Johanna Kolm, Author at Finanz Kurier

When dogs bark, are they using words to communicate?

Does your dog bark a lot? Or is he one of those quiet pooches who barks only when things get really exciting? Most dogs bark at least a little. Dog barks are not words. But although your dog will never tell you about his parents or the weather or the amazing bone he had yesterday,…

The charm of Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt

There are a lot of facts to absorb on a Discover Scuba Diving sampler course but I cling on to just two: my instructor is never going to let go of my hand and I can stop any time I want. “I am going to hold on to you as if you were my own…

Why do we love pets? An expert explains.

Ours is a pet-loving culture. Researchers spend a lot of time exploring what has become known as “human-animal interactions,” and the pet industry spends a lot of money promoting what it prefers to call the “human-animal bond.” But that concept might have been laughable a century ago, when animals served a more utilitarian role in our…

24 hours in Copenhagen, Denmark

Copenhagen offers a city break without the commotion of Europe’s big cities and with a philosophy of “not too much, not too little”. Couple that with the elegance of old in the historic Bredgade or Store Kongensgade areas for a very pleasant city break. Must Stay Hotel Fox was opened in 2005 in an association with…

72 Hours in Cappadocia, Turkey

Day 1 Hot Air Balloon Flight If you do not take a hot air balloon ride, you should definitely wake up at sunrise and watch them fill the skies. However, Cappadocia is the world leader in hot air balloon rides. There are over 20 hot air balloon companies in the region. Open-air Museum Take the…

The Joys of Owning a Cat

Owning a cat can bring unconditional love and companionship to your life. Having a feline friend can also help to relieve stress and improve your heart health. Owning a cat can be an extremely rewarding relationship. A cat has the ability to both calm your nervous system and provide an immediate outlet for fun and play.…

England football travel guide: Where to Live, Eat and Sleep football

Where to Sleep Hilton at St George’s Park, Burton Upon Trent When you need some time on the bench from the game we call life, ‘head’er for the Hilton at St George’s Park. Set in the National Forest, the hotel is part of the FA’s National Football Centre, a world-class training venue with state-of-the-art conferencing, sport…

Lotus Seeds Halwa Recipe

Lotus Seeds Halwa is a mouth-watering dessert that can be prepared on any auspicious occasion. Made using a paste of broken and deseeded lotus seeds combined with sugar syrup. The sweetness of this scrumptious recipe works like a charm. Serve this sugar rush indulgence to your loved ones as prasad, and take them to a…

Arbi Cutlet Recipe

Fond of cutlets and tikkis? What if we tell you that you can enjoy this snack even while fasting during Navratri! This vrat-friendly Arbi Cutlet recipe is made with arbi, chestnut flour, peanuts and some spices which makes it tasty yet healthy. These tikkis are pan-fried in just 2 spoons of oil which is ideal…

Can drinking apple cider vinegar break a fast?

Apple cider vinegar safe to have during fasts? Fasting currently and worried about whether drinking apple cider vinegar will break your fast or not? Well, this article will solve all your doubts with a detailed explanation of everything. Read on to know if apple cider vinegar can be consumed during fasts, the ideal quantity to…