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Aug 17, 2018

A day in Paris with CLUSE

Cluse watch and Eiffel Tower in the distance

Paris is one of the most inspirational cities I know. It’s art, design, fashion, architecture and lifestyle are something I’m always looking forward to when there. That’s the reason I am trying to visit Paris at least once per year. I’m getting so much inspiration for my projects and am always coming back home filled with new creative energy. So, here is how I’ve spent a day in Paris with CLUSE. Paris is always a good idea! Audrey Hepburn’s famous quote is describing so well my feelings towards that beautiful city. There are so many amazing museums, buildings and art…

Jul 27, 2018

Saint Petersburg: Ultimate Travel Guide

Saint Pete, Venice of the North or just Pete, there are so many names by which Russian cultural capital is known by. Filled with beautiful baroque and classical buildings, it is a city of art and culture. The city where you can feel history on every single corner. During a week I’ve spent there visiting my friends I had enough time to explore the city, its surroundings, meet some of its citizens and try some of its great food. So, here is my ultimate travel guide to Saint Petersburg with everything you need to know about that beautiful city. Saint…

Jul 06, 2018

Day trip from Amsterdam to Bruges

The Netherlands is a small country which makes it easy to go on a day trip to Germany or Belgium while there. One of my favourite destinations for a short trip from Amsterdam is definitely a cute picturesque town of Bruges. After going to this trip a few times already, here is a guide on how to organise a day trip from Amsterdam to Bruges. Day trip from Amsterdam to Bruges How to get there *Train – A train connection between the Netherlands and Belgium is quite good. However, to get to Bruges you’ll need to first catch a train…

Jun 29, 2018

Grand Duchy of Luxembourg – Ultimate Travel Guide

With around 600,000 people living in it, Grand Duchy of Luxembourg is one of the smallest countries in Europe. Situated between Belgium, Germany and France it’s influenced by all of them. Although a small country, there are so many interesting places to see there. So, here is my Ultimate Travel Guide to Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, with the best things to do while there. Grand Duchy of Luxembourg – Ultimate Travel Guide Luxembourg has a great combination of beautiful nature, old towns, medieval castles, rich culture and great cuisine. When I was there I really felt like I was in…

Jun 22, 2018

Colouring Postcards ‘Dutch Symbols’

As you already know, here in the Culture Tourist we’re all about combining art and travel together. About getting the right experiences when you’re travelling, learning about local art and culture. A part that’s quite important to me when travelling is getting the right souvenir back home with me. Something that’s locally produced, that has a meaning and a connection with a destination. That’s why I’ve started designing these colouring postcards. So you can learn about local tradition and culture through a nice souvenir you can send to your friends and family or just keep to yourself. Dutch Symbols The…

Jun 05, 2018

Literary Guide to Amsterdam

With its picturesque canals and canal houses Amsterdam was a source of inspiration to numerous writers. And by being one of the most important printing centres during the history, city definitely has a lot to offer to book lovers. So, here is a Literary Guide to Amsterdam with book stores, walking tour and places to see during your visit to Amsterdam. Literary Guide to Amsterdam # – Book stores There are so many great book stores in Amsterdam, it’s hard to chose only a few to mention here. Majority of really nice ones are around the Spui Square. There are…