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Destinations Europe

Lucerne and Pilatus – A place made of Swiss dreams

September 29, 2016
Lucerne Pilatus

Oh Lucerne, you enchanting little town in Central Switzerland: Set between the beautiful Vierwaldstättersee and iconic Mount Pilatus – could I ask for a more picturesque setting? I’d be foolish if I did because I hardly think that’s possible. May I introduce you Lucerne’s most famous landmarks: The wooden bridge Kapellbrücke with its water tower and Mount Pilatus in the background… During a stroll through town you’ll encounter some grand buildings and lovely decorated houses too… Due to the lack of time and equipment (and…

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Destinations Europe

(Late) summer vibes in Zurich

September 23, 2016
Lake Zurich

Switzerland: Our “little” neighbour to the West is a country similar to ours yet different in many ways. I’m not going into detail about its history and politics although both are undoubtedly interesting and unique in the world. Together with my bf I was visiting some old family friends after I haven’t been to their place since more than 10 years. The weather god was with us and pleased us with summer-ish temperatures in mid-September!…

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Austria Destinations

The (temporary) magic of the Emerald Lake

June 23, 2015
Guide to Emerald Lake Austria

I think I’ve traveled much and seen quite a few places. And of all places I’ve been to, one has a special place in my heart – and what irony – it’s only a two hour drive away from my hometown 🙂 Welcome to Tragöß, a sleepy village somewhere in the alps of Styria! This village hosts a treasure in the back country, which is simply called “Grüner See” (literally “Emerald lake”). The name says it all. About two years ago, when I…

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