Christmas markets in Germany

It´s Christmas time !

For me and many people it is the most beautiful time of the year.  Everywhere you can see beautiful, shining lights, christmas trees and of course christmas markets. Today i will tell you about christmas markets in Germany. Everyone of you surely know the most famous christmas markets in Berlin or Dresden. But do you know the Christkindlemarket in Nuremberg ? With almost 2 million visitors per year is one of the biggest christmas market in Germany. It starts every year on friday before the first sunday of advent and ends at the 24th of december. 

Even if historics try to find out when took place the first market, they are not sure about it. There are many stories that it was between 1610 and 1639. But the first official list from the market is from 1737. The market is every year at the same place- at the main square in Nuremberg called "Hauptmarkt". Typical for the christkindlemarket are the red-white striped roofs of the shacks. There are about 180 wooden shacks every year. 

In the center of the market you can see a christmas crib where the christmas stories are relating. And of course there are typical drinks and snacks which you can get at a german "Weihnachtsmarkt". For example: "Glühwein" (Mulled wine) or "bratwurst" the famous german grilled sausage. But also a lot of sweets such as fruits in chocolate or hot chocolate to drink. For everybody who has never been on a christmas market in Germany this one can be also interesting.  It´s cosy and you get that magical christmas atmosphere there. 

Have you ever been there? And which ones do you recommend me to visit?

So have fun there and Merry Christmas everyone!

Who wants to fall in love with Scotland?

Hi guys!

As I wrote you last time, my last trip was organised to Scotland. It was my first time there and I am pretty sure that it wasn't the last one. I totally fall in love with the Edinburgh's views.
If you also want to visit Scotland, you have an opportunity to book your flighs from Poznań (and they aren't so expensive). After landing in Edinburgh, will start your amazing adventure!
You should begin your journey from walking through very nostalgic streets. The most popular is Vicotria's street which is characterised by its historical appeal and independence shops. Then, I recommend you to go to Edinburgh Castle because the sight from there is just incredible. Unfotunatelly, I couldn't enter to see how does it look inside because tickets for that day were unavailables (it is better to buy them online).
My third "must be" place to see is Arthur's Seat. You have to spend some time climbing to the top of hill but it is worthy The views from Scottish highlands are unusual.
If you like adrenaline and thrill of emotion, you should take part in ghost and vampire tour. I am not so brave and I didn't dare to do it so I can't share with you that experience. :(
After all, don't forget to relax in some of the tipical Scottish pubs and drink whisky or gin. You should also try their sweets- fudges of many tastes.

Have I encouraged you to visit Edinburgh? I really hope so!

It is beginning to look like Christmas

Hello everyone!

It is beginning to look like Christmas, don't you think? Have you already dived in festive warm atmosphere? Because I have! 
Every year I'm trying to visit one Christmas Market in Europe. This time I decided to go to Scotland. I chose Edinburgh for my trip and I can honestly admit that it was the best choice I could make. Edinburgh impressed me also like a city (but about all the things you can see and do there I will write in another post). 
This Christmas Market is located in the heart of the city and is open during 7 weeks (from November till January). It is definitely the most romantic Christmas Market I have ever seen. You can find there many traditional Christmas items, for example: handicrafts, glassballs or candles. Being there, you should also try traditional food: Scotch pie, and drink mulled wine, mulled beer or traditional Scoottish whisky. You should also have fun on amusement park and ride on the Big Wheel, or ride on the Star Flyer (which is nearly 60 meters high). In the end, I recommend you to go on Silent Light which is the spectacular street of light and silent disco. You can enjoy the time there singing and dancing under a spectacular lights synchronised to music on your headphones.

I am sure that you will fall in love with Edinburgh and feel the Christmas spirit there. Don't waste your time! Scotland is waiting for you! :)

How to pack for a trip?

Have you ever had any problems with packing your things for a trip? I am sure that everyone of us had! If you buy cheap flights with hand luggage, it is even harder to take everything you want. When I was younger I thought that I need abroud everything what I have. Now I know that if I go for a trip I have to organize everything I will need and make checklist of every items I want to take with me. But there is one thing that I always forget, to be honest. My sunglasses! (That's why I have so many pairs) ;)

Another important thing is to plan your outfits for these days. If you want to pack five pairs of shoes for 3 days, you should think over if you really need them. Check the weather in the city you will visit and bring only appropriate clothes. In addition, you should buy travel-size containers for your cosmetics. Remember about restrictions on the amount of liquids (which you can bring on a board) when you are flying only with hand-luggage! 
Don't forget about documents (valids of course), money, your camera and go for a trip! I hope you will have such a good time!

See you soon! :)

Tourist or traveller?

Hello everyone!

This time I won't write about my another experience from trips. I would like you to make a question about difference between tourist and traveller. Have you ever considered which kind of people are you? Can you mention many distinction between travellers and tourists?

Some people can say that the biggest difference is the time which they spend on travelling. I heard many opinions that travellers need at least 3 months of visiting country. Another thing that I heard is that tourist prefers stay at expensive hotels and buy packed holidays. And for the other hand, travellers prefer to meet new people, spend time with them, explore the less-traveled areas and try local food.

But, can you agree with that?  Is that really the point? In my opinion, you can call yourself whatever you want. Travelling is not a competition that you have to win. It's just a thing that we do because we love it. It's not important if you visit one place per year or ten places per month. More important is the way you will do it- your own way.

