A half hour outside of Gdańsk lies one of the most significant pieces of medieval architecture in Europe. Sitting on a total of 21 hectares, Malbork Castle is by land mass the largest Gothic castle complex in the world and the largest brick castle in Europe. It was built in the late 13th century, and... Continue Reading →
Kraków isn't just Poland’s most popular destination. It’s a city that effortlessly balances a heavy past with a buzzing, modern present. From the medieval charm of the Old Town, encircled by the serene Planty park, to the trendy, history-steeped streets of the Kazimierz Jewish Quarter, there is a rhythm here that captures everyone. Best of... Continue Reading →
The second stop on my Polish adventure was Warsaw, Poland's capital and largest city. Nearly entirely decimated during the Second World War, you won't find as much "old world" charm here as you would in other Polish cities like Kraków, but that doesn't mean you won't feel the history throughout the city. From the cobblestone... Continue Reading →
An important seaport city on the Baltic coast, Gdańsk has been a contested area throughout history. Early Gdańsk was part of the Polish state, but was annexed by Prussia and later incorporated into the German empire in 1871. From 1807-1814 and 1920-1939, it operated as a free city-state known as the Free City of Danzig.... Continue Reading →
If you've traveled at all through Central Europe, there's a good chance you've had a connection through Frankfurt Airport (FRA), the fifth busiest airport in Europe. I had been through it a few times before, en route to other destinations like Rome and Vienna, but never left the airport. When I booked my getaway to... Continue Reading →
In early December I took a trip to Poland. I have Polish ancestry on my dad's side, so the trip was a bit of a heritage exploration trip for me. I've also always had an interest in World War II history, and hit a ton of historical sites and museums throughout my ten days in... Continue Reading →
You may know Boston for the historic sites that make up its core - the Freedom Trail that weaves through the downtown and north end up into Charlestown - but Boston's Seaport District offers a distinctly different Boston experience. The Seaport District of Boston lies across the Fort Point Channel from Downtown Boston. It's a... Continue Reading →
As a city with a large German population in its early days, it's no surprise that Cincinnati, Ohio has a rich history of brewing. Brewers built lagering cellars and tunnels throughout the city's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood, building a brewing empire that lasted until the Prohibition era sent many of them out of business. With the craft... Continue Reading →
In 2025 I took a little summer long weekend getaway to Cincinnati to attend the Cincinnati Open tennis tournament. As a tennis fan, this one had been on my bucket list for a while, and with newly renovated grounds for 2025, it was the perfect time to go and experience this world-class tennis event. About... Continue Reading →
This past summer I traveled to Cincinnati, Ohio for the first time. It was a tennis trip, with my primary goal being to attend the Cincinnati Open held just outside of Cincinnati in Mason, Ohio. I added on about two full days of time for exploring the city as well. Cincy is an interesting blend... Continue Reading →
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