Author: Amber
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Venice
The last stop on my two-week Central Europe adventure: Venice. This city had been on my bucket list ever since I was little, listening to my mum’s stories about the romantic canals, the pasta, and the magic of getting lost among bridges and cobbled streets. Finally, I was here. We arrived in the late afternoon and…
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Lake Bled
Slovenia was one of the most beautiful places I have visited in Europe. Unfortunately, it was also where I was most unlucky. On the bus ride from Budapest to Ljubljana, Slovenia’s capital, I managed to lose my wallet – which contained my passport, ID, and bank cards. I didn’t realise my wallet was missing until…
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Budapest
We left Český Krumlov and arrived in Budapest in the early afternoon. Our first stop was the Dohány Street Synagogue — one of the largest in the world. The building’s Moorish Revival architecture was gorgeous, all stripes and domes and stained glass. From there, we strolled toward the heart of the city. We passed elegant boulevards and…
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Český Krumlov
We took a train from Prague to Český Krumlov and arrived mid-afternoon. After checking into our accommodation, we set off on our first wander through the village. I’ll be honest — I’d never even heard of Český Krumlov before this trip. And yet, from the moment we arrived, I was overwhelmed by how authentically Czech it felt.…
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Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins
Soft, sweet, and packed with melty chocolate chips — these banana muffins are my go-to when I have spotty bananas lying around. They’re quick to make, even better the next day, and perfect with a cup of coffee. Here’s the recipe I keep coming back to.
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Discovering My Royal Lineage: A Journey Through Queens, Castles, and Dynasties
I’ve always been fascinated by history — especially stories of queens, castles, and dynasties. But I never imagined those stories would be mine. After countless late nights and deep rabbit holes, I have traced my ancestry back to monarchs, noble houses, and historic power players across England, Ireland, Scotland, and Central Europe. These aren’t just names…
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Prague
We arrived in Prague in the evening after a long day of travel from Kraków. The sun was just starting to dip as we made our way into the city, and the streets were slowly filling with that early evening hum — locals heading home, tourists spilling out of hostels, trams rattling by. That night, we set out…
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Krakow
After our magical day in Wrocław, our group made the journey to Kraków — one of Poland’s most culturally rich and emotionally complex cities. It’s a place where stunning architecture, thriving food culture, and deep, painful history all exist side by side. We kicked off our time here with a walking tour along the Royal Route,…
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Wroclaw
After saying goodbye to Berlin, I hopped on a train with my new Intrepid group and made my way to Wrocław — a colourful city in southwest Poland that immediately charmed me with its blend of history, humour, and warmth. This was the first real day of our guided trip together, and I couldn’t have…
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Berlin
Berlin was the first stop on my two-week Central Europe tour. I chose to book this trip through Intrepid, using credit from my previously canceled Canadian tour. I was eager to experience travelling with a guide and a group of people around my age, and this seemed like the perfect opportunity.Berlin’s complex history is undeniable,…