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  • The island of cats

    The island of cats

    In a previous post I called Cyprus the island of Aphrodite. However, the truth is that Cyprus could easily be called the island of cats. Legend says that Cyprus was gradually overtaken by poisonous snakes therefore, Saint Helen brought to the island cats to minimise the population of snakes. Centuries later, there are probably more […]

    Lydia M.

    August 8, 2020
    Photo adventures
    #cats, #cyprus, #photography, #photostories, #travel, #traveler, #travelphotography, #travelstories, #travelwriter, #wanderlust, #writer, #writing
  • Bright night

    Bright night

    One thing that I love in big cities is that they never go to sleep. At daytime one can easily explore and discover the many different attractions, parks and historical places. The streets are booming with boisterous and cheerful tourists. However, night does not mean darkness and silent streets. The cities are still lively and […]

    Lydia M.

    August 5, 2020
    Photo adventures
    #photography, #photostories, #solotraveling, #travel, #traveler, #travelphotography, #travelstories, #travelwriter, #wanderlust, #writer, #writing
  • Green and other colours

    Green and other colours

    As a child I always loved nature. I grew up in the countryside and my home was surrounded by wheat fields and olive groves. However, Cyprus is a relatively dry land thus, when I visit other countries I love exploring their natural parks and natural reserves. I love how colourful nature can be. It is […]

    Lydia M.

    August 4, 2020
    Photo adventures
    #nature, #park, #photography, #photostories, #travel, #traveler, #travelphotography, #travelstories, #travelwriter, #wanderlust, #writer, #writing
  • Streets

    Streets

    Being in an unfamiliar city can be scary. People are different, food is different, lifestyle is different and finding your way can be complicated. However, I believe the best way to explore a new place is by getting lost. Walking around the streets of different cities not only it allows you to discover new places, […]

    Lydia M.

    August 2, 2020
    Photo adventures
    #photography, #photostories, #streets, #travel, #traveler, #travelphotography, #travelstories, #travelwriter, #wanderlust, #writer, #writing
  • Chapels, Churches, and Cathedrals

    Chapels, Churches, and Cathedrals

    Cyprus is one of the first Christian countries and until today Christianity is the dominant religion on the island. Thus, Cyprus is still a very traditional country. But, an interesting fact is the integration of the original culture and rituals of ancient religions with Christianity. Perhaps because it was one of the first Christian communities, […]

    Lydia M.

    August 1, 2020
    Photo adventures
    #photography, #photostories, #travel, #traveler, #travelguide, #travelphotography, #travelstories, #travelwriter, #wanderlust, #writer, #writing
  • The island of Aphrodite

    The island of Aphrodite

    South Europe is known for the classical history of the once great ancient Greeks and Romans. Their great achievements are admired worldwide with millions of tourists visiting every day the well-known monuments of Acropolis and Colosseum. But today, instead of praising the greatness of Greece and Italy, I would like to introduce the birthplace of […]

    Lydia M.

    July 31, 2020
    Photo adventures
    #cyprus, #photography, #photostories, #travel, #traveler, #travelguide, #travelphotography, #travelstories, #travelwriter, #wanderlust, #writer, #writing
  • Sunshine and Ice-cream

    Sunshine and Ice-cream

    The first things we usually think about England are the rain, the red buses and red telephone booths, the brick-houses and the Queen. It probably never crosses in our minds that in summer people can relax at long beautiful beaches, sunbath in the sun and cool down with an ice-cream. It is quite funny how […]

    Lydia M.

    July 30, 2020
    Photo adventures, Travel Guides
    #england, #photography, #photostories, #travel, #traveler, #travelguide, #travelphotography, #travelstories, #travelwriter, #uk, #wanderlust, #writer, #writing
  • Empty island

    Empty island

    Abandoned places have a unique ambience. They can be scary and creepy, yet exciting. When exploring an abandoned building everything suddenly looks suspicious. A key, a chair, a poster or a piano. You can’t help yourself but think questions such as why, what, when or how. But, that’s why it’s so exciting. You never know […]

    Lydia M.

