Located about 30 minutes outside of Munich, Dachau Concentration Camp memorial is an historic and culturally significant place to visit when in Bavaria, Germany. It was the first concentration camp in the country, opened in 1933 with the original intention of holding political prisoners, growing in size throughout the war to accommodate the increasing amounts … Continue reading Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial
Amsterdam was a wonderful city to visit. After a busy month touring Europe it was a perfect city to take in at a slower pace, following the spiralling canals off to interesting neighbourhoods and historical stopping points. Across the three days we had in Amsterdam we managed to cover most of the tourist highlights, however … Continue reading Amsterdam
Amsterdam is a quirky city filled with a series of things to see. Beyond the wonky houses and endless canals, the city of Amsterdam has a rich history that is displayed through various national treasures namely, the Anne Frank House. One of the most visited sites in Amsterdam is the former residence of Anne Frank. … Continue reading Anne Frank House
Salzburg is a beautiful little city nestled on the Austrian border near Germany. It has a long and colourful history, developed as a city from the salt mining trade as well as being the former seat of the Archbishop of Salzburg. The Old Town in Salzburg is quaint and cultural and yes, the scene of … Continue reading Exploring Salzburg
There weren’t any heads on spikes... The Tower of London is a must see when visiting the city. It is a historic site rich in stories, overlooking the Thames and Tower Bridge. Once inside you have the option of freely wandering or joining a Yeoman Warder tour. Note: Don’t call them “beefeaters” or you will … Continue reading The Tower of London
Downtown Manhattan has a wide variety of things to see and do. It is home to many different cultural and historic hot spots, all within walking distance of each other. Here is what I covered in a day: The World Trade Centre Memorial is a very sombre and quiet place. There are now two memorial … Continue reading Downtown Manhattan
An extremely large museum you are bound to get lost in... The Louvre is perhaps the most famous museum in the world, housing an astonishing amount of priceless art. We arrived at the Louvre on a friday night and were immediately greeted with the breathtaking sight of the palace and the glass pyramid. I'd strongly … Continue reading The Louvre
