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Discover the best weekend getaways and short trips. You don’t always need weeks of vacation to explore the world—sometimes a few days is all it takes to find the ultimate travel inspiration. This section is completely dedicated to helping you maximize your mini-breaks with curated city guides, expert travel advice, and local recommendations. From romantic European city breaks to active winter getaways in the mountains, we show you how to experience the heart of a destination, eat like a local, and make the most out of every single weekend adventure.
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Guide to Lubeck – A Culture and culinary experience
Guide to Lubeck, Germany. We spent a couple of days in Lubeck and during that time we fell in love with the city. This old Hanseatic city had so much to offer. On our first day...
Frozen II in a priority seating in Patong, Thailand
Frozen II. Oh, how we love animated movies. The year was 2013 and we were in Hollywood. We heard that there was a new movie out that would be shown and we decided to go to the...
We are staying in Asia for a couple of months now
Yes, it has been low with updates for the last two weeks. We were hesitant until the very end but ended up going to Asia for some months. Our motorhome (Nelson), is being fixed...
St Mary’s church and the churches of Lubeck
St Mary's church is a must-visit while in Lubeck. The town is called "The City with the Seven Spires" even if there are "only" five churches in the old town. Even if churches are...
The past, present and the future
Last week we were in Stockholm, visiting friends and attending meetings. This week we started by being on the radio and next week, we are off to a destination. There's a lot of...
Travel News Market and Egyptian Silver in Stockholm
We have returned from Madeira and we can't stand how cold Sweden has become! It's too cold here and we want to leave now!!! Ok, within a couple of weeks, we are going to...
Dresden event in Malmo
Dresden came to Malmö yesterday and we were invited to attend the soare. Great food and awesome wine were on the menu. What an evening we had! We got to learn more about Dresden...
Animal friendly tourism – a seminar from World animal Protection
Animal-friendly tourism. Can it be more important and necessary to learn more about that? Well, when we got the invitation to come to Stockholm and attend a seminar, we said yes...
Thoughts from the road – We have so much fun things happening!
It's been so much traveling for us during the last couple of weeks and it will only continue. More trips have been added and now we don't even know how to pencil more stuff into...
Plan Your Next European City Break
Europe is packed with spectacular destinations that are perfect for a short 3-day or 4-day trip. Whether you are catching a quick flight to a cultural capital or planning a local road trip, our guides focus on efficiency without missing out on the magic. We dive deep into the best things to do, mapping out step-by-step itineraries that cover everything from iconic landmarks to hidden local spots.
- Boutique Hotel Stays: We personally review and recommend unique accommodations that add character to your journey.
- Culinary Journeys: Discover the best café cultures, traditional restaurants, and street food markets to taste the real city.
- Seasonal Escapes: Find the perfect winter sun, autumn hikes, or spring city walks tailored for weekend travelers.
Why Trust Our Weekend Travel Inspiration?
As independent travel journalists and professional photographers, we have spent years mastering the art of the perfect short trip. We don’t just scratch the surface; we explore every city firsthand to give you practical, up-to-date travel planning advice. Mini’s professional photography brings each destination to life, while Annika’s journalistic research guarantees accurate tips on local transport, hidden gems, and time-saving strategies.
Stop waiting for the annual holidays. Browse our growing collection of expert city guides and start planning your next epic weekend getaway today!