The places I visited in 2017 posed questions about who we are, where we fit in the sweep of history and why we all need to keep travelling.
Author: Travels Beyond Behind
My name’s Christopher Grinbergs and this blogs brings together various aspects of my professional life: following a degree in French, I trained as a journalist before moving in to Higher Education. I’ve worked on and researched international projects with my PhD (July 2016) looking at European Higher Education Policy and how the EU uses its fund to build influence & networks. I’ve therefore travelled throughout my studies and professional life; I am currently looking to tour around all 53 countries in Europe but have only go to 22, so far.
Front of the Queue in Budapest
At the end of my trip around Eastern Countries, Budapest reveals much about the history, beauty & warmth of the former East.
Strictly Students: Dancing Czech Style
People can think Prague & the Czech Republic are in Eastern Europe: these travel tips show that the city is a distinctive, central European capital.
“My chains fell off”: Nowa Huta & the Push for Polish Freedom
The churches & buildings of the Nowa Huta suburb of Krakow reveal much about the modern history of Poland, making an interesting addition to any visit.
Berlin: The Receding Cloud of Shame
Nearly 3 decades after the fall of the Berlin Wall, physical scars of the Cold War can still be seen in the German capital. In the first piece in a series about East meeting West, I reflect on how the tourist can see historic & modern Berlin.
Travel Tips: Ljubljana & Slovenia
Slovenia has to be one of my best holidays ever: here are my tips for this beautiful country.
Edinburgh 2017: Reflecting on big questions & storytelling
Reflections on shows from a trip to the 2017 Edinburgh Fringe.
Travel Tips: Mostar & Herzegovina
Beautiful Bosnia & Herzegovina : recommendations for Mostar & surrounding Herzegovina.
Travel Tips: Dubrovnik, Split & Kotor
Travel Tips for the spectacular Dalmatian Coast between Dubrovnik and Split.
Travel Tips: Edinburgh
For those off to Edinburgh for the fringe, here are some tips for where to eat, visit & look for the the best shows.
Travels Beyond & Behind 
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