    July 28, 2020
    Photo adventures
    #crete, #greece, #photography, #photostories, #travel, #traveler, #travelguide, #travelphotography, #travelstories, #travelwriter, #wanderlust, #writer, #writing
  • Choo-Choo

    Choo-Choo

    Growing up in a small island I never used a train, the underground or a tram. Whenever I say to my international friends that the only public transport in Cyprus are buses they see me as if I am a cave-person. When I saw the train for the first time I was so excited. I […]

    Lydia M.

    July 27, 2020
    Photo adventures
    #photography, #photostories, #trains, #travel, #traveler, #travelphotography, #travelstories, #travelwriter, #urban, #wanderlust, #writer, #writing
  • Mermaids and dolphins

    Mermaids and dolphins

    It is no secret that I love the sea. Coming from Cyprus summer always meant blue sea, sunny days and watermelons. I never realised that not everyone went to the beach or collected sea shells during summer. Only when I lived abroad in colder countries, and countries that didn’t even have sea I realised that […]

    Lydia M.

    July 25, 2020
    Photo adventures
    #photography, #photostories, #sea, #summer, #travel, #traveler, #travelphotography, #travelstories, #travelwriter, #wanderlust, #writer, #writing
  • Castles

    Castles

    As children we grow up with beautiful stories of princesses, princes and enormous castles. One of my favourite stories as a child was Cinderella. Perhaps because she went from nothing to having everything that she ever wished for. I was also always fascinated by the majestic castles of fairy tales. Therefore, something that I love […]

    Lydia M.

    July 24, 2020
    Photo adventures
    #castles, #europe, #photography, #photostories, #travel, #traveler, #travelphotography, #travelstories, #travelwriter, #wanderlust, #writer, #writing
  • A Journey through English

    For those whose first language is not English, I’m sure you all remember the very first time you had to speak in English. It feels weird, and it’s as if you are becoming a completely different person. Mind you that happens with every new language you learn. But since English is the international language, it’s […]

    Lydia M.

    July 23, 2020
    Travel Stories
    #diary, #english, #journal, #memoirs, #shortstories, #travel, #traveler, #travelstories, #travelwriter, #wanderlust, #writer, #writing
  • Rivers

    Rivers

    I grew up on an island meaning that I have always been surrounded by water. However, most of the rivers of Cyprus have dried up a long time ago. My country gradually is becoming like a desert. Many tourists love it because it’s hot yet, anyone can soak into the sea and cool down. They […]

    Lydia M.

    July 20, 2020
    Photo adventures
    #photography, #photostories, #solotraveling, #travel, #traveler, #travelphotography, #travelstories, #travelwriter, #wanderlust, #writer, #writing
  • Cloudy Days

    Cloudy Days

    Most people prefer a beautiful clear blue sky. Similarly, I agree that sunny days are the best for both relaxing and exploring. Yet, back in my home country cloudy days were rare. So, rain was always welcomed. At some point, living in the UK I came to despise cloudy and rainy days. Undoubtedly, everyone feels […]

    Lydia M.

    July 12, 2020
    Photo adventures
    #clouds, #photography, #photostories, #solotraveling, #travel, #traveler, #travelphotography, #travelstories, #travelwriter, #wanderlust, #writer, #writing
  • Summer Vibes

    Summer Vibes

    Summer is a little bit late this year considering everything that happened are still happening in this world. But it’s time to get into it don’t you think? To celebrate summer here are some summer photos from different parts of the world!

    Lydia M.

    July 9, 2020
    Photo adventures
    #photography, #photostories, #sea, #solotraveling, #summer, #travel, #traveler, #travelphotography, #travelstories, #travelwriter
  • A sense of belonging

    A sense of belonging

    When travelling, people are often on a journey of discovering or on an adventure into the unknown to explore, understand, see, do, or taste. But no matter how much someone loves being on the road, there are times one would feel nostalgia, homesickness, or misplaced. For anyone in this world, home emits feelings of belonging, […]

    Lydia M.

