What started as a hobby back in 2016, to now a blog running for 10 years. A nice milestone! In 2026 we already traveled throughout Bangladesh, South-Korea, Japan, Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands and plans to see much more! In those 10 years, we also got our son as travel partner who at age 5 already visited over 20 countries and 4 continents! Here is to the next 10!
I went before to the big American War Cemetery in Margaten, and also a lot of small ones like Mierlo and Nederweert. But this is the only German War Cemetery in the Netherlands, and it is way bigger than the one I visited last year in Luxembourg.
During our visit to LEGOLAND I found out there was a small memorial sight in the nearby city of Grinsted. As someone who is interested in anything World War 2 related, I had to have a look! Especially since it took the Axis only 6 hours to conquer Denmark, I was curious what to find here.
As often you have with city trips in Germany, the old town (Alt Stadt) usually gets your attention. On the bank of the Elbe lies the historical centre with buildings from the Renaissance, the Baroque and kept or regained its charm after its destruction during World War 2.
One of Sister-in-law’s lives here for some years now, but I never got a chance to visit the Alt Stadt, until now.
We kicked off our Paris weekend with a twist — not with Disney fireworks or mouse ears, but a calm underwater stroll at SEA LIFE Paris. With our Disneyland tickets only valid the next day, we had a free afternoon and a restless 4-year-old. SEA LIFE was the perfect pre-Disney warm-up: just enough stimulation, zero stress.
For those who are long time readers of my blog it is obvious that I am quite a history buff when it comes to World War II memorials. Last month I had a business trip in Luxembourg city, and to my surprise there was not only an American Cemetery, but also an Axis one.
Located just outside Hannover, Dinopark Münchehagen is Germany’s largest dinosaur-themed scientific adventure & theme park, offering a 2.5 km circular trail populated with over 300 life‑size dinosaur and prehistoric models, guiding you through multiple geological eras(from Triassic, Jurassic, Cretaceous till date) complete with detailed info in German and English. We took our 4-Year-Old to this park and as a little dino-enthusiast, he was hooked. Trust me, it took a lot of effort to make him get in the car and leave this park.
Staying in a resort in Monastir with a few hours to kill, we decided to visit the city itself. This coastal town, quieter than its neighbor Sousse, packs a lot into a walkable cluster of sights. It’s got vibes, views, and just enough chaos to keep it interesting. Here’s how our half-day unfolded.
During our all-inclusive trip in Tunesia, we were located in Monastir. From there, Sousse is only a short 15-20 minute cab drive away and worth it if you have half a day to spare. This Mediterranean gem in Tunisia brings a lot of history and culture. Think ancient walls, sun-faded doors, labyrinthine alleys, and a salty breeze that carries the scent of history and grilled fish. Here’s how I squeezed centuries of culture into one unforgettable afternoon.
Visiting Auschwitz is a sobering experience, a stark reminder of one of the darkest chapters in human history. This guided tour through Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau, led by our knowledgeable guide Lukas, provided an in-depth look at the atrocities committed within these camps.
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