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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...
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...
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...
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...
Zollverein – A UNESCO World Heritage site
Zollverein is an old coal mine located in Essen, Germany. Since 2001, it has become part of the UNESCO family as a world heritage site. There’s a lot to do and check out here....
Ornässtugan – To Do in Dalarna
Ornässtugan might have one of the most interesting stories to tell. It's considered to be one of the most important and famous timber buildings in Sweden. And, there's also a...
Visit a Swedish Fäbod – To do in Dalarna
In Swedish it's called Fäbod and we had a hard time finding the English word for it. Think of a farm - an eco-farm with barn animals and lots of things to see and explore. We got...
Tallberg – A true gem in Dalarna, Sweden
Tallberg (Tällberg in Swedish) is a very popular small village in Dalarna. It's said that being in Dalarna without visiting Tallberg is like being at a wedding without seeing the...
Hildasholm – Axel Munthes gift to his wife
Hildasholm is a stunning house in Leksand, Dalarna. It's a big tourist attraction that offers tours of the house and that has a stunning garden. Take a guided tour and learn more...