Going Places

Hello Hello Hello, It’s been a while since I’ve had a chance to write—work has kept me busy with extra responsibilities. But while writing took a back seat, I had the chance to travel more. In 2024, I spent over a month in Singapore, and… this city has truly captured my heart. So much so that I’m seriously considering whether we should live there for a few years. My husband is understandably nervous because when I start thinking about something, well... let’s just say it has a tendency to happen. I’ve been reflecting on why I like it so much. Sure, the weather is a happy escape from Berlin’s endless grey winters, though the humidity can also be hard. My hair clearly doesn’t belong here. I look like Hermione in the first Harry Potter movie.  Maybe it’s the easy-going lifestyle, the amazing food, or the warmth of its multicultural vibe. Right now, I’m sipping a Tiger Beer by the riverside at Clarke Quay—a lively promenade filled with bars, restaurants, and good vibes. And as I s...

Hello everyone, I recently spent a couple of days in Bangkok for work and loved this vibrant city. Bangkok truly has it all—big-city vibes, incredible food, tropical charm, and warm, welcoming people. It’s no surprise that it’s one of the most popular travel and expat destinations in the world. The city’s bustling energy is intoxicating—cars, motorbikes, and tuk-tuks darting in every direction, crowds moving in a constant rhythm, and music wafting from every corner. Despite the chaos, it felt authentic and fun rather than overwhelming—though perhaps that’s because I am from Istanbul, another chaotic supernova!  I arrived on a Saturday night at Suvarnabhumi International Airport, which was easy to navigate. A Grab ride (Southeast Asia’s version of Uber) took me to my hotel in Sukhumvit, one of Bangkok’s main districts. Unhappy side storyline: my hotel happened to be in the red-light district, near Nana Plaza, allegedly the world’s largest “adult playground.” While it was a bit uncom...