    April 22, 2020
    Travel Stories
    #hostel, #memoirs, #solotraveling, #travel, #traveler, #travelstories, #travelwriter, #wanderlust, #writer, #writing
  • Colours of Portugal

    Colours of Portugal

    A few years back I had the chance to spend a day in the capital of the beautiful and colourful Portugal. I was flying to Accra, Ghana, however I had a stop for 18 hours in Lisbon. I arrived at Lisbon in the evening so I was able to explore the city during the night […]

    Lydia M.

    March 23, 2020
    Photo adventures, Travel Stories
    #diary, #europe, #journal, #photography, #photostories, #portugal, #travel, #traveler, #travelphotography, #travelstories, #travelwriter, #wanderlust, #writer, #writing
  • Exploring home

    We are currently living in difficult and stressful times, feeling worried whether we have enough toilet paper or not for the next month. Everyone knows by now that many countries all over Europe are locked down so many travellers are stuck outside of their own homes or are stuck in their small hometowns feeling suffocated […]

    Lydia M.

    March 17, 2020
    Travel Stories
    #cyprus, #diary, #journal, #memoirs, #travel, #traveler, #travelstories, #travelwriter, #wanderlust, #writer, #writing
  • Lock down

    Dear friends and fellow travellers, I know that we all love travelling and for those who live abroad like myself I understand the stress of being away from your loved ones BUT please stay home. Travelling is beautiful but we always need to be considered no matter the situation. I see a lot of people […]

    Lydia M.

    March 15, 2020
    Travel Stories
    #besafe, #coronavirus, #health, #safety, #stayhome, #travel, #traveler, #travelwriter, #writer, #writing
  • Oh London my London

    Oh London my London

    Whoever has travelled in the British capital or anywhere in Great Britain then is well aware of the gloomy whether and constant grey sky over the country. However, if you ever actually lived in this country then you know the best way to start a conversation is to complain of how miserable the weather is. […]

    Lydia M.

    March 9, 2020
    Travel Stories
    #england, #london, #travel, #traveler, #travelstories, #travelwriter, #wanderlust, Travel Stories
  • Perfect match

    Perfect match

    Since I was a kid, music has been a huge part of my life and until today no matter what I do, I love having music on the background. I think it always helps me keep my mind occupied and at the same time to concentrate. Of course it’s not only about the music, it’s […]

    Lydia M.

    March 2, 2020
    Travel Stories
    #diary, #journal, #love, #shortstories, #stories, #travel, #traveler, #travelstories, #travelwriter, #wanderlust, #writer, #writing, Travel Stories
  • A life full of choices

    Recently I moved to another country because of a new job opportunity that I was lucky to get. But unfortunately for the first time in my life I have been struggling greatly to adapt. Usually I easily get along with the people around me and I am a quick learner so I generally don’t have […]

    Lydia M.

    February 27, 2020
    Travel Stories
    #choices, #diary, #happiness, #immigrant, #journal, #livingabroad, #stories, #travel, #travelstories, #travelwriter, #writer, #writing, Travel Stories
  • Roller Coaster

    Roller Coaster

    Sometimes, I find myself looking back on the last few years and I realise how life is in fact a roller coaster ride that has more inversions than you can count. Often, I would hear the phrase “life is like a roller coaster” but only felt how truthful that is when I found myself stranded […]

    Lydia M.

    February 22, 2020
    Travel Stories
    #diary, #journal, #photography, #travel, #traveler, #travelphotography, #travelstories, #travelwriter, #wanderlust, #writer, #writing, Travel Stories
  • Of Flights and Love

    Of Flights and Love

    I guess I am a little bit late (like always) but Happy Valentine’s day! So, we just had Valentine’s day last Friday, and frankly, this whole weekend, if not week, should be all about love. You all know by now that this is a travel blog filled with stories from my travelling mishaps and adventures, […]

    Lydia M.

