Today’s motto is “Rise and shine and break free!” What was life like in East Germany before the Wall’s fall? In 1989, East and Western Berliners tore down the Wall that had split their country since 1961.Thirty-one years after German reunification, memories of the former DDR, the German (Deutsche) Democratic Republic, are still vivid. So, …
Chambord castle in the Loire Valley
Today’s motto is “Rise and shine and live your fairytale!” The Chateau de Chambord: a dream castle Once upon a time, there was a king who lived in a magnificent castle. From these first ‘original’ words, you’re likely to have guessed that today’s travel destination is a dream castle, like the one depicted in fairy-tales. …
Lake Maggiore’s gem: Isola Bella
Today’s motto is “Rise and shine and let beauty save the world!” Lake Maggiore’s gem: Isola Bella “Beauty will save the world”, wrote Dostoevsky. Do you agree with this statement? The answer seems pretty obvious when you find yourself in a little corner of paradise. So, let me take you to a heavenly place: Lake …
The surprising Tarot Garden in Tuscany
Today’s motto is “Rise and shine and get what you want!” The surprising Tarot Garden in Tuscany Have you ever had a tarot card reading? If the answer is “No”, well, never say never. But also for those who answered “Yes”, this is going to be a new experience. Prepare yourself to enter the esoteric …
San Galgano: the ideal venue for a wedding
Today’s motto is “Rise and shine and be inspired!” The abbey of San Galgano in the Tuscan countryside Have you ever dreamed about your wedding? If the answer is ‘yes’, where would you like it to take place? In a magnificent church, or perhaps in a medieval castle, or rather on a Caribbean beach? To …
Porquerolles: the ‘golden island’ for nature lovers
Today’s motto is “Rise and shine and relax!” The Golden Island of Porquerolles What is your perfect place for a break from hectic everyday life? To me, the first image popping into my head is a small gorgeous island off the southern coast of France. So, let’s prepare to set sail towards today’s travel destination: …