Words & Pictures by Shaun Troke
Because of an unwanted public transport fine (read more about that here), I found solace in the Viennese district of Mariahilf. Continue reading “Vienna: Menu Munching in Mariahilf!”
Words & Pictures by Shaun Troke
48hrs really isn’t a lot of time…
And, €20 really isn’t a lot of budget…
But, if you like to travel a lot, then these kind of compromises are sometimes required. Continue reading “48hrs in Thessaloniki (on a budget of €20 a day!)”
Review & Pictures by Shaun Troke
Originally, one March, I’d chosen to stay at Peraia Rooms for a number of reasons:
It had a balcony…
It was by the sea…
And, it’s only a 15min drive to/from the airport! Continue reading “Peraia Rooms: Home By The Sea”
Words & Pictures by Shaun Troke
My (own personal) mission, while in the city of Basel, was to try two cultural dishes: Fondue and Raclette…
Did I succeed in my mission? Continue reading “Low & High Budget Bites in Basel!”
Review & Pictures by Shaun Troke
Disappointment.
This was my initial feeling at the Hotel Akroyiali.
Not because of the hotel itself – the disappointment was because I’d be spending LESS than 24 hours here. Continue reading “Hotel Akroyiali: The Natural Choice”
Words & pictures by Shaun Troke
It had been an intense two days travelling all over Halkidiki.
From Psakoudia to Olympiada to Ouranoupoli, I was now looking forward to what would be 2 (restful) nights on the island of Ammouliani…
And, all over Halkidiki, I’d heard only positive comments about this beautiful relaxing place. Continue reading “Ammouliani: The Great Escape”
Review & Pictures by Shaun Troke
It’s called the Sunrise Hotel for good reason.
Each morning, from the windows facing eastward toward Mount Athos, you can see the sun rise over this towering landmark, a view worth waking up to.
Though sunrise takes place just once a day, what else does Halkidiki’s luxury hotel have available? Continue reading “Sunrise Hotel: Ammouliani’s Luxury Accommodation”
Words & Pictures by Shaun Troke
We all know that German’s are reputed to indulge in large portions of food & drink…
So, for those with lesser tamed tummies, here’s a few smaller portioned suggestions. Continue reading “6 Food Feeds: Dining in Berlin”
Review & Pictures by Shaun Troke
Twice now, I’ve stayed at the Apocalypsis Apartments in Psakoudia, Halkidiki.
The first time was in early March, prior to the start of Greece’s peak season; The second time was late September, at the end of Greece’s peak season…
And, both times, this property served as the perfect base. Continue reading “Apocalypsis Apartments: Self-Catering Heaven”
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I’d chosen to stay in a self-catering apartment on the border of Old Town Bucharest.
Therefore, I’d planned to help my budget, by buying foods from a supermarket, to cook meals myself…
But, with restaurant prices so low – and, with everything within walking distance – I was able to experience & enjoy five local food places, all within a five minute walk! Continue reading “Binge Eating in Bucharest!”
