Pizza should be among your “you have to eat” dishes when visiting Italy. But on a visit to Switzerland? Sure, especially in south-eastern Switzerland. As Switzerland, not only borders to Italy, also the culture in […]
Staying at ibis Lugano Paradiso (budget hotel in great location)
Situated right on the foot of the massive Monte San Salvatore, Hotel ibis Lugano is in a perfect location. In a lovely neighbourhood, just very few minutes by foot to the lake, within another few […]
When to watch the Lunar Eclipse (blood moon) on Friday, July 27th 2018 (including Photography Tips!)
It’s the longest Lunar Eclipse of the 21st century: this Friday the moon will shine in a deep orange, transitioning itself into a true blood moon. If you don’t remember all the details of a […]
My new travel in-ear headphones: JBL T110 (Product Review)
Why didn’t I but proper in-ear headphones by JBL sooner?! Disclaimer: this is not a paid promotion by JBL, I bought them myself on Amazon (hooray for next day delivery…). Below you will find an […]
Prices to rent a pedalo boat in Lugano – What’s the price of a motor boat on Lake Lugano
Lake Lugano, who only wants to experience the sea life from the shores? Going on the water, searching for a quiet and peaceful spot, to just enjoy the moment. How excellent. Straight at Luganos’ city […]
Overview of all the Art Galleries and Art Museums in Lugano
You might not have known it, but Lugano is a popular destination when it comes to Art. Lugano, your ideal location for anyone craving the Mediterranean feeling, while still seeking a sophisticated background. To fulfil […]
SBB Review: EuroCity Train from Zurich to Lugano in 2nd class
In just 2 hours and 12 minutes, the SBB EuroCity Train takes you from Zurich to Lugano. From one City at a Lake to another City at a Lake, but an entirely different climate. May […]
Review: Quinoa Curry, the new vegetarian McDonald’s Switzerland Burger
The Quinoa Curry Burger is the only vegetarian burger currently offered by McDonald’s Switzerland. Unfortunately, the replacement burger, after the delicious Vegi Mac was discontinued, is absolutely not comparable. While the “original veggie burger”, the […]
What language is spoken in Lugano?
Lugano, a truly multicultural city. Not only because of the ethnic of its inhabitants, due to the very close proximity to Italy, but the Swiss City of Lugano is also heavily influenced by the Italians. […]
Moevenpick Ice Cream in Lugano by the Train station
Where to get delicious Mövenpick ice cream in Lugano? Straight at the main train station! After a long train ride, especially in summer, you need something to refresh. Instead of buying a cold drink, why […]
How to travel from Milan to Lake Lugano – How far is Lugano from Milan ?
Milan is an ideal base to not only explore the Lombard capital city but also for various day trips. Want to visit another City, then head to Bergamo, Verona or Venice, want to go to […]
The cheapest boat tour on Lake Lugano – Lugano Centrale (lago) to Lugano Paradiso
There is no reason why you shouldn’t take a Boat on Lake Lugano! Lugano, what a wonderfully beautiful city. The deep blue water, surrounded by sky-high green mountains, what a scenery. Walking along the shores […]
Delicious cakes & coffee in Friedrichshafen at Café Karamell
Friedrichshafen is the second biggest city of Lake Constance, with multiple HQ’s of big companies, universities and so much more going on. However, the local culinary scene is rather bland and quite frankly uninspiring. A […]
Pomodoro & Mozzarella Panzerotti by daPrette in Padua / Padova
Pomodoro & Mozzarella Panzerotti by daPrette in Padua / Padova – yummm!!! Have you ever tried Panzerotti? Panzerotti, also known as panzarotto, is a sort of small calzone. The semicircular, half-moon, shaped dough pieces are […]
Enjoying Zeppole di San Giuseppe in Padua / Padova
Zeppole di San Giuseppe are delicious choux pastry doughnuts filled with vanilla cream and decorated with an amaranth cherry. Usually prepared for Saint Joseph’s Day on March 19th, you can guilt-free enjoy them year-round in […]
Review: Saffron and mushroom Risotto by coop Italy – Risotto ai funghi porcini e Zafferano
The Saffron and Mushroom Risotto by coop Italy (“risotto ai funghi porcini e zafferano”) will change your life! Just recently I found out about my love for Risotto. Having always preferred any type of Pasta […]
Prato della Valle in Padua – the big square with statues
Not only is Prato della Valle in Padua the largest square in all of Italy, it’s also a popular place to chill and hang out, as well as so much more. 6 days a week […]
Delicious Bigoli Pasta Pesto Genovese at Bigoi Padua / Padova
Is Fast Food always unhealthy? absolutely not! A new kind of fast food chain is taking over (northern) Italy and I absolutely love it. Bigoi. In various locations and cities across the northern part of […]
Best photo locations in Verona / “places with a view”
Verona, already a magnificent city from the ground, with the cobblestone paths, the structured house walls, but from a higher view the city even gets more stunning. You don’t need to have an upscale hotel […]
Instagram Accounts to follow before visiting Trieste
Trieste, the famous port in the north-eastern Italian region named Friuli-Venezia Giulia. Trieste is actually a city and area with a very long history, as the area was already inhabited since the second millennium BC. […]
Gelato in Padua at Prato della Valle
Whats better than a refreshing ice cream on a hot summer day? In Padua, after visiting the famous market on Prato della Valle, the biggest square in the country, I needed something refreshing. As I […]