Geo: 31.6334, -7.9996My first step on to the continent of Africa is in the diverse country of Morocco. So close to mainland Europe, but a completely different culture and landscape. Morocco has it all, culture, cities, ocean, mountains, desert and large areas of bare rocky land where the odd town pops up.I was really excited to visiting Morocco, a little more of a challenge than Europe itself, and what a perfect way to end my time with Anna.We landed in Marrakech mid morning after sleeping at Gatwick airport due to a 6am flight. Waiting to go through border control was long and time consuming but soon we were on the bus toward the Medina and Jamaa El Fna. We had a few hotels in mind but they turned out to be pretty expensive so we walked ... read more

Geo: 47.3719, 8.54036If you want to find where all that money in the Swiss bank accounts goes to, then Zurich is where it probably is. Zurich is all class and all money. Never have I seen such insane prices for watches just as a window display (120,000 Francs). Business men in their diamond encrusted suits walk the main street while walking past a oddly dressed man shouting obscenities and pulling the finger towards them. Among this is a beautiful city with beautiful buildings and a gorgeous green tinged lake to accompany.So I guess it comes in handy to have a friend who lives there. The unfortunate thing it was only for a night, but better than nothing.We caught the train from Interlaken to Zurich at the punishing time of 7am on a Sunday morning, to maximize ... read more

Geo: 49.2764, -0.705529After an amazing week in Nord Pas De Calais, it was time to visit another region of France, A region with a lot of history and events and for some an important memorial site.Normandy!Known for the D-day invasion by American, British and Canadian troops on June 6th 1944, this area was once under German occupation. Another powerful sight that visualization and thought does not tip the scale of what happened here. Before exploring Normandy we went to a kite festival on the sea side town of Berck Sur Mer.Conditions were perfect; sunny and windy, and on a big beach meant for plenty of room and action.Kites littered the sky in all sorts of shapes, sizes and colours. We sat and enjoyed performances from groups, individuals and world champions. There was a competition to cut ... read more

Geo: 49.2991, 19.949Zakopane and the Tatra Mountains; A hidden little gem in the most southern part of Poland. A name most people might not have known or heard of. I didn't think that there were mountains in Poland until I saw some photos of a friends trip there and was immediately captivated and drawn to it. Upon planning my trip, this was a priority and it was a good thing that it was close to the beautiful city of Krakow and a $7 bus fare.I went on the Wednesday as I wanted to avoid the weekend rush. Although in the low season it probably didn't make too much of a difference. Well except that I had a whole hostel to myself for two days and nights.I stayed at the Stara Polana hostel. Close to the bus ... read more

Geo: 50.0553, 19.9274To simplify this blog, I can say that Krakow was amazing; A beautiful city, great people and a lovely culture. Done, Posted.Ok Then, I will go in to more detail.A country and a city with so much history, that going there for a few days doesn't do this great city any justice. But not only this city, but the areas around it also. These will be featured in upcoming blogs though. Situated in the Malopolska area lies Krakow, A town that has for the most part survived the war; A city occupied by Germans and where Jews where treated horribly; A town only kilometers away from the body shivering name of Auschwitz. Things have changed though and the city is now a thriving metropolis of students, tourists and beautiful buildings.I took the train from ... read more