Things to do in Lebanon

East definitely meets west in Lebanon. If you want to visit the Middle East, this is by far the country I recommend starting with. Byblos (Jbeil) I have to start here because this is my favorite part of Lebanon. It is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world (since 5000 BC). I…

First visit to Scandinavia – Copenhagen

I thoroughly enjoyed my time on my first visit to a Scandinavian country. I spent 5 days there and it seemed to me that 5 days to a week would be enough to get a proper feel for the city and country. Having said that though, I know I will be back, if only just…

Independence Day in Lichtenstein

What are the odds for someone to randomly end up in the 6th smallest country in the world on its Independence Day? 1 in 365. Not bad. Not bad at all. I was visiting some good friends in Zurich and had a half day off while they were working. They had another friend staying over…