Category: Travel
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Throwback
On a gloomy day like today, with rain pouring and clouds hanging low, it’s hard not to think back to earlier this year, when I lived in sunny California. Palm trees lined the streets, and stepping outside didn’t feel like such a battle with the weather. I know, California’s dealing with its own share of…
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Wedding celebrations
I attended my friend’s wedding celebration yesterday and it was truly wonderful. Everything took place outdoors surrounded by beautiful native plants and trees, the weather was ideal (not too hot, a slight breeze), and the birds sung beautifully accompanied by the soothing background sound of burbling water from the residential pond…
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Sonoma Valley
Is one of the most renowned winemaking areas north of San Francisco whose rich soils mark the birthplace of California’s wine industry. Cradled between the Mayacamas and the Sonoma Mountain ranges, The Valley sometimes gets referred to as ‘Moon Valley’ as it appears that the moon rises and sets various times behind the mountain range.…
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California memories
On my way to San Francisco to attend my friend’s wedding and it feels like going home! I know I’ve only lived there for two years but I have so many great memories. I’ve explored, enjoyed and savoured my time there and if you’re curious about what I was up to, you can check out…
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Ferry ride
Sunday funday… with a trip to Hoboken, a city in New Jersey, most famous for being Frank Sinatra’s birthplace. It was very hot today so I thought it would be nice to switch up the means of transportation from the sticky (and stinky) subway to the ferry with outdoor seating, skyline views and a fresh…
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Green oasis
After I spent a wonderful week with my family in one of the most peaceful areas of Berlin, it is time for me to fly home to NYC. It’s been blissfully quiet, relaxing and full of culinary highlights. I relished the time with my loved ones and after spending every possible minute in the forrest…
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Berliner Currywurst
Is so tasty! I could end this post with this statement only and encourage you to visit Berlin and try for yourself. But let me give you some fun facts as well. 1. There are heated discussions about who invented the dish and makes the tastiest version: Berlin vs. Hamburg vs. The Ruhr area. You…
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Die Ampelmännchen
Shown on pedestrian signals in Germany are the beloved ‚Ampelmännchen‘. A green walking one for go and a red one for stop. Prior to the reunification of East and West Germany, each part had its own figures but the ones from Eastern Germany gained huge popularity and cult status and have since been adopted beyond…
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Mexikoplatz Berlin
Is one of the oldest transit stations and a small, idyllic place altogether. The heritage listed station was erected in 1904 and is one of the few Art Nouveau buildings in Berlin. It is surrounded by a well-kept courtyard and houses the weekly farmers market offering the freshest regional produce (goes without saying that it’s not taking…
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Aaand Relax!
I made it home! To one of the lush green neighbourhoods Berlin has to offer. The recent rain cleaned the air and the fresh smell caries the scent of the conifers and blooming flowers. Today I woke up to the birds singing, and started the day with yoga & meditation. Followed by a tasty brunch…
Josephine in New York City 