van gogh house

Van Gogh’s Dutch countryside

in 1883, Vincent Van Gogh lived in this house in the north of the Netherlands. He used the time to evolve as a painter and capture the Dutch countryside.

art galleries in amsterdam

Best art galleries in Amsterdam

There are dozens of galleries and museums in Amsterdam displaying world class art – from classic to modern. Here are some of the best to visit.

touts in morocco

Dealing with touts in Morocco

As I walk through the medina of Fez, I am fascinated by everything around me. Everything, that is, except the touts. So how do I deal with these people?

Rough and raw in Fez

The old capital of Morocco, Fez, is the largest medina in the world. Exploring the maze of little streets leaves you wondering where you are in time.

Upper Middle Rhine Valley, Germany, World Heritage Site

Floating down a World Heritage Site

This beautiful blend of natural vistas and quaint towns has inspired many artists and poets. But the Upper Middle Rhine Valley needs to be seen for itself.

Town of Bamberg, Germany, World Heritage Site

Bamberg’s different layers

There was once a plan to turn this small German town into a ‘second Rome’. When you see it for yourself, it’s clear how it grew in grandeur.