    February 18, 2020
    Travel Stories
    #diary, #journal, #love, #travel, #traveler, #travelstories, #travelwriter, #wanderlust, #writer, #writing, Travel Stories
  • Cyprus: Cape Greco

    Cyprus: Cape Greco

    It’s time for a photo story of my favourite place in the entire world! Cape Greco nowadays is a famous destination for sea lovers in Cyprus. But thirty to forty years ago, when my family dubbed this beautiful destination as “our” sea when we would go, there was absolutely no one. At this stunning place, […]

    Lydia M.

    February 2, 2020
    Photo adventures
    #cyprus, #island, #photography, #photostories, #sea, #travel, #traveler, #travelphotography, #travelstories, #travelwriter, #wanderlust, #writer, #writing
  • One person, a million stories

    One of the most beautiful things about travelling is meeting unique people. When on the road, you often get to meet others to share your stories and dreams. Undoubtedly, travelling is the best way to find yourself immersed in beautiful fairy-tales, inspirational life stories, or crazy adventures. And along the way, you create your own […]

    Lydia M.

    February 1, 2020
    Travel Stories
    #diary, #dreams, #inspiration, #journal, #memoirs, #travel, #traveler, #travelstories, #travelwriter, #wanderlust, #writer, #writing, w
  • Close your eyes and breath

    Close your eyes and breath

    Sometimes all you need is close your eyes and breath. A couple of years ago I had my first volunteering project in the majestic country of Switzerland. I was lucky enough that the project was located up in the mountains. The green landscapes with the snowy peaks as the background were absolutely mesmerising. And honestly […]

    Lydia M.

    January 18, 2020
    Photo adventures
    #photography, #photostories, #travel, #traveler, #travelphotography, #travelstories, #travelwriter, #wanderlust, #writer
  • Being a petite woman

    We are almost halfway to the end of the first month of 2020, and just three days ago, I finally moved back to the United Kingdom. It was not my first time moving to another country, but it was my first time moving by myself without any help. I admit my life has been a […]

    Lydia M.

    January 13, 2020
    Travel Stories
    #diary, #journal, #livingabroad, #shortstories, #solotraveling, #travel, #traveler, #travelstories, #wanderlust, #women, #writer, #writing, Travel Stories
  • The power of words

    The power of words

    When you’re travelling, you often encounter strangers that, with their stories, give you power. But only recently did I feel the real power of communication and speech. In the summer of 2019, I had the chance to participate in a volunteering project as a leader. Being responsible for a team that consisted of people from […]

    Lydia M.

    January 3, 2020
    Travel Stories
    #diary, #journal, #shortstories, #travel, #traveler, #travelstories, #volunteering, #wanderlust, #writer, #writing, Travel Stories
  • New Year, New Life

    New Year, New Life

    The year 2019 was full of ups and downs, but it was also a year of learning, discovering, and understanding. The last six months of 2019 were eye-opening to new possibilities and hope for a better future. A future of being truthful to myself and my dreams. After a long time, I decided to take […]

    Lydia M.

    January 1, 2020
    Travel Stories
    #2020, #inspiration, #newyear, #newyearresolution, #photography, #resolution, #travel, #traveler, #travelphotography, #travelstories, #wanderlust, #writer, #writing
  • Christmas Dinner

    Christmas Dinner

    Have you ever been invited to a Christmas dinner and thought, “Why am I here?”. Well, I have. While I was in the United Kingdom, my friend had somehow become good friends with an elderly lady who sat next to her on the train. She was a free-spirited lady with an outgoing personality and open-minded. […]

    Lydia M.

    December 28, 2019
    Travel Stories
    #christmas, #shortstories, #travel, #traveler, #travelstories, #wanderlust, #writer, #writing, Travel Stories
  • Sun, Sand and Sea

    Sun, Sand and Sea

    Christmas is right on the corner, and Santa is patiently waiting for the clock to ding his time for travelling across the globe and share happiness. But, I must admit that I already miss the sunshine on my skin, the sand on my feet, and the taste of the sea. As an islander, the summer […]

    Lydia M.

