On the approach to Sweden’s capital, my ferry rolled past islands dotted with log cabins, leading out to the occasional town or village. The Stockholm archipelago consists of 30,000 islands, breaking away from the mainland as they stretch eastwards. This means that, when taking the ferry from Helsinki or Aland (a Finnish archipelago of autonomous […]
Category Archives: Europe
The world’s smallest continent, but one that absolutely crams in a variety of culture, rich cuisine and history, you could spend years in Europe and fail to be bored. Whether you’re exploring the beautiful beaches of southern Italy, the bustling capitals of London, Paris and Berlin, or the staggeringly beautiful Norwegian fjords. There’s so much to explore on this continent. Let’s get stuck in!
This is Åland: a Swedish-speaking, demilitarised archipelago that’s part of Finland. I’d wanted to visit for ages — mostly because I had so many questions. Why is it Swedish-speaking? How autonomous is it really? And why can’t any country have a military presence here? I travelled here by overnight ferry from Helsinki, and a couple […]
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From 1961 to 1989, the Berlin Wall physically and ideologically divided Germany’s capital. For 28 years, a fortified barrier ran through the city, separating families, splitting transport networks, and symbolising the Cold War divide between East and West. Today, remnants of the wall and the infrastructure around it are preserved in museums, parks, and restored […]
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Jun
Thinking of skipping the plane and taking the sleeper train from Paris to Berlin? Here’s what it’s actually like to travel overnight on the ÖBB Nightjet. The Paris to Berlin Nightjet: route overview The sleeper train departs Paris Gare de l’Est at 19:12 and arrives at Berlin Hauptbahnhof at 08:26 the next morning. It operates […]
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Jun
Jun
Paris has been at the centre of European politics, revolution, and resistance for over two centuries. This post highlights six key days that reshaped not just France, but the world – and shows you exactly where to go if you want to follow the story on foot (like I did in this YouTube video). It […]
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Apr
Apr
I’ve passed through Zaragoza countless times on my train travels around Spain. I knew it was the fourth largest city in the nation – but I’d never heard of anybody visiting. So on our recent trip to Spain, my partner and I decided we would visit Zaragoza – and see if it was worth a […]
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Feb
Feb
Is Reykjavik worth visiting? Here are all my thoughts on a 2024 city break to the capital! With thermal waters enticing tourists, enough quirky museums to fill any kind of city break and gorgeous harbour views, Reykjavik certainly sees its fair share of tourists; but some visitors to Iceland forgo visiting the capital for Iceland’s […]
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Feb
Feb
London’s a world-famous tourist city, known for its iconic buildings like Big Ben (proper name: Elizabeth Tower), Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace. But in a city of its size, it’s unsurprising that there are plenty of hidden corners and secret spots to visit too. Here are some original, fascinating places where you won’t find so […]
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Jan
Jan
Just outside Aachen, you’ll find one of the world’s most accessible Tri-Country Points. This Three-Country Point is where Germany, Belgium, and the Netherlands converge – here you’ll have a rare chance to stand in three countries simultaneously! It’s a must visit for all geography nerds – so I knew that, when I was in Aachen, […]
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Jan
Jan
With centuries of fascinating history, a unique geographical position and a gorgeous old town with UNESCO cathedral, Aachen is a German city that you should definitely be considering visiting. Located near the borders of Belgium and the Netherlands, it’s easy to access – but tourists usually favour nearby Cologne. However, I’m here to tell you […]