I've always loved my time in Germany, primarily spent in Frankfurt and Mainz but I've also been fortunate to have visited other parts of the country including Heidelberg (famous for its old castle) and Munich, known world over for its Oktoberfest. This famous beer festival held annually in Munich, is not just about savoring fine brews and delicious food; it’s also a celebration of Bavarian culture and tradition. A significant part of this … [Read more...]
All-Around Best Summer in Minneapolis: Gymnastics Olympic Trials, ‘Purple Rain’ Anniversary, Culinary Delights and More
Big events and added flights to draw visitors, who will have no shortage of new options for dining throughout the city Minneapolis – When Suni Lee and Simone Biles come to your city to compete for a spot on the Olympic team, you’ve already got a shot at the best summer ever but add to that the celebration of an iconic film’s 40th anniversary, a plethora of new dining options (on top of the countless restaurants in this no-so-hidden gem of the … [Read more...]
Toretto’s Barbershop, Frankfurt Germany – November 2022
Toretto's Barbershop, Frankfurt Germany is as old school as it gets and within a short time is already one of the world's great barbershops. A bit edgy, definitely more then a bit OG, yet the vibe here is decidedly youthful. Founded and run by Alex Torreto whose window onto the world situated next to chair number 1. Alex is Greek but was born and raised in Germany. Barbershops are not a 'thing' in Germany and according to Alex, his shop is … [Read more...]
Eligibility and requirements
Vaccination and test requirements Fully vaccinated travellers can fly on any Singapore Airlines flight and enjoy quarantine-free entry into Singapore via VTL flights if they meet the following criteria: All vaccination certificates, regardless of place of issuance and whether digitally verifiable or not, will be accepted as proof of vaccination. Children aged 12 years and below are exempted from the vaccination requirement. Provide a … [Read more...]
A Visit to Muckross House and Killarney National Park, Ireland
My first trip to Ireland was somewhat of a blur. I stayed in Dublin recalling that most of my time was spent hanging out in pubs and drinking - because that is what one does when visiting this city! However, my most recent trip to Ireland was a bit was not about 'drinking' tourism, rather more about heritage and exploration away from the bigger cities. My travel buddy and I landed in Cork (the southern part of Ireland); we were immediately … [Read more...]
A Visit to the World’s Greatest Barbershop
About 60 mostly bearded fellows were lined up already - a count by our own estimate. And according to front man, chair number one and owner Alex Torreto, a slow day by his account. They often start lining up two hours before the shop even opens he said. I must digress. Central Frankfurt has a real lack of barbers, simply put - places where one can walk in the door and just get a damn haircut. Prior to my visit to Torreto, I stopped by 7 other … [Read more...]
The End of the Road: “I’ve finally made it around the world.”
I’m tired this morning. It feels like the end of a very long journey. I sleep in, listening to the sounds of Parisian life outside my hotel. While it will be the end of this journey around the world with the last leg from Paris back to Frankfurt tomorrow, perhaps it’s the start of something else. I want to believe that my days of living and working with people who do not share my values are over (or at least I will be conscious of the … [Read more...]
Exploring Russia on a Viking River Cruise
This was my first river cruise with Viking Cruises, a trip I'd dreamt about for weeks! Russia, the world's largest country, takes up an eighth of the world's surface, borders 14 different countries, 12 oceans and seas and spans 11 time zones. Getting Ready to Cruise Through Russia Including start and end points St. Petersburg and Moscow, our cruise includes seven stops with optional offshore excursions, some included in the fare, others … [Read more...]
A Journey on the Trail of Martin Luther
In the footsteps of 500 Years of Reformation October 31st, 2017 will mark the 500th Anniversary of the world changing event when religious reformer Martin Luther nailed his arguments against the practices of the Catholic Church, his “95 Theses” to a church door in Wittenberg, Germany beginning the Protestant Reformation. I recently took a trip to follow in the footsteps of the monk turned protestant icon, and wondered how to frame it. It’s a … [Read more...]
Italy Is Always A Good Idea
I know this title normally refers to Paris, but for me, Italy has been on my mind and in my dreams since I first saw the movie "Only You" with Robert Downey Jr. & Marisa Tomei. The music, the cobblestone streets, the pasta, the lilt that accompanies each Italian word, and the romance. Bellisima! (Try to picture my thumb and fingers together waving in the air while I say this). There is so much to say about our trip to Italy, so you can expect … [Read more...]
