Visiting the Roman Forum is one of the highlights of any trip to Rome. This area was the heart of the Roman Empire. Here, the senate took decisions that affected people as far away as Britain and Syria. The Romans gathered here to hear news about the Empire. Triumphal processions took place here. However, when you visit the Forum now, you find mostly piles of old stones. Without a good guidebook, you might even wonder why this place is so important. However, if you come well prepared and you know what you are looking at, the Roman Forum can come alive and your visit will be much more...

Segovia is one of the highlights of any visit to the center of Spain. It is perfect for a daytrip from Madrid or to use as a base to discover the surroundings. I really like Segovia, not only because it is a beautiful city with a rich history, but also because it is a very pleasant city. You won't find too many of the big tour groups that make a visit to other cities like Toledo less fun. Of course, you find some tourist shops, but not too many. The city center is still inhabited by Segovians and I just love the atmosphere of the town. There are many things to see in the city, and this...