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Berlin travel fun

admin — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 12:02:12 +0000

I’m posting here to express how amazed I am of Berlin and about the enjoyable vacation I spent there a week ago. I have wished to make a trip to this remarkable country in the heart of Europe for a long time, so I used the first possibility of a spare time I can afford and made the decision to view Berlin. I have many close friends there and after a bit of organizational stuff and not so nice flight, I arrived in my apartment in Berlin for the next days. I wasn’t actually acquainted wherther I had found the right place, I merely remember that I badly desired a bathroom and a bed, that’s all; and even got several regrets about this travel.
Though, in the morning everything has changed and I couldn’t wait to walk around the capital of Germany. The weather was just right for the intense sightseeing I have planned and actually I was very surprised to see that there was a metro station very near to my accommodation in Berlin and I got to the city center within 10 minutes. Because it was Monday, my friends were working all day and I had to wander alone. That day I thought of visiting the Tower, of course, the famous square Alexanderplatz and the Brandenburg Gate. I was definitely contented of what I saw, of the contrast between the medieval and the modern buildings, which I have ever thought would be bland, but it was in fact really delicate and not irritating. I decided to keep the other attractive sights for the rest of my vacation when a few of my friends will show and tell me more about the real spirit of this German city. I mainly have heard excellent things about the clubs and the entertaining aspect of Berlin and couldn’t wait to try it.

Great Berlin

admin — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 11:52:02 +0000

I’m writing here to express how fascinated I am of Berlin and about the nice time I experienced there a week ago. I have wished to see this attractive country for a long time, so I grabbed the first chance of a free period I had and made a decision to travel to Berlin. I have so many close friends there and after several arrangements and not so pleasant flight, I was in my Berlin Accommodation for the next week. I wasn’t really conscious if i was in the right place, I only remember that I badly needed a shower and a bed, that’s all; and actually had some regrets about starting this vacation.
But, in the morning everything looked more bright and I couldn’t wait to have a look around Berlin. The weather was great for the intense strolling I have planned and actually I was pretty surprised to notice that there was a metro station very close to my apartment hotel in Berlin and I reached the the center of the city within 10 minutes. Because it was Monday, my friends were working throughout the day and I had to roam alone. That day I thought of visiting the Tower, of course, the famous square Alexander Platz and the Brandenburg Gate. I was definitely impressed of the view, of the contrast between the medieval and the modern buildings, which I thought would be bland, but it was actually really skillful and not irritating. I decided to keep the other fantastic points for the rest of my holiday when several of my friends will present and tell me more about the real atmosphere of the city. I merely have heard excellent things about the parties and the fun side of Berlin and just had to try it.

New from Berlin

admin — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 11:29:21 +0000

In this posting i would like to show how impressed I am of Berlin and about the interesting vacation I spent Germany main city a week ago. I have wished to see this interesting country for a long time, so I took the first possibility of a free period I had and decided to see Berlin. I have many friends there and after a few preparations and not so nice travelling, I arrived in my Berlin apartment for the next days. I wasn’t fully aware if i was in the right place, I simply remember that I really desired a bathroom and a bed, that’s all; and even got some regrets that had started this trip.
Yet, in the morning everything has changed and I couldn’t wait to have a look around this city. The weather was great for the long tour I have planned and in fact I was really surprised to find that there was a metro station very in close proximity to my Vacation accommodation in Berlin and I arrived at the city center within 10 minutes. Because it was Monday, my friends were working throughout the day and I had to wander by myself. That day I planned to visit the Tower, of course, the famous square Alexanderplatz and the Brandenburg Gate. I was certainly amazed of what I saw, of the contrast between the medieval and the modern buildings, which I have ever thought would be tasteless, but it was in reality really refined and not irritating. I decided to keep the other attractive places for the rest of my vacation when several of my friends will demonstrate and tell me more about the real atmosphere of this place. I just have heard amazing things about the parties and the entertaining aspect of Berlin and just had to try it.

