How does payment work in China, where digital wallets dominate the market? During our trip, we spent 18 hours in Shanghai and quickly realised just how outdated cash is, with bank cards not working at all. Without Alipay and WeChat Pay, it’s difficult to get by, but what’s the solution? In this article, we share…
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These are usually shorter posts and stories that can be read in 1-2 minutes, and give you energy, enthusiasm and maybe some advice for travelling – ideal for reading beside a quick espresso.
Don’t know what to wear today? – fashion advice from Thailand
Monday is here again, and you don’t know what to wear? The alarm went off, you’re in a rush, and you just don’t have the right clothes to wear, it seems. I barely have this problem since in Thailand, as there are some guidelines regarding clothing (especially for work). You just need to stay updated…
First impressions of Moscow
I don’t exactly know what I expected from Moscow, maybe some kind of out-dated, eastern style. Instead, I saw a modern, opulent, grandiose, glittering, never sleeping, clean capital. My remarks briefly: people usually don’t speak English, maybe a few words in the restaurant and in the hostel the police is helpful: on my first day,…
“Going on a white horse hunt”
I don’t have much time left in England, and there’s still plenty to see…Last Sunday, I woke up, looked out the window, and though it looked a bit frosty, the sunshine suggested that it could be the ideal day to go after those famous white horses. After a quick account and route planning, I was already…
Hakuna matata, i.e. the Zanzibar vibes
Why did the few days in Zanzibar (Tanzania) mean a true escape from the everyday rush and stress, and what did I bring with me (besides the spices and fridge magnets 🙂 )? Either you’re reading this article ahead of a busy day, or at the end of a day when the deadlines, negotiations, meeting…
The demonstration of women’s power: the Minack Theatre
We all know how great things women have achieved in history, and how powerful they can be. If you’re still somewhat hesitant about this, let me introduce you a remarkable example of womanly determination, strength, and stamina. In Cornwall, England, there’s a hidden gem in the very south, right on the beach: the Minack Theatre,…
Me and the languages in Luxembourg – is the less sometimes better?
Previously, I wrote about how Luxembourg combines opposites, how well they coexist, and make the place unique. However, I haven’t mentioned a very interesting thing which makes the country like no other – at least in Europe: the number of languages that are spoken. The difference between Luxembourg and Switzerland is that all Luxembourgish know…
How and what to prepare for a safari?
To really make the most out of your trip, and to really have an unforgettable safari experience, you, first, need a large amount of luck, as you are not going to a zoo, you won’t see trained animals who hunt each other by blowing a whistle. You may set off in an unfortunate hour, you…
My top 10 in the Lake District
As you could read in my previous post about the Literary walk in the Lake District, I was lucky to spend a long weekend in England’s maybe most beautiful region. Despite going there without much knowledge and planning, I could squeeze lots of places and various programs in those 3 days. I have to note…
“Faster, Higher, Stronger”, i.e. how to be part of the Olympic Games?
Did you know that we are halfway through to the next summer Olympics? Did you know that Tokyo will organise it in 2020? Most importantly, did you know that you don’t need to be a sportsman/woman to be there and participate? You’ve heard it right! Read on to find out how. I’ve just looked back…