"This is where you get the best view of the lake", the host at Vila Alpina said, marking the spot with a blue pen in the tourist map of Bled he was about to hand over to me, "If you go up to the castle, is the second best view, but here's the best". So, … Continue reading Hiking Mala Osojnica for the best view of Lake Bled, Slovenia
Blue as a sapphire, it doesn't even look natural. I can assure you my photos have no colour enhancement. There are so many pictures of the blue lake with the tiny island in the middle, the church's tower being the stand-out element of it. A picturesque scenery, surrounded by mountains. You may also have seen … Continue reading Walking around Lake Bled, Slovenia
The other day, I went to an exhibition at the Tate Britain. When I finished, the weather was still great, and with nothing waiting for me, I decided to go for a walk by the river, passing by the Houses of Parliament, the Big Ben. Looked up in wonder - no matter how many years … Continue reading In defence of travel clichés
I thought I'd write a little post about why you should consider the South of France as a holiday destination for those of you wanting a mix between relaxation and exploration - and why Nice may just be the perfect base. If you are anything like me, you have probably heard about the splendid French … Continue reading You can make it work on a budget in Nice, French Riviera
It's been now almost three months since I was in Tel Aviv. It was a business trip. It was exciting, it was hot, sweaty, tiring, and busy. I only spent three days there, but on my last day, I managed to do some sightseeing and fell in love with the city. Or at least to … Continue reading Tel Aviv, Israel – a city of contrasting tones
The Winged Bone 