Memories of Riga Latvia (almost nada) So here I am back on the bus, now heading to Riga Latvia. I only had a short layover here and it was raining but I did get to see Latvian Academy of Sciences – an absolutely oppressive building, the HUGE TV Tower and wandered around the market that fills at … [Read more...]
Memories of Pärnu Estonia
Unfortunately I didn’t have much time here but the area I was in, was very simple and quant. I was able to easily walk around and check out the sites. Saw the monuments, statues and even a few parks. Got out to the beach which would be a great swimming/sunbathing spot - if it wasn’t cold and rainy … [Read more...]
Memories of Tallinn Estonia
Great Airbnb, super close to the Ferry Port, up and over Linnahall (built in 1980 for the Moscow Summer Olympics now a Ghost Town) and to the right, five minutes, also just 10 min more to the Old City. Most of the outer walls are still intact making for a wonderful “feel” to the area. The ancient … [Read more...]
Memories of Helsinki Finland
I find the words are much harder to decipher and I actually think they are just messing with the rest of the world with their spellings (I would) - LOL. Oh and a casual observation, the Mohawk is not dead for men, plus the ripped jeans/exposed kneecap is extremely popular with the ladies. Maybe this … [Read more...]
Memories of Stockholm Sweden
I took very fast train, 417km from Oslo to Stockholm. Left in the rain (got soaking wet, damn it) and ended in beautiful sunny weather. Arrived at the train station and it’s a bit confusing because of all the construction, but found the subway, bought a 72 hour pass and a local/free map. Found a … [Read more...]