Last day of my Brussels trip

admin — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 17:19:02 +0000

This is my final post about this incredible and definitely impressive town. After our little trip has come to an end I can actually tell that I’m absolutely amazed and I want to come back, because the time was more than insufficient. Next time I will try to spare a minimum of a week, especially as I saved a lot of money, renting this very good and really affordable Brussels apartments. We didn’t face any worries with the transportation or something else, we were very near to the most interesting landmarks and there was even one very nice and convenient café next to our building where we drink coffee in the mornings.
In short, I liked this city very much, it was a really exciting and unforgettable getaway, and of course my friends helped a lot to be this experience so nice. At the end we didn’t want to depart, because the spirit of Brussels was unique with this variety of nations, we heard Arabic, Dutch, German, except the French and English. The men and women we met were also very nice and helpful and the locations we went to were truly charming.
For those who are thinking about a journey to Belgium’s capital, I can tell that, as most of the European countries, Belgium is really fantastic and has a lot to offer to its guests. There are plenty of museums and galleries, ancient buildings, parks, the chocolate in reality is as great tasting and mouth-watering as we believed, the beer is really superb and specialists will confirm it. On the whole, everything was ideal, we enjoyed a fantastic trip, the Brussels accommodation was exactly what we needed and the only thing we can do is to dream about our next holiday to Belgium.

Part two of my Brussels traveling account

admin — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 17:05:56 +0000

Gday, it’s me once more,
I have experienced lots of perfect things in this extraordinary town of Brussels. I didn’t think that I will like it so much. Belgium’s capital can offer almost anything – here you can find out dazzling monuments ot past times, the architecture is like no other-a really inspiring combination of modern buildings and broad boulevards and, in meantime, there are undoubtedly beautiful medieval streets and Gothic cathedrals like the Gudula Cathedral. Something that is equally worth seeing is one park, which name I forgot, of course, it was too long, but the park was very large and appealing with these green meadows and people enjoying their lunch break on the grass or in some of the pretty cafes – it was very refreshing. Especially after we had eaten so much and strolled for hours, it was nice to have a break in such a tranquil place.
While in the capital of Belgium, we made an effort to go through as much as possible, so during our rest in the apartments in Brussels, we searched for some information about which is the perfect bar, where is the top club and things like that. So, we decided to give a try to the well-known and almost an institution Les Brassins. Being the typical type of restaurant, a local one, as we discovered, Les Brassins wasn’t indeed what we’ve believed, but the food was really yummy and I would go again. Afterward we thought of going back to our Holiday accommodation in Brussels, but we decided that sleeping is not fitting the schedule, so we headed to a club and then to another and I can honestly tell that the night life in the capital of Belgium is really terrific.
and below is a video from a Party I took place in while in brussels :

Brussels Travel fun

admin — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 16:57:29 +0000

Hi, everyone, several days ago I was in Main belgium’s city. My friends and I decided to visit some foreign country and after short searching we chose Brussels for our weekend escape. Firstly I didn’t know what to expect, mainly because I only knew about the fantastic sweets and that here are the most important EU institutions and…that’s all. But now I can tell that the town exceeded my expectations and I strongly propose it as a tourist place.
As we were Preparing for our little getaway, we had to let some reasonable accommodation to reside and luckily we found out this very affordable and great for us accommodation in Brussels. We were truly surprised to find out that it was pretty cozy and it wasn’t necessary to sleep on the floor or something because there was more than enough space for all of us and it was in five minutes from the heart of the metropolis, so we didn’t have to spend time reaching the museums and places we have planned to visit.
We didn’t have a lot of time to waste, so after we left the luggage in the Holiday apartment in Brussels, we were eager to get started with our tour across Brussels and explore as much as possible for the short-term stay. So, like the most visitors we began with the museums. Here there are a lot and most of them definitely must be seen. I think that the Fine Arts Museum, the Royal Residence and the Grand Square as the most significant and I’m happy that visited them. Of course, we visited the Manneken Pis and took pics and thenwent to the Chinese Pavilion and the Japanese tower.
You can imagine how horribly tired we were, so we returned to our vacation apartments in Brussels to recharge the batteries for the next days, because as it came out Brussels has a lot to see and do.
Hi, everyone, some time ago I was in Belgium’s capital. My friend and I planned to travel to some foreign country and after some hesitation we chose the capital of Belgium for our holiday trip. At first I didn’t know what to imagine, considering the fact that I only knew about the excellent chocolates and that here are the chief EU institutions and…that’s all. But now I can tell that Brussels exceeded my expectations and I strongly suggest it as a tourist location.
As we were Organizing our little visit, we had to find out some proper place to stay in and thankfully we found this very affordable and ideal for us apartment in Brussels. We were really pleased to see that it was very comfy and it wasn’t necessary to sleep on the floor or something because there was plenty of place for everyone and it was in five minutes from the heart of the metropolis, so we didn’t have to waste time getting to the museums and places of interest we have planned to take a look at.
My friends and I didn’t have a lot of time to waste, so after we left the luggage in the apartment in Brussels, we were eager to start our tour throughout the town and explore as much as possible for the short-term trip. So, like the most travelers we began with the museums. Here there are a lot and most of them really must be seen. I think that the Fine Arts Museum, the Royal Residence and the Grand Square as the most fascinating and I’m happy that saw them. Surely, we went to the Manneken Pis and took pics and then went to the Chinese Pavilion and the Japanese tower. Have a look at all the museums in Brussels.
You can imagine how terribly exhausted we were, so we went back to our accommodation in Brussels to recharge the batteries for the next days, because as it came out Brussels offers a lot to see and do.