    December 21, 2019
    Photo adventures
    #crete, #photography, #photostories, #travel, #traveler, #travelphotography, #travelstories, #wanderlust, #writer, #writing
  • Cheers

    Cheers

    No matter where you’re from and whatever background you might have, a family is probably the best gift you’ll ever get. Growing in a big family, I always assumed that all families are big, supportive, and happy. On my various journeys across the world, I got to meet many families. Some were similar to my […]

    Lydia M.

    December 17, 2019
    Travel Stories
    #china, #family, #journal, #travel, #traveler, #travelstories, #wanderlust, #writer, #writing, Travel Stories
  • Magical Prague

    Magical Prague

    Although travel guides are the bible to travellers, undoubtedly photos give a little bit more of motivation to get that ticket to your dream destination.As I currently live in Brno, Czech Republic, I often venture to Prague for a weekend or a day trip. Nevertheless, the most majestic time to be in Prague is definitely […]

    Lydia M.

    December 16, 2019
    Photo adventures
    #christmas, #photography, #prague, #snow, #travel, #traveler, #travelphotography, #wanderlust, #winter
  • Explore and Discover Vienna

    Explore and Discover Vienna

    The city of music. The city of museums, palaces, and history. The city of art. Vienna is undoubtedly an ideal destination for exploring European architecture, art, music, and imperial history. Vienna is home to more than a hundred museums that exhibit art pieces that show the evolution of art throughout recent centuries. Moreover, as the […]

    Lydia M.

    December 13, 2019
    Travel Guides
    #photography, #travel, #traveler, #travelguide, #travelphotography, #vienna, #wanderlust
  • Explore and Discover Vienna: Museums

    Explore and Discover Vienna: Museums

    One would say that Vienna is the city of music. But as a traveller, I would say Vienna is the city of museums. There are over a hundred museums that can fulfil everyone’s desire to see and learn something new. Although there are plenty of museums that cover art, music, culture, history, and science, there […]

    Lydia M.

    December 11, 2019
    Travel Guides
    #austria, #guide, #museum, #tour, #travel, #traveler, #travelguide, #vienna, #wanderlust
  • Christmas in Brno

    Christmas in Brno

    Living abroad gives you the opportunity to explore and discover new places that soon can become your home. Brno is the second largest city in the Czech Republic and I’ve been residing in this beautiful city for the last three years. As I always loved Christmas, my favourite time in this city is none other […]

    Lydia M.

    December 9, 2019
    Photo adventures
    #brno, #christmas, #photography, #travel, #traveler, #travelphotography, #wanderlust, #winter, Travel Stories
  • Dreaming Again

    Dreaming Again

    While on the road, I often encountered people who, in one way or another, were working hard towards their dreams. Though one would wonder, what dreams really are. Dreams can have several definitions and synonyms. People no matter where they are from, what their occupation is or what their status is, they always dream of […]

    Lydia M.

    December 8, 2019
    Travel Stories
    #dreams, #inspiration, #shortstories, #solotraveling, #travel, #traveler, #travelstories, #wanderlust, #writer, #writing, Travel Stories
  • Being Anonymous

    Being Anonymous

    When traveling, you often get to see sights of considerable significance to the country. You get to learn about remarkable people that, in their own way, brought glory to their country. But I have to say, being anonymous sometimes feels more glorious than being someone. As a traveller, I often seize the joy and beauty […]

    Lydia M.

    December 4, 2019
    Travel Stories
    #diary, #journal, #shortstories, #solotraveling, #travel, #traveler, #travelstories, #wanderlust, #writer, #writing, Travel Stories
  • Into the Unknown

    Into the Unknown

    Travelers often encounter unexpected situations. The most thrilling moments, though, are when travellers get to explore unknown lands. In our modernized world, the term of an explorer is often misguided. After all, nowadays, before you travel to an “unknown” land, you already have all the information needed for exploring and discovering. Nonetheless, often, guidebooks do […]

    Lydia M.

