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Langkawi

Langkawi is an archipelago of 99 islands off the northwestern coast of Peninsular Malaysia, in the state of Kedah, close enough to Thailand that a phone will roam across the border on the right boat ride. The main island holds the airport, the larger resorts, and the duty-free zone, with mangrove-lined limestone cliffs to the […]

Boston

Boston is the capital of Massachusetts and the largest city in New England, set on a natural harbor at the mouth of the Charles River. The historic core (Faneuil Hall, the Custom House, the Old North Church, the Old State House) sits within a tight walking radius, while Cambridge across the river holds Harvard and […]

Dubai

Dubai is the largest city in the United Arab Emirates, sitting on the southeast coast of the Persian Gulf. The skyline is anchored by the Burj Khalifa in Downtown Dubai, with Dubai Marina and Palm Jumeirah strung along the coast and the older trading district along Dubai Creek splitting Deira from Bur Dubai. Abu Dhabi […]

Bavaria

Bavaria is Germany‘s largest state by area, in the country’s southeast, bordering Austria and the Czech Republic. Munich is the capital. The land covers Alpine peaks in the south, the Danube valley in the middle, and the Franconian hills in the north, with a Catholic Baroque tradition visible in pilgrimage churches, abbeys, and the castles […]

Manhattan

Manhattan is one of the five boroughs of New York City, an island roughly 21.6 km long and 3.7 km at its widest, bordered by the Hudson, East, and Harlem rivers. It holds Central Park, Times Square, the Financial District, the Upper East and Upper West Sides, Midtown, and the cluster of supertall residential towers […]

Leipzig

Leipzig is the largest city in Saxony, sitting about 190 kilometres southwest of Berlin and 110 kilometres northwest of Dresden. The historic centre is compact, anchored by the Markt at one end and the Hauptbahnhof at the other, with Augustusplatz, the Thomaskirche, and the Nikolaikirche all inside a 15 minute walk of each other. The […]

Berlin

Berlin is the capital of Germany, a city of about 3.7 million spread across the Spree and Havel rivers. The historic centre sits in the Mitte district, where the Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag, Berlin Cathedral, and Museum Island cluster within a 30 minute walk of each other. The TV Tower on Alexanderplatz, at 368 metres, is […]

Split

Split is the second-largest city in Croatia and the unofficial capital of Dalmatia, set on a peninsula on the Adriatic coast. The historic core was built into Diocletian’s Palace, the retirement complex of the Roman emperor Diocletian, completed around 305 AD and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1979. The harbour is the […]

Singapore

Singapore is a city-state at the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula, home to about 5.9 million residents and the financial centre of Southeast Asia. The skyline is defined by Marina Bay, with Marina Bay Sands and Gardens by the Bay a short walk from the colonial-era Civic District. The climate is equatorial, warm and […]

Bucharest

Bucharest is the capital of Romania, set on the Dâmbovița river in the southern part of the country. In the interwar period it was called the “Little Paris of the East” for its Belle Époque boulevards, and that fabric still sits next to Communist-era blocks and modern glass. The city is defined by the massive […]

Milan

Milan is Italy‘s financial and design capital, anchored by a 14th-century Gothic cathedral and a centro storico compact enough that the Duomo, the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, and the Sforza Castle all sit within a 20 minute walk of each other. The Porta Nuova business district to the north has reshaped the skyline with the […]

Wroclaw The Travel Photography Guide Last updated: 23 April 2026written by Daria…

Wroclaw The Travel Photography Guide Last updated: 23 April 2026written by Daria Trinkhaus, photography by Nico Trinkhaus The most beautiful places in Wrocław – a guide by a local and a photographer Wrocław is a popular city for weekend trips or longer stays. You can find dozens of articles online listing the “Top 20 places to […]

Poznan The Travel Photography Guide Last updated: 17 April 2026written by Daria…

Poznan The Travel Photography Guide Last updated: 17 April 2026written by Daria Trinkhaus, photography by Nico Trinkhaus A guide to the five most interesting places in Poznan to visit and photograph. In this guide to Poznan, you’ll read about the five most interesting places to visit. You’ll learn about the city’s most important historical facts and […]

