Europe
Europe where one can explore medieval castles, indulge in delectable cuisine, and witness artistry in world-renowned museums. The efficient and scenic train networks make it easy to hop between countries, allowing you to experience the contrast of bustling metropolises and serene countryside. Having breakfast in Brussels, lunch in Nuremberg and then dinner in Salzburg!
The Heilig-Geist-Spital taken from the Museum Bridge in Nuremberg.
A view of the Henkerhaus Museum or Executioner's House in Nuremberg, Germany.
Nuernberg bratwurst, sauerkraut, and German potato salad with a lovely weiss beer. Definitely one of my favourite meals ever.
Cologne Cathedral; the largest gothic cathedral in Northern Europe one of the most impressive places of worship in the world. Also, it is right beside the main Cologne rail station!
Two of Europe's high speed trains together at Brussels South Station; the German ICE and French TGV.
The Rhine River while travelling in the comfort of a German ICE train on the West Rhine Railway Line.
Biergarten am Chinesischen Turm; lovely beer garden in the Englischen Gartens to enjoy a beer while local Bavarian bands play from the Chinese Tower.
Frauenkirche, the main cathedral of Munich, dominating the skyline of the centre of the downtown.
The old Munich Town Hall and part of Marienplatz which is the heart of pedestrian Munich.
The beautiful Antiquarium room in the Munich Residence Museum; this is one of my favourite museums in all of Europe.
The new Munich City Hall with the Glockenspiel that plays twice a day the story of the marriage of Duke Wilhelm to Renata of Lorraine as well as the story of the Coopers dance.
Schloss Neuschwanstein main entrance; the famous Marienbrucke bridge was closed so couldn't get the famous shot.
Enjoying Schweinshaxe. roasted pork hock, at the world's first brewery, Airbräu. at Munich airport.
Austrian pastries at the famous Cafe Konditorei Fürst and make sure to try their Salzburger Mozartkugel as they were the first to make them.
Salzburg's beautiful Residenzplatz close to the main cathedral quarter and shopping area.
Salzburg's Fortress Hohensalzburg seen in the distance from Schloss Mirabell, which was used in the Sound of Music movie.
Plaza Mayor in the centre of Madrid on bright January afternoon; one of the joys of travelling during the off season.
Seafood Paella in Madrid; nothing compared to this and it was worth the wait.
Enjoying a Spanish beer at a local Madrid tapa bar.
One of the main staircases at Madrid's Royal Palace.
Churros con Chocolate at Chocolatería San Ginés hit differently at 5 am after deciding not to fight the sleepless jetlag.
Dusk in Madrid, a city made for strolling and discovering.
Beautiful Jamon Iberico from one of the vendors at Mercado de San Miguel in Madrid located close to the Plaza Mayor.