The cross seems heavy to bear

In Oct - Nov, 2016 I spent six weeks in Scandinavia (Norway mostly) and in countries of Western Europe. This was to be my roving introduction to the region. To a traveler, the time he visits always appear as an interesting time. Likewise with me! It was to do with Brexit, immigration crisis and the … Continue reading The cross seems heavy to bear →

You must go to Berlin

"You must go to Berlin" is a refrain we heard from Oslo to Budapest. Travelers and vagabonds swore by it. The itinerant European indicated a promise of a unique experience. The returning Israeli soldier insisted on how Berlin suited his travel (how its spirit suited him) in Europe hitting back after every leap … Continue reading You must go to Berlin →

Paris, in full faith

Paris was up next when Berlin's time was up on this tour of the European capitals. Then, the bus turned to Leipzig and onward to Amsterdam through the night until the morning broke over the Dutch landscapes and the autobahn cooling it off as it entered the Netherlands. The night was frantic on the German side … Continue reading Paris, in full faith →