A visit to the magnificent Sheikh Zayid Mosque is definitely a must on any trip to Abu Dhabi. The architectural work of art is gigantic!
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In San Sebastián in the Basque Country there are hundreds of Pintxo bars. Tapas can be found on every corner. Here are my tips for a pintxo tour:
Justine Tyerman has an enlightening experience at a Buddhist temple in Luang Prabang, the spiritual capital of Laos.
There’s more to rice than boiling a cup of basmati in the microwave, as Justine Tyerman discovers on a trip to Laos.
Justine Tyerman travelled to Laos, famous for its many beautiful Buddhist temples.
Lithuania’s capital was the 2009 European Culture Capital and you can sense with every step and every turn why. It is at once historic, baroque, a…
“Wow! There really are many great, “under-discovered” spots in this world of ours.” That was the brief note I received from a friend after I had euphorically sent out…
On our day excursion to the Sarntal Valley, these “blue apron” artisans welcomed us in their workshops and let us look over their shoulders.
The Sarntal Valley’s ancient Roherhaus farmstead, parts of which date back to the 13th century, today functions as a museum. Our visit let us experience farming life, living tradition,…
In Dresden, I encountered a proud, historic city with folksy inhabitants and imposing baroque architecture decked out for Christmas. 800 years old, rebuilt and vibrant today, this…
The classic answer to the question “What are the must-see attractions in Dresden?” normally goes something like this: The baroque Frauenkirche church, the Semperoper opera house, the Residenzschloss ducal palace with its Grünes Gewölbe treasure…
Justine Tyerman surprises herself with her daring exploits in Morocco… I travelled undercover in Morocco. Being a bit of a coward, I was a little concerned…