europe
Whether embarking on a Eurotrip or a weekend jaunt to a foreign city, European travel requires some smart planning; you may know all the must-see landmarks, but we provide the hidden gems.
Graz On the Mur River
The capital of Styria and Austriaβs second-largest city is Graz. It has a lovely location in the shadow of Schlossberg hill and is situated on both sides of the Mur River. There are beautiful views all around and the city itself is charming with lots to see and delight in. It was actually the castle upon The Schlossberg that gave the city its name. It came from the Slavonic word Gradec for βlittle castleβ and later became Graz.
By Rasma Raisters2 years ago in Wander
What Happens In Alnwick Doesn't Stay In Alnwick
Introduction This is not about Alnwick per se, but Alnwick has given me inspiration for a lot of poems and I don't like publishing more than one poem at a time, it makes me feel that I am being lazy and cheating, but that doesn't stop me doing it, but I thought it might be worth saying something about how Alnwick gives me inspiration.
By Mike Singleton π Mikeydred 2 years ago in Wander
From Paris with Love
It was a crisp morning in April, and I stood at the airport, my heart pounding with excitement and nervous anticipation. I was about to embark on my first international tour, a voyage that promised to be a life-altering experience. The destination? Paris, the city of love and lights.
By πππ«π‘π₯π²2 years ago in Wander
Back In The Poison Garden. Content Warning.
Introduction Earlier this year I visited The Poison Garden in Alnwick and shocked and surprised a lot of my friends across the water with the fatal capabilities of everyday plants that most people have around their homes. You can check that piece out with the comments here.
By Mike Singleton π Mikeydred 2 years ago in Wander
A Bit Of The Titanic In Alnwick
Introduction Fiona told me that the White Swan Hotel in Alnwick contained some artefacts from the RMS Olympic which was the sister ship to the Titanic. On checking It turns out that the main dining room (Olympic Restaurant) is effectively the First Class Lounge from the ship which is identical to the one on the Titanic.
By Mike Singleton π Mikeydred 2 years ago in Wander
A Walk In Hulne Park, Alnwick
Introduction It was raining, but I thought that I needed to get out and get some fresh air this morning, so I thought I would walk around to Hulne Park and take a very short snoop around and see what there was. My friend Julie had told us that this was the Duke of Northumberland's "back garden" but when we went it was shut. It is maintained by Northumberland Estates and you can read about it here.
By Mike Singleton π Mikeydred 2 years ago in Wander
A Little of This and a Little of That
Amazing Banqueting House Can you imagine yourself in London, England not far from Trafalgar Square in the Banqueting Hall sitting in a comfortable beanbag chair staring at the ceiling where an amazing masterpiece by Flemish artist Peter Paul Rubens spreads out over your head?
By Rasma Raisters2 years ago in Wander