Italy The Travel Photography Guide Last updated: 31 March 2026written by Daria…

Italy The Travel Photography Guide Last updated: 31 March 2026written by Daria Trinkhaus, photography by Nico Trinkhaus This guide proposes a plan for a road trip through Italy. You will find not only recommendations for cities worth visiting, but also information on the best time of year and time of day to discover Italy’s hidden gems. […]

Lisbon The Travel Photography Guide Last updated: 19 January 2026 written by…

Lisbon The Travel Photography Guide Last updated: 19 January 2026 written by Daria Trinkhaus, photography by Nico Trinkhaus Lisbon is our home. Even though we have been living in a small town on the coast for some time now, Lisbon is still the centre of our lives. However, the capital of Portugal was not love at […]

Germany The Travel Photography Guide Last updated: 23 October 2025written by Nico…

Germany The Travel Photography Guide Last updated: 23 October 2025written by Nico Trinkhaus From Berlin’s buzzing cityscapes to Bavaria’s fairytale nature, Germany unfolds as a country of history and renewal perfect for travel photography. For me, the country embodies the essence of Europe. Germany is both somewhat unified and extremely diverse. I often had to […]

Sofia: Your Complete City Story Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, place where…

Sofia: Your Complete City Story Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, place where the Orthodox domes rise above modern cafés and ancient ruins lie next to busy streets. This city rests quietly beneath the slopes of Vitosha Mountain. It is a city of contrasts. While it is not as famous as Paris or Rome, Sofia has […]

Madrid: The Pulse of Spain Madrid isn’t just the capital of Spain—it’s…

Madrid: The Pulse of Spain Madrid isn’t just the capital of Spain—it’s the pulse that animates the country’s history, culture, and everyday magic. For the curious and thoughtful soul with a love for photography and storytelling, Madrid offers something deeper than a typical tourist checklist. It’s a city where past and present intersect in golden-hour […]

London: where past meets present Start your visit to London with one…

London: where past meets present Start your visit to London with one of its most majestic vistas: The Mall, the ceremonial road that leads directly to Buckingham Palace. Framed by Union Jack flags and flanked by St. James’s Park, this grand avenue culminates at the gates of the Queen’s official residence. It’s a sight that […]

Prague: City of a Hundred Spires Ever dreamed of photographing a city…

Prague: City of a Hundred Spires Ever dreamed of photographing a city where every corner feels like a movie set, and golden light spills over rooftops older than entire countries? Welcome to Prague. In this travel photography guide to Prague, we’re going beyond postcard views. This is a journey through cobblestone alleys, secret courtyards, dramatic […]

Florence Photography Travel Guide Renowned for its rich history, unmatched art, and…

Florence Photography Travel Guide Renowned for its rich history, unmatched art, and amazing architecture, Florence, Italy, is among the most fascinating towns on earth. Florence, sometimes known as the Renaissance’s cradle, is more than just a city with great architecture and artwork. Over millennia, this city’s customs, clothes, and culture have shaped the globe. Florence […]

Zakopane: winter wonderland Zakopane, a little town at the base of the…

Zakopane: winter wonderland Zakopane, a little town at the base of the Tatra Mountains. Attracting visitors eager to discover its stunning scenery, rich history, and exciting outdoor adventures. Poland’s winter capital boasts a population of about 27,000 people. From panoramic views from Gubałówka hill to hiking across the snow-covered Strążyska Valley, my trip to Zakopane […]

The Tuscany in Italy When people think of Tuscany, they often imagine…

The Tuscany in Italy When people think of Tuscany, they often imagine rolling hills covered with vineyards and olive groves. They imagine charming villages and towns and, of course, fantastic marble monuments surrounded by groups of tourists. While all this is true of Tuscany, many people don’t realize how much more it offers. Every trip […]

Qatar – its history, culture and present day by Daria Trinkhaus  …

Qatar – its history, culture and present day by Daria Trinkhaus   Qatar has gained fame over the past year mainly due to the FIFA 2022 games taking place there. In truth – Qatar is the first Muslim country to host the World Cup in the world. What we have noticed over the past few […]

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