    November 26, 2019
    Travel Stories
    #africa, #ghana, #nature, #travel, #traveler, #travelstories, #wanderlust, #writer, Travel Stories
  • Africa’s unique Canopy Walkway

    Africa’s unique Canopy Walkway

    Have you ever felt that thrilling feeling of getting lost in the unknown? As a traveller, I often encountered unexpected situations and explored unknown lands. But there was one moment that made me feel the wondrous feeling of being outside of my comfort zone. In 2017, I got the opportunity to participate in a project […]

    Lydia M.

    November 24, 2019
    Travel Guides, Travel Stories
    #adventure, #africa, #forest, #ghana, #photography, #travel, #traveler, #travelphotography, #travelstories, Travel Stories
  • The struggles of an introvert

    The struggles of an introvert

    In general, there are two types of people, attention seekers, and attention avoiders. I’ve always been part of the latter. I was always content being in the background and having a supporting role. As an introvert, I love having a simple life, and I don’t need much to be satisfied. Although even if I do […]

    Lydia M.

    November 21, 2019
    Travel Stories
    #china, #diary, #introvert, #journal, #shortstories, #tour, #travel, #traveler, #travelstories, #writer, #writing, Travel Stories
  • Dream. Explore. Discover.

    Dream. Explore. Discover.

    People often move abroad for educational, economic, or political reasons. Indeed, living abroad gives great opportunities both in daily and professional life. But today, I would like to explore the opportunities we gain from living abroad regarding discovering and learning. Currently, I live in the Czech Republic, and I have to say that it is […]

    Lydia M.

    November 15, 2019
    Photo adventures
    #czechrepublic, #photography, #shortstories, #solotraveling, #storiesofyesterday, #travel, #traveler, #travelphotography, #travelstories, #weekender, #writer, #writing, Travel Stories
  • Escapade to Prague

    Escapade to Prague

    Our world keeps changing and evolving constantly. Recently in this modern world, we often fall victim to fast life and routine. Travelling and vacations are what bring a little happiness to our lethal routine of life. But even so, we often wish for a short venture rather than a full week of holidays because they […]

    Lydia M.

    November 12, 2019
    Travel Guides
    #czechrepublic, #escapade, #guide, #photography, #prague, #solotraveling, #travel, #traveler, #travelphotography, #weekender
  • Happiness is the key

    Happiness is the key

    A smile can be a powerful tool. Although it’s an asset for happiness, it can also bring forward sadness, anger, or embarrassment. Globalization indeed created a world that often has no borders. Friendships and relationships now can easily be found everywhere because of mutual understanding. But often, there are moments of misunderstandings or awkwardness because […]

    Lydia M.

    November 11, 2019
    Travel Stories
    #culture, #happiness, #journal, #shortstories, #smile, #storiesofyesterday, #travel, #travelstories, #writer, #writing, Travel Stories
  • Expect the unexpected

    Expect the unexpected

    When travelling, we often face surprising situations. During my time in China, unexpectedly, my friend was required to go back to her work. She was needed as a translator for a guest from a Belgian company. And somehow, I ended up pretending to be a businesswoman. For three days, I was following my friend and […]

    Lydia M.

    November 10, 2019
    Travel Stories
    #china, #journal, #shortstories, #storiesofyesterday, #travel, #travelstories, #writer, #writing, Travel Stories
  • Snowfall

    Snowfall

    Travelling is all about experiencing new things. Cultures, customs, traditions, food, and lifestyle. In my case, during my first visit to Budapest, I got to experience winter.  Like everyone else, I associate snow with Christmas, Santa Claus, reindeers, decorative lights, and fresh-baked cookies. But during my time in Budapest in mid-January 2017, I got to […]

    Lydia M.

    November 9, 2019
    Photo adventures
    #budapest, #journal, #photography, #shortstories, #snow, #solotraveling, #storiesofyesterday, #travel, #travelphotography, #travelstories, #winter, #writer, #writing, Travel Stories
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