by Annika & Mini | Last updated Oct 21, 2025 | Blog, Destinations, Europe, Poland
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 Town of Kraków. We have been here several times and have a good insight into...
by Annika & Mini | Last updated Jan 16, 2025 | Blog, Destinations, Europe, Northern Portugal, Portugal
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 back and this time – we made sure to explore this place as it should be explored. We...
by Annika & Mini | Last updated Jan 16, 2025 | Blog, Destinations, Europe, Northern Portugal, Portugal
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 up for a great getaway. We have listed our favorite things to do while being in the city....
by Annika & Mini | Last updated Mar 4, 2022 | Blog, Destinations, Europe, Northern Portugal, Portugal
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 most popular tourist attraction in Braga. And, the funicular is also very special. Join...
by Annika & Mini | Last updated Feb 11, 2022 | Blog, Destinations, Europe, Northern Spain, 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 for a great day trip. Apparently, Jean-Paul Sartre described it as the most beautiful...
