What I have seen throughout Europe
There is probably no dish more representative of England than tea and sweets. Everyone from every walk of life has enjoyed a cup of England’s favorite hot brew, from the lowliest commoner, to the highest nobility. Whether you are a barrister, bobbie, lorrie, or the Queen herself, everyone can agree on a cup of tea. Nowadays, everyone enjoys a good cup...
Located just a short walk from Piazza San Marco lies one of the most somber places in all of Venice. It is known as the Bridge of Sighs. Built in the early 17th century, it connected the Palazzo Ducale to the Prigioni Nuove (the New Prison). In the middle of the bridge, there was a small window; as prisoners were crossing the bridge, they were allowed to take one...
Venice is a unique city because it is built entirely on water. It extends along 118 separate islands divided by canals but connected by more than four hundred bridges. The city is a treasure trove for art lovers, classical music lovers, and food lovers. The entire city is listed as a World Heritage Site. Historically, the city was the capital of the Venetian...
One of the most delicious comfort foods in England is Bangers and Mash. To be more specific, it is a plate of Cumberland sausage and mashed potatoes. Cumberland sausage is a pork sausage, usually seasoned with black pepper, white pepper, nutmeg, sage, sugar, and other spices. The sausage’s namesake comes from the ancient county of Cumberland, England, which...
Situated on a small bay in southern Montenegro lies the picturesque town of Kotor. Founded over 2000 years ago, this little town is home to Europe’s southernmost fjord, as well as one of the most beautiful bays in the world. This little city boasts a picturesque harbor, beaches, medieval walled villages, al fresco dining, and rolling hills. In recent years...
Piccadilly Circus lies in the heart of Downtown London. It is practically a crossroads for all of London. Some might call it London’s version of Times Square in New York, or the British equivalent of Shibuya Scramble in Tokyo. You’ll be immersed in a sea of neon, billboards, underground roundels, great restaurants, shopping, bars, and endless cacaphony...
A tiny principality on the Mediterranean Sea that is surrounded by the South of France. A tax haven for the rich and famous. This little country is synonymous is beautiful beaches, opulent wealth, massive yachts, luxurious cars, epic races, scenic castles, and one of the fanciest casinos in the world. Just the name evokes images of James Bond driving around in an...
If you see a futuristic looking train gliding through eastern London, and you don’t see a driver at the front of the train, don’t worry, it’s not a ghost train or a runaway. It’s the Docklands Light Railway in London, or DLR for short. Opened in 1987, it was built to refurbish the scenery of east London. There was an abundance of container...
If you’re ever walking through the streets of eastern London, and you spot a futuristic looking train with no driver at the controls, don’t worry, it’s not a ghost train or a runaway! It’s the Docklands Light Railway, or DLR for short. Opened in 1987, this light rail system was built to provide transportation to the Docklands area of eastern...
The London Underground, or as it is known by the locals, “The Tube”, is the official subway system of London. It is also the oldest subway system in the world; it first opened to the public in 1863 under the reign of Queen Victoria. What began with a steam engine under the streets of London, has now evolved into one of the world’s busiest and best...