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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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Verket & Avesta Art – Museum and art gallery in Dalarna
Verket / Avesta Art is an interactive museum and art gallery that you need to visit while in Avesta, Sweden. It's more than a museum. It's more than an art gallery. Verket is...
Cirque Du Soleil – end of an era
My heart is literally aching. It feels like something is broke. My all-time favorite show has filed for bankruptcy and I can't get over it. Sitting in wonderful Dalarna with lots...
Travel update – we are finally on the road
Oh, how happy we are to be able to travel again. Even if we are confined to Sweden, we are loving the freedom. Since we travel with our motorhome - we are careful but we are also...
Alpaca trekking in Sweden – A day of Love
Alpaca trekking in Sweden - does that sound odd? Well, this is the story of how we ended up with a bunch of students from all over the world, taking a break from their masters...
Fossil search – Odd thing in southern Sweden
Fossil search. Search for dinosaurs. Well, it's not necessarily dinosaurs you are searching for, more fossils from dragons that roamed the earth 80 million years ago. However,...
Sleigh ride in Funchal Madeira – A toboggan ride to remeber
A sleigh ride in Funchal is a thing that you need to do while visiting Madeira. The sleigh ride in Funchal, or toboggan ride as it's also known as is awesome and different...
Le Petit Chef – One of the coolest restaurants ever
Le Petit Chef is one of the most amazing restaurants we have been to. It's innovative, fresh, cool, and just plain awesome. It's a dining experience like no other. We got to...
Ponta de Sao Lourenco Walk – A beautiful hike in Madeira
Ponta de Sao Lourenco Walk or Vereda da Ponta de Sao Lourenco (PR8) is also known as a beautiful hike in Madeira. Not too hard and with absolutely stunning views, this walk is a...
Nimis and Kullaberg Nature Reserve – Odd thing in Southern Sweden
Nimis is truly something else. It's hard to know where to start this story. In the end, this is a story about a really odd and wonderful place outside of Höganäs in Skane,...
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!