Someone told me Castel Sant’Elmo (Castle Saint Elmo) has the best views of Naples. That’s true. I visited the castle today and have to say the views from the top are incredible. You can see the whole city stretching out below you in every direction. The Castel Sant’Elmo entry...
Caretaker Gazette Review: Are the Scam Allegations Warranted?
If you go online and look for an honest Caretaker Gazette review, you won’t find a lot to choose from. Despite the fact the publication has been available since 1983 and appears to have helped pair up a lot of people who need caretakers with people who need caretaker...
It’s Never Too Late to Change Your Life
You are never too old to change your life. I truly believe that. This morning, I woke up and stepped onto the terrace of the building where I am living and stared out over the Gulf of Naples. As I did so I realized how much my life has...
Farmacia v Parafarmacia: There’s a Big Difference
Today I learned the difference between a farmacia and a parafarmacia. Before I arrived in Italy, last week, I had no idea parafarmacias existed. I’d never encountered one before. I have since learned there are parafarmacias in the Canary Islands as well, but I don’t remember seeing any when...
The Maccheese Chicago Bulls Sandwich: A Must-Try Food in Naples
Today I ate a “Chicago Bulls”. It was pretty good, but it’s one of the most unusual sandwiches I’ve ever eaten—if sandwich is the right word. I was walking down a street in the centre of Naples and I passed a burger bar. At least, I thought it was...
The Desks I Left Behind Me (My Digital Nomad Life in 2018)
In July 2015, I left the UK and started a new life as a digital nomad. When you are constantly on the move your life changes in lots of ways. You meet a lot of interesting people, experience new places and cultures, and sleep in a lot of different...
I Got Given a Free Apple at Chisinau Airport! Why???
Earlier today, when I passed through passport control at Chisinau Airport, the man who checked my passport gave me a free apple. I’ve passed through a lot of customs checks and passport controls this year. Today was the first time I got given free fruit. It was quite a...
Chisinau: One of the Less Lively Capital Cities in Europe
I’ve spent nearly an entire month in Chisinau. Now I’m packing my bags again and getting ready to move on. I haven’t done much in my time in the Moldovan capital.Like anyone else, I have to work and spent most of my time sitting at my desk writing. I...
Why the Train Is the Best Way to Travel from Odessa to Chişinău (+ How to Buy a Ticket)
The best way to travel from Odessa Ukraine to Chişinău Moldova is with the train. Flying is too expensive and taking a bus takes too long. You may save €1 or so by taking the bus, but you are unlikely to be travelling in the same level of comfort...
Kwass: An East European Drink That’s Low In Alcohol But Strong In Flavour
Today I bought a bottle of kvass from the local supermarket. To the best of my knowledge, I’ve never had the beverage before and I wanted to try a traditional Eastern European drink. Kvass is an alcoholic drink but the amount of alcohol it provides is quite low, typically...