An important seaport city on the Baltic coast, Gdańsk has been a contested area throughout history. Early Gdańsk was part of the Polish state, but was annexed by Prussia and later incorporated into the German empire in 1871. From 1807-1814 and 1920-1939, it operated as a free city-state known as the Free City of Danzig.... Continue Reading →
If you've traveled at all through Central Europe, there's a good chance you've had a connection through Frankfurt Airport (FRA), the fifth busiest airport in Europe. I had been through it a few times before, en route to other destinations like Rome and Vienna, but never left the airport. When I booked my getaway to... Continue Reading →
In early December I took a trip to Poland. I have Polish ancestry on my dad's side, so the trip was a bit of a heritage exploration trip for me. I've also always had an interest in World War II history, and hit a ton of historical sites and museums throughout my ten days in... Continue Reading →
Nestled between France, Belgium, and Germany is the country of Luxembourg. It might be one of the smallest countries in Europe, but is known for its strong economy and as a headquarters for many business and finance operations. It is also known for its rich culture and heritage, heavily influenced by its French and German... Continue Reading →
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