The Lake District
I will now take a couple of weeks’ break from sharing snippets of my travel diaries and write about my recent short trips within England....
Greece
At the end of a road trip across Eastern and Central Europe in 1989, my parents and I had stopped over Salonika before crossing the...
Belgium & The Netherlands
I have been to Belgium for more than I have ever wished for. I now lost count. My trips were mainly for business in nature; and no very...
Russia & Denmark
It’s odd to be writing about Russia and Denmark at the same time. These two countries could not be more different. The reason for this...
Germany
Each time before I go to Germany, I lack enthusiasm. I don’t know why. This feeling has no conscious basis. But each time I do go to...
Italy and the Holy Sea
Italy is a country I regret not documenting during my travels. It is very unfair to write a short blog about a country so rich in...
Spain
Oh sunny Spain! It really is a beauty. It is modern yet full of historical character. You can experience all four seasons. You have...
Ireland
The “Emerald Island”, true to its name is really emerald. The most dominant feature of the land is the rich and luscious green. Despite...
France & Monaco
Eight years of probably the most important period of my life has been spent being cultivated in the French culture and language. As a...
Santorini
Unfortunately, my visit to this magical place was during the darkest time of my life. I was physically and emotionally anguished by grief...
