrafts, Italy, Outside India, Travel Extras

The lace and rainbow houses of Burano island

One of the most beautiful places in the world, Venice tends to overwhelm its visitors. For most people who stay/visit […]

October 26, 2025
Food Thoughts, Greece, Greek Food, Travel Extras

Greece on my plate: my favourite Greek food

I am a huge foodie, and Greek food is one of my favourite cuisines. From exotic Khmer food, spicy Malay […]

October 26, 2025
This shimmering waterfront reflection is one of the reasons why you should spend minimum 48 hours in Girona
Europe, Outside India, Spain, Top Experiences, Travel Extras

Things to do in 48 hours in Girona

Girona had been the city of many “firsts” for us. To begin with, it was the first place where we […]

October 23, 2025
Cyprus, Europe, Outside India, Travel Extras, Travel Guides, Travel Tips

Northern Cyprus travel guide

Last year a travel buff friend of mine was considering visiting Cyprus. He was pretty excited about it until I […]

December 20, 2022
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