Lot of greetings!

One day in Amsterdam

Hello my tourist lovers!

How did you spend your long weekend? Did you stay at home or maybe you visited your family? Did anyone leave out of the town? You can suppose  that when I have free days from my work and University I travel. This time I also didn't want to "waste" my free time. I went to one of my favourites cities in Europe- Amsterdam. 

In Holland I was a few times and not only the capital city charmed me so much (but about smaller cities I will write in another post). Anyway, Amsterdam is the place where I want to come back everytime it's possible. That's why last weekend I decided to go there. 

I suppose that everyone can agree with me that there is lasting list of things to do in Amsterdam. No matter how is the weather, you can enjoy with the city a lot. The first thing you should know about Amsterdam is fact that is famous for cycling. It is a way of life of many people because there is more bikes than people (more than 800,000 bicycles!!!) So if you want to explore the city's streets and canals, there is no better opportunity to travel by bike.

But If you choose a walk through the centre, you have to visit Amsterdam's independent shopping streets (where you can find vintage shops, some boutiques or stores with designer clothes or handmade cometics) and markets in the open air. In any case, remember to take a canal cruise. It lasts about an hour and you can explore Amsterdam's UNESCO protected canal ring and discover many curious facts about the city. 

And what about food?  If you get hungry, you should try Bitterballen- deep fried crispy meatballs or Thick Dutch Fries- served with many tasty toppings (my favourite is with peanut sauce, mayo and onions). And for dessert you have to try a stroopwafel- two thin layers of baked dough with a caramel syrup. I'm sure you will love it!

And of course, don't foget to take a photo with I amsterdam letters! ;)

Relax in Italy

Hello again!

I hope you are ready for another trip! Inasmuch as the weather in Poland is continuously worsing, I would like to "take" us to beautiful and hot Italy.

When you hear Italy,  probably you think about pizza and pasta. (Yes, I am also a lover of italian food). This summer I went with my friends to Genoa- the capital of Italian region Liguria. Before I went there, I didin't know many things about that place, to be honest. Located in the north of Italy, a beautiful port city, is the sixth-largest city in Italy. And, what is interesting, it's the birthplace of Christopher Columbus.

What should you see if you go there? Obviously you should walk around the Via Garibaldi. It is a street full of historical apartments and museums.  Because of them the street is often called "Strada Museo".




Another necessary point to see is Acquario di Genova- known as the biggest aquarium in Europe. Located in the old harbour area hits somebody like a thunderbolt.








What is more, when you are in Italy, you surely want to catch up with the sun. The best place to do it, and relax you a little bit is Boccadasse, the old mariners' neighbourhood of Genoa. It's famous for the most romantic view of the sea and the city, and old-school colorful fishing boats.

After all, you have to visit Piazza de Ferrari- the square with the beautiful fountain in its center. It's perfect place for a touristic photo session or lunch brake because there are also many good restaurants and bars.

And what about you? Have you ever been there?
See you soon!

Welcome to Hungary!

Hi everyone!

Do you know any place where you always want to go but but at the same time you have never been there? I think each of us knows it. One of my dreamt place in Europe was Budapest. And finally, this year I went there! In this post I would like to share with you my experience and tell you what you should see when you are there only for the weekend. 

I started my trip from climbing to the top of Gellert Hill. It is a 235m high hill located in the centre of city. At the top of the hill is the Citadella where you can see skyline of Danube River and almost the whole Budapest. Frankly speaking, it made me striking impression. 

Obviously, another point to see is Chain Bridge which spans the River Danube between Buda and Pest, that is, the western and eastern sides of the capital city of Hungary. However, I recommend you to visit also other bridges because each of them offers awesome views. 

It is impossible to miss the most famous building of Hungary- the Parliament of Budapest. It is the largest building in Hungary and the tallest in Budapest. Half of Parliament is available for tourists and you can buy an excursion with guide. Unfortunatelly, there is no polish guide but it's a good reason to learn foreign languages. ;)

Your question could be- and what about any places to eat and drink anything? I can definitelly recommend you all the tipical restaurants with hungarian food. You should try a Langos there- a deep fried dough which is eaten fresh or warm without any topings or topped with cheese, ham, sour cream, sausages, onions or mushrooms. After all, everyone should go to ruin pub which is hot spot currently. They are located in old, abandoned buildings in downtown Pest. Maybe it doesn't sound very encouraging but that unique atmosphere causes that you will spend unforgettable time. 

And what about you? Do you have any experience from Hungary? I would like you to share them with me.

See you soon!

Let's start the journey

Hi everyone, 



I am sure that each of us reading another blog about travelling is thinking that you will find information like: I love travelling. I can't say that it's not true but in my blog I would like to share with you my experience and my further plans. I really hope that you will enjoy my blog!



First of all, you have to know that my love for travel has borned when I was a child. My parents wanted to show me a lot of beautiful places and I went abroad for the first time when I was only 3 years old. I am so thankful to them for enthuse me their interests (that is also why i decided to start language studies) because thanks to them I can tell you my stories. This blog will be for everyone who loves adventure and is not afraid of getting to know other cultures. Inasmuch as last year I have had a gap year after 3 years of studying Spanish Philology, I have visited many cities (ones of them are typical tourist places but the others less popular). I can't wait to start our journey to many        jaw-dropping places!