Croatia and Slovenia were just lovely. Our Day Trip to parts of Bosnia and Herzegovina was an appetiser to indulge more of the Balkan States in the near future. And as we moved up North, we capped our adventure with some “La Dolce […]
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2017 Christmas Mediterranean Cruise And Private Tours
For families wanting total relaxation and freedom from hosting during the Christmas season, a cruise is an ideal way to unwind together. Our friends from Travel People http://www.travelpeople.com.ph/ made our arrangements on board Costa Diadema. Majority of their crew were Filipinos so we all felt […]

Discovering Roots in Genova (Day 6 Christmas Cruising 2017)
Stories of our Justiniani Family tracing back to our Italian Roots was always amusing. Sure, my mom and her siblings could pass as Italians with their fine bone structure and striking heights – and photos of my dashing Grandfather could definitely solidify the hopeful premise. […]

When in Roma – Alla Rampa (Day 5 Christmas Cruising 2017)
An exciting mix of haunting ruins, awe-inspiring art and vibrant street life, Italy’s capital is one of the most romantic and inspiring cities. […]

Exploring Palermo, Sicily (Day 4 Christmas Cruising 2017)
We commissioned a local cab driver to drive us to Monreale and around Palermo for a day. It cost us Euro200 (7pax) for a whole Half Day City Tour. We cruised at leisure through Palermo’s bustling landmarks then parted ways at the Piazza Verdi for […]

Cagliari, Sardinia’s Fascinating Capital (Day 3 Christmas Cruising 2017)
Picturesque historical districts with sea views, elegant shopping streets and panoramic terraces, including the bastione di Santa Croce, a great place for a romantic evening after a fiery sunset. Cagliari is Sardinia’s main and most populous city, at the centre of an urban area that counts […]

Cruising the Baltic Seas Aboard the Regal Princess
Our Scandinavian Adventure was two years in the making. Initially, we were discouraged to take a Cruise because of days wasted at sea and the inevitable 2D stop in St. Petersburg, which we’ve done back in May 2011 (https://whereintheworldispennyk.com/category/europe/russia/). Our travel days were limited […]

The Berlin Rush
Berlin is at the same time east and west, old and new, beautiful and ugly, trendy and budget – definitely interesting and for all tastes! Even if for many people, it’s not love at first sight, a taste of this city will surely be engaging. […]

Cruising by Oslo
Cruised back to Oslo. Ventured the City via HOHO with the whole family this time. A great way to explore the city at our own pace. Our boat’s view as we docked by the Bygdoy Peninsula. The peninsula is mainly a residential area, but in […]

The Fuss About Copenhagen, Denmark
I now understand why they say Copenhagen is the happiest city on earth. Cobbled, bike-friendly streets, colourful town houses, art galleries, flea and food markets coupled with cozy cafes and vintage stores make up a pretty cool back drop. All conveniently within its compact […]

Camp Reviews: Linyanti Reserve, Botswana
Linyanti Concession The Linyanti ecosystem and the Chobe ecosystem are interconnected, and provide a pathway for large numbers of wildlife between the Okavango and Chobe. It is renowned for the number of elephants which pass through the area in the winter months and world’s second […]

Camp Reviews: Jao Concession At The Okavango Delta, Botswana
The Jao Concession is situated in the north-western area of the Okavango Delta, just below the pan handle, whilst the Moremi Game Reserve forms the eastern boundary. Some 60,000 hectares in size, with maximum guest occupancy of 48 people, it encompasses deep blue channels, lagoons, emerald-green floodplains […]