Of all the countries I visited, Mexico is the one which impressed me the least. At that time – 18 years ago – I was still working in investment banking and had only limited time to explore Central America. The initial
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11
Apr
2012
Should I Give Mexico a Second Chance?
10
Apr
2012
The Magic Pura Luhur Uluwatu Temple
Perched on a steep cliff overlooking the ocean, Pura Luhur Uluwatu is one of the oldest and most beautiful temples in Bali. The temple is dedicated to the spirits of the sea and offers breathtaking views, especially at sunset.
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Designed by Michelangelo in 1538, the awesome Palazzo Senatorio is now home to the city hall. The total refurbishment of the previous building was entrusted by Pope Paul III to Michelangelo as part of the project redesign of Piazza del Campidoglio,
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A long-standing tradition in Italy is to celebrate Easter eating lamb and as a dessert ‘Colomba‘, a cake in the shape of a dove, as a symbol of peace. The tradition is linked to a myth in the Book of
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07
Apr
2012
Mantua at Night
A couple of hours drive from Milan and not far from Verona and the Garda Lake, the city of Mantua is a little gem and a good place for a short break. Thanks to the influence of the Gonzaga Family, which
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06
Apr
2012
Street Art in Berlin: Funny Grimacing Girl
Somewhere, not far from the Flea Market Mauerpark in Berlin, I stumbled into this funny grimacing girl. One of the many examples of awesome Street Art that can be seen in the German capital. If you happen to go to
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05
Apr
2012
The Alps from Above
The highlight of a flight from Italy to the Northern countries is when the plane flies over the Alps. By good weather conditions the view on the Alps from above is superb, no matter if it’s Summer or Winter.
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