• Travel

    Choosing Sicily in Winter

    After embarking on a little more than a two-week solo journey through Sicily, I’ve come to truly grasp the irresistible charm of this enchanting island. So, What led me to Sicily? I trace it back to the silver screen. The poignant masterpiece “Cinema Paradiso,” crafted by Giuseppe Tornatore and shot…

  • Travel

    Train From Rome to Sicily

    My eyes opened to the sounds of the squeal of train wheels on tracks, followed by the light hum of the motors. Distinct voices can be heard outside my window. I am on the train from Rome to Sicily. I checked my location on Google Maps and found us stopped…

  • Product review

    Best carry-on laptop luggage

    The need for a carry-on laptop luggage came about in December 2022 while in transit in Istanbul, I found myself lugging around a large, unbranded black backpack, a gift from my brother over a decade ago. While the backpack had dutifully accompanied me through various journeys, it had started showing…

  • Musings

    Do people still blog?

    Lately, the notion of the next chapter in my life has lingered, persistent and thought-provoking. As I approach 44 (a fact I had to calculate), I find myself questioning, if this is all there is? Why blog? For me, it’s a journey back to self. A few weeks ago, I…