Bruges, Belgium
A few hours north of Paris, Bruges, a beautiful city in Belgium, is accessible via train through Lille. In May, we took a weekend trip to explore this charming destination.…
Gozo, Malta
On our last few days in Malta, we moved to the northern part of the island and stayed in a hotel to at least pamper ourselves before we go back…
Mdina, Malta
Mdina is a fortified city in the northern part of Malta. It is also known as the Old City, which served as the country's capital until the medieval period. The…
Blue Grotto, Malta
Blue Grotto is another tourist destination in Malta. It is a complex of sea caves along the Southeastern part of the country. And again, I had no idea of its…
Valleta, Malta
Malta, an archipelago in the central Mediterranean between Sicily and the North African coast. In only three hour direct flight from Paris, one could be in a completely different scene:…
Rouen, France
Located northwest of Paris, Rouen is a port city of the river Seine. The city has Gothic churches such as Saint-Maclou and Saint-Ouen, and a cobblestoned pedestrian center with medieval…
Mallorca, Spain
When I was at a conference in Amsterdam, there was one German speaker who developed a system for an insurance company. He jokingly mentioned that they have a specific type…
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Amsterdam once again. The last time we were in the city was 5 years ago. The reason why we went the back to the city is different than before. I…
Troyes, France
An hour away by train east of Paris is a small town called Troyes. We didn't have any idea about it until our friend Hannah brought it up and invited…
Montserrat, Spain
Santa Maria de Montserrat Abbey, nestled amidst the stunning Montserrat mountain range just a short distance from Barcelona, beckons travelers seeking a unique and awe-inspiring experience. During a day trip…
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona, a city I had eagerly awaited visiting, exceeded my expectations in every way. From savoring Filipino cuisine to exploring famous landmarks and enjoying panoramic views, this Spanish destination captured…
Nantes, France
Nantes, a captivating city in western France, became the backdrop for an eventful weekend getaway. Despite the challenges posed by an ongoing train strike in France, we went on a…