Adventure

Warsaw, Poland

I have mixed feelings about Warsaw, there were times when I felt very uneasy more so when I was being squashed on the tram heading into the city. Once I arrived I did manage to fight my way off the moving sardine can and have a wander around, I managed to find a quiet spot away from the hustle and bustle to grab a really quick shot of the "palace of culture" before my hands turned to ice.

I very quickly became so cold it started to physically hurt, bearing in mind it was -3/4, so I decided it was time to find Starbucks, not only did I need to warm up, but I wanted to buy the Polish mug for my collection.

Once I finally warmed up I decided to brave the cold again to go in search of the "old town". What a difference half an hour walk made, It really was like walking into a different country, just a shame the weather was the same. This part of the city is amazing, especially with all the Christmas lights and people generally having a great time. I think I lasted around an hour in the old town before I had to call an Uber and head back to the hotel. 

Vilvoorde, Belgium

Technically, this is my second visit to Vilvoorde but this is the first time I've had chance to have a good walk around and take in the local atmosphere, unfortunately for me it's a bank holiday here in Belgium so there really wasn't much happening. Even so, just walking among the beautiful architecture from the church and horse in the main square to gorgeous little town houses being highlighted by this amazing weather i got a real calming feeling even though i was kicking myself I didn't pack any shorts. Vilvoorde is well known for horse meat so looking forward to trying that.. watch this space.