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• Brandenburg Gate

  

  Crossing the Brandenburg Gate several times, back and forth, without fear, without document checks, without any armed guards closely observing my every move, I... Read more

  Posted on 22 March 2012 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• The Secret Ingredients to My Favorite Catalonia Wine

  

  The secrets to my favorite Catalonia Wine are not so easy to replicate, which is what perhaps makes it so incredibly enjoyable. Read more

  Posted on 21 March 2012 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• Everything Easter at Viktualien Market in Munich

  

  The Easter bunny has arrived early at Viktualien Market in Munich's where he has generously dropped off Easter handicrafts. Read more

  Posted on 20 March 2012 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• My Chimpanzee Love Affair in Girona, Spain

  

  I swore I would never be the other woman, but everything went bananas after just one day of volunteering at MONA, a chimpanzee sanctuary located just outside... Read more

  Posted on 19 March 2012 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, DESTINATIONS, ENVIRONMENT, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• The Humble Knoedel – A German Staple

  

  The Knödel (dumpling in English) is a humble, yet highly revered food in Germany. The tennis size balls of stale bread or potatoes don’t sound particularly... Read more

  Posted on 15 March 2012 DESTINATIONS, FOOD & DRINK

• Silent Snake at Big Cypress National Preserve, Florida

  

  “The snake stayed in that exact same position for at least 20 minutes–I never saw it move other than flick its tongue out every few seconds,” says my friend... Read more

  Posted on 15 March 2012 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• Berlin Wall: A Photo Journey

  

  The Berlin Wall – I’ve waited almost two years to see it, so you can imagine my disappointment with its lackluster appearance when I finally did:My first... Read more

  Posted on 12 March 2012 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• Munich Skyline Photo

  

  Munich skyline taken from the 19th floor of a hospital/hotel (more on that later) in Arabella Park. An hour later Munich was covered in fog and you couldn’t... Read more

  Posted on 07 March 2012 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• The Secret to Catalonian Style Paella

  

  At the risk of being hunted down, I am sharing chef Lee Pennington’s secret to perfecting a paella – Catalonian style. Sorry, Lee, but you can’t expect to... Read more

  Posted on 06 March 2012 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• Why You Should Go Winter Hiking in the German Alps

  

  I love winter hiking. You might too once you see that there is a winter hike suitable for everyone. Your toned legs will thank you - once they stop burning! Read more

  Posted on 06 March 2012 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• How Making Friends is Like Dating

  

  I hate being single. I’m not speaking romantically, but being friendless, although making friends and dating do have a lot in common. Read more

  Posted on 05 March 2012 LIFE COACH

• A Photojourney to Besalu, Catalonia

  

  I hadn't heard of Besalú, until a few weeks ago, but this small medieval town is a perfect base for exploring Catalonia - not to mention has caramels on... Read more

  Posted on 01 March 2012 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• Crushing on Barcelona

  

  Barcelona, I have a huge crush on you! But we need to spend more time together. I feel like my crush was turning into something more, but then it was time to... Read more

  Posted on 29 February 2012 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• Calcotada: A Catalonia Gastronomical Event

  

  A Calçotada is a gastronomical event in Catalonia that equals both laughter and… bad breath! But what else would you expect from an event that is all about... Read more

  Posted on 26 February 2012 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• Salvador Dali – My New Neighbor

  

  Salvador Dali is my new neighbor – or at least he was for one magical day. He even invited me into his home which is as surreal as his artwork. Read more

  Posted on 21 February 2012 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• Masks of Carnival: A Photojourney

  

  The masks of carnival are one of my favorite parts of Carnival in Germany. Carnival officially begins on Nov 11th, but it doesn’t really ramp up until the... Read more

  Posted on 17 February 2012 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• Calçot Eating Contest in Catalonia

  

  Photo courtesy of Laia Solanellas, Wikimedia Commons.I have never eaten a calçot before. Until recently, I had never even heard of a calçot. Read more

  Posted on 14 February 2012 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• Germans Aren’t Romantic and Other Misconceptions

  

  German will probably never be known as “Die Sprache der Liebe,” “The language of love.” German men will likely never flirt with you as an Italian would, or... Read more

  Posted on 14 February 2012 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• Igloo Village – The Coolest Village On Earth?

  

  As I ducked my head and stepped into the first corridor of the igloo village I noticed it was warmer than outside. Soft pink and blue lights illuminated skiers... Read more

  Posted on 13 February 2012 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• My Inexperience of Eating Ethiopian Cuisine

  

  “Excuse me can I have a glass please?” I asked the server in German as she brought me a decanter of honey wine. She smiled, “I can bring you a wine glass, but... Read more

  Posted on 08 February 2012 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL