10 Things About Germany – Part II

A couple of weeks ago (at least), I started off with a list of 5 things you need to know about Germany – that you might not otherwise expect. After writing such an epic piece, I was then so excited about continuing that I promptly forgot, and would never have remembered again in fact, only that a friend wrote me on Twitter the other day asking what was up with the rest of the article. Indeed.   So here we go, this episode I’m going to hit... Read More

Good Points – But How Good?! Part I

My only picture for bmi...note I haven't seen a plane look like this since easily mid-2005... Being something of a frequent traveller (considering my age and that I’ve no company paying for this frequent travel), I’ve always been a bit free and easy when it comes to signing up for any ‘loyalty’ scheme that was offered, be it the Emirates reward program – which I subsequently forgot to actually send the application form off for – to... Read More

It’s Hannover Zoo

The bank holiday weekend here in Germany saw us travel north up to Hannover, to visit Anna’s relatives and also to see the many sights of Hannover – since we were seriously rushed the last time we stayed. Since we were staying with family this time, there was no need for us to chance our arm again with any of the many hotels in Hannover.   Oh dear... Regarding what exactly to do while in Hannover, the word on the strasse holds that Hannover... Read More