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6 unique museums to visit in Munich

Just 90 minutes from the Alps, Munich is the largest city in southern Germany. Just a short distance from Austria and Switzerland, this is a prime destination for backpackers who want to explore Europe. Though museums like the Deutsches Museum and Pinakothek der Moderne are…
Kyle Coleman
January 20, 2016

Navigating London’s private clubs

Private clubs are all the rage in London. We’re not talking about Sherlock Holmes-style clubs characterised by leather wing chairs and men in three-piece suits, either. These clubs attract London’s young elite looking for a place to chat with like-minded folk, imbibe the cocktail du…
Kyle Coleman
January 18, 2016

Düsseldorf shopping: From avant-garde to high-end fashion

With its wealth of quirky stores and exclusive boutiques, Düsseldorf attracts shoppers from all over Western Germany and beyond. Whether you’re looking for designer-label fashion, antiques or a flea market bargain, here are some of the best places to go browsing. The “Kö” If you’re…
Kyle Coleman
January 11, 2016

Milan eats: From Polenta, through Panzerotti, to Panettone

Milan is a gastronomic paradise where it is possible to sample most of Italy’s regional specialities. However, it’s worth seeking out what is typically milanese. A heart-warming winter treat Usually made with cornmeal, which is cooked in water and stirred constantly, polenta used to be…
Kyle Coleman
January 8, 2016

Discover art nouveau in Brussels

Indulge yourself in the Belgian art and architecture and discover Brussels Art Nouveau heritage. In the late 19th century, the Art Nouveau culture was the answer to the academic art produced throughout the previous decades. Art Nouveau, or Modern Art or Jugendstil, was more than…
Kyle Coleman
December 30, 2015

Frankfurt apple wine: Where to enjoy a local speciality

It’s not all about the wurst (sausage) and beer in Germany. Each region has its own character, dialect and of course, special dishes. Here’s one facet of Frankfurt’s cuisine you won’t want to miss (and hardly could). What is apple wine? Much like the French…
Kyle Coleman
December 28, 2015

From tips to tapas: How to wine and dine in Madrid

For Spaniards, food is practically a religion. If you want to understand their culture and savour their essence, there’s nothing better than taking part in their gastronomic rituals – and doing it their way. They say Madrid never sleeps; one could add it never stops…
Kyle Coleman
December 18, 2015

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