the final part of my 5 day Madrid trip!

admin — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 15:33:14 +0000

Yes, even the best things must ocme to an end and so is my trip to Madrid.

Madrid for sure is a place where people know how to party. As I got out of my apartment I headed towards one of Madrid’s most popular night clubs (I had that researched before) – Ananda. I did not know what to expect – techno, house, rock…but I knew I had to be there. And it turned out that the place was really good.

Lots of people flocked there, many tourists too, but still it was fun. I made friends with several locals we had a couple of beers and decided to go to a different place. They showed me one of the bars known mostly to people from Madrid. It was a more relaxed place, we could enjoy nice music and eat some tapas.

Early n the morning I came back to my Madrid apartments and spent the next day in bed. I had a nasty hangover so was not in the mood for sightseeing or traveling, so I preferred to stay at home in and goon the internet to share my experience with friends.

It was late in the evening when I decided to go out for a walk to see what Madrid is during the night (without any liquor in your blood) and once again I was dazzled by the beauty of this place. An hour later after shooting a bunch of pohotos, I went back to my cheap hotels in Madrid and packed by stuff for tomorrow I was heading back home.

Madrid Travel Diary

admin — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 15:28:58 +0000

Another day, another story here.

My travel experience in Madrid showed me that there is something different to every city in Europe. I was expecting the same stuff all over again, but this town has a soul of its own. I got out of my accommodation in Madrid and headed towards the centre, I enjoyed the city’s great museums which, the contemporary buildings mixed with old fashioned streets and houses is unbelievable. I went to see the museum of modern art, with paintings done by Spain’s best artists.

I also went to see the crystal palace which was a true masterpiece of architecture – I strongly recommend it to anyone coming to Madrid. the best thing to see while in Madrid for sure is the Escorial palace. Although it is not exactly in Madrid, it is not far and you can easily go there.

Once a residence of the king, now this place is a museum with lots of things to offer. Did not miss the chance to buy some souvenirs for friends and headed back to my cheap Madrid apartment. I was happy I had satellite TV in my room so I could relax for an hour watching the Simpsons before I started preparing for the night, as I had decided that the night will be dedicated to partying and drinking.

Have a look at a vide of Madrid that I found, brings back memories…

Spain Travelling Experiences – Madrid Overview

admin — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 12:29:47 +0000

Hi there, here is how it all starts….

Having seen most of Germany and Austria, I thought that I knew all about Europe. With that in mind I set out to explore Spain and more specifically –its capital Madrid. I had read some travel advices and tips about what is hot and what is not in Madrid. What places to see etc, so I was not completely unaware of what to expect. So I boarded the train and in a couple of hours I was at the Madrid train station.

As most train stations, this one was not anything pleasant – full of shady people and littered. But it is like that everywhere so nothing strange here. then I got to a cab and went to my private accommodation in Madrid which was very conveniently placed in the centre of the town. 30 minutes and 20 euros later I was there. Everything seemed fine, I liked the place had a shower and set out to explore the city.

My number one priority was the old town. I went there and it was really cool – lots of old building small streets packed wit tourists and tiny cafeterias offering delicious food and drinks. I had a coffee and went to see the famous Plaza Santa Ana which was really amazing. I took a load of photos and after 3 hours of walking went back to my holiday apartments Madrid.

Will tell you more about my Madrid travel experiences in another post, so stay tuned!