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Semana Santa in Jerez: What It’s Really Like to Experience Easter in Andalusia
In Sweden, we paint eggs, and a person dressed as a rabbit gives away candy to children. In Andalusia, it's a whole other ballgame. We didn't know what to expect when we flew out...
Experience Ice Climbing in Austria – Matrei in Osttirol: Beginners guide
It sounds really hard, and it can be. However, Ice Climbing can be easy and fun if you do it with the right guide and equipment. Matrei, close to Lienz, has Austria's largest...
(N)ice bathing in Lienz, Austria: From Hesitation to Exhilaration in Freezing Water
Have you ever tried ice bathing? Is it dangerous or is it safe to do? This story takes us to the stunning setting of Lienz, surrounded by the dramatic peaks of the Lienzer...
Snowshoe hike in Lienz, Austria
If you’re looking for a peaceful winter adventure far from crowded ski resorts, a snowshoe hike in Lienz, Austria, might be exactly what you need. Nestled between the dramatic...
Kraków old town city guide – Hidden Gems & Must-See Attractions
Kraków in southern Poland is one of our favorite Polish cities. It’s a place where culture, history, food, and activities all merge in a perfect mix. This is the city that you...
Your Ultimate Wawel Castle guide in Kraków – What not to miss and what you can skip
Coming to Kraków is deeply connected with the city's dragon – a dragon that was once feared but now protects the people. The dragon's history begins at Wawel Castle in the Old...
Bad Gastein – a fairytale in the summer
Looking out over Bad Gastein is like looking into a part of a fairy tale. How many cities have such dramatic framing? And how many cities have a waterfall flowing right through...
The Sound of Music recording locations in Salzburg
In 2025, it is 60 years since the film Sound of Music made a breakthrough in large parts of the world. All die-hard fans know that large parts of the film were shot in Salzburg....
5 Odd museums to visit in Salzburg
Surely it's wonderful to find a museum you didn't know existed? We scouted out a variety of attractions during our stay in the city and selected five different options that show...
Horse-drawn sleigh ride in Gastein Valley
Immerse yourself in blankets and have a nice horse-drawn sleigh ride in the moonshine. The bells from the horse's harness will create music together with the sound of the sleigh...
A great vegetarian restaurant in Lübeck – Unter Freunden
Could this be the best vegetarian restaurant in Lübeck – Unter Freunden? It is easy to be vegetarian or vegan in Lübeck. There are several different options to choose from. Gone...
Christmas markets in Lübeck, Germany
It is the coldest time of the year. And with that comes Christmas. Mini and I went on our first-ever Christmas trip to enjoy the markets in Lübeck. For those who know us, we...
SennHütte in St. Anton is “Sennsational”
A restaurant Sennhütte in St. Anton that truly makes you feel at home. The restaurant is run by the Senn family and they are all there to make you feel just like you would among...
E-biking in st. Anton am Arlberg – Austria
E-biking St. Anton during summer is amazing. The destination has been popular during winter for a long time. During summer people often come here to hike and nowadays also for...
5 Things to do in Bad Hofgastein During summer
Bad Hofgastein is not the same as the neighboring Bad Gastein. However, Bad Hofgastein is a great place during winter and during summer. We got to experience it during the summer...
Explore Sportgastein with a mineral hike during the summer
It’s literary like walking into a fairytale. The first feeling we get (well - maybe just me) is to start twirling and singing. We are signed up on a mineral hike in Sportgastein...
Alpentherme Gastein – relax with the best view
Alpentherme Gastein is the place to come and recharge your batteries after a day of hiking - or skiing if you come here during winter. It’s a thermal bath, family place, and spa...
Bertahof Camping – Your gateway to Gastein
Bertahof Camping is located in the beautiful Gastein in Austria. Here you spend your leisure time surrounded by the great Alps. It's a great gateway to your vacation whether you...
D’Origem – With olive oil and wine in focus
At Quinta D’Origem, the focus is on both wine and olive oil. The whole spirit of this place is on paying a tribute to the ancestors of this vineyard. Located in the Douro...
Gueda Wines is like visiting family – And tasting wine
Have you ever met a person where you feel like you are welcomed and like you have come home to family? To us, that was our feeling when we met Luis. He owns this place with his...
Douro Valley – Among wine and a world heritage
During our first trip to Portugal, we had the Douro Valley on our bucket list. However, we ran out of time and ended up just driving through this magical place. In 2022, we were...
Guimaraes – 7 things to do in the historical town
Though Braga is said to be the oldest city in Portugal, Guimaraes is considered to be the birthplace of the country. This is because the first king was born here. The town makes...
Braga – 7 things that you want to do in the city
Braga is located in Northern Portugal. We spent some time here and found some true hotspots that you need to check out. Sure, you will want to visit Bom Jesus do Monte and it’s...
Bom Jesus do Monte – a World Heritage Site
Bom Jesus do Monte or, Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte as it’s also called is a catholic shrine in northern Portugal. In 2019, it was declared a World Heritage site and it is the...
Parque Cerdeira – Your base to Peneda-Geres National Park
Northern Portugal has something to offer all year round. During the autumn, the leaves are starting to explode in different colors and shapes. You just have to see it. We spent...
Salpoente Restaurant – Good food makes good mood
There’s no coincidence that Salpoente Restaurant in Aveiro, Portugal is recommended in the Michelin guide. The restaurant is inside an old salt storage facility and they serve...
Exit Games – Port Wine Sabotage
Did we mention that we love Escape Games? If not - we love Escape Games! And what is even better is that each time is a totally different experience. Now, we haven’t done that...
National Park Peneda – Geres on horseback
Visiting the National Park Peneda - Geres is a must. The national park is located in northern Portugal and is famous for all of its nature trails. Hiking, biking, going by car,...
Santillana del Mar – the lying gem in northern Spain
Santillana del Mar is the name of a Municipality in Cantabria. It is also the name of the main city in the region. Nestled inside Northern Spain this town is beautiful and makes...
The Cave Of Altamira – a UNESCO site in Northern Spain
You have to see it to believe it. And yet you can’t see it. Well, you can but you can only see a replica of it. It’s fascinating, amazing, and sad - all at once. This UNESCO...