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Sampling the Best Kuusamo Saunas

October 17, 2017 by Arianwen Morris 11 Comments

Sampling the Best Kuusamo Saunas

In Finland there are almost as many saunas as there are people, and nine out of ten Finns relax in a sauna at least once a week. The practice of visiting a sauna is ingrained in Finnish life and, as the saying goes, an ailment is only deadly if liquor, tar and sauna can't cure it. The further north you travel, the colder it becomes and the … [Read more...]

A Round Trip from Bergen Through the Fjords

October 10, 2017 by Arianwen Morris 3 Comments

A Round Trip from Bergen Through the Fjords

There are many reasons to visit Western Norway, but there's no greater attraction than the Norwegian fjords. Encompassing coastline that stretches for tens of thousands of miles, to scratch the surface takes time and dedication. A good place to start is with an island-hopping tour. A round trip from Bergen in the summer months takes in some of the … [Read more...]

Introduction to Bergen – Culture Capital of Norway

October 4, 2017 by Arianwen Morris 2 Comments

Introduction to Bergen – Culture Capital of Norway

Bergen prides itself on being the 'gateway to the fjords' and, while there are other 'gateways', it's certainly the most easily accessible option for international travellers. The city receives direct flights from around 40 locations across Europe and is well connected to its airport via handy train and shuttle bus services. Being quite central to … [Read more...]

Island Hopping With the Solund Postal Boat

September 28, 2017 by Arianwen Morris

Island Hopping With the Solund Postal Boat

The Solund region of the Norwegian fjords has the nickname 'the Venice of Norway'. Incorporating 1700 islands, it's popular for fishing, kayaking, hiking and cycling. For scuba divers, there are some impressive WWII shipwrecks, as well as the rare chance to night dive with hundreds of periphylla jellyfish. Perhaps the most popular activity in … [Read more...]

10 Reasons to Visit Western Norway

September 22, 2017 by Arianwen Morris 9 Comments

10 Reasons to Visit Western Norway

This year, the World Happiness Report listed Norway as the happiest country, and while much of this was down to the benefits for residents, there are plenty of ways this country can add a smile to your face as a visitor too. Last week I returned from a five-day trip to Western Norway with Fjord Norway. After flying to Bergen, we took a ferry up to … [Read more...]

A Guide to Rock en Seine Festival

August 30, 2017 by Arianwen Morris Leave a Comment

A Guide to Rock en Seine Festival

This bank holiday weekend saw the gates of the Parc de Saint-Cloud open to over 110,000 revellers as they streamed through to celebrate the fifteenth year of Rock en Seine. Located to the west of Paris, but still within the boundaries of the Metro system, Rock en Seine has become the biggest music festival in the country and is growing year on … [Read more...]

A Guide to Visiting Timisoara

August 14, 2017 by Arianwen Morris Leave a Comment

A Guide to Visiting Timisoara

Set to take the title of ‘European Capital of Culture’ in 2021, Timisoara is Romania’s third biggest city. Located in the far west, close to the borders with Serbia and Hungary, it’s the perfect place for a short city break. While Romania's more obvious tourism destinations include Bucharest and Transylvania, there’s plenty to hold your … [Read more...]

Win a Pair of Tickets to This Year’s Rock en Seine Festival!

May 11, 2017 by Arianwen Morris 28 Comments

Win a Pair of Tickets to This Year’s Rock en Seine Festival!

Spring has just arrived and, as the cold weather slips away, it’s finally time to start filling your schedules with this year’s hottest events. August 25 to 27 are dates for the diary, because today I’m giving away a pair of tickets to Rock en Seine festival. In its fifteenth year, Rock en Seine will again take place in the Parc de Saint-Cloud … [Read more...]

Moscow for First-Timers

May 4, 2017 by Arianwen Morris Leave a Comment

Moscow for First-Timers

The largest city in the largest country in the world offers seemingly endless opportunities for first-time visitors. This handy guide for beginner travellers will help you to make the most of your time and travel budget by offering curated tips and tricks. A post shared by From Russia With Love 💝 (@moscow_traveling) on Apr 24, 2017 … [Read more...]

A Tour of the Best Surf Spots in Portugal by Motorhome

February 9, 2017 by Arianwen Morris 2 Comments

A Tour of the Best Surf Spots in Portugal by Motorhome

I've tried my hand at surfing in a few locations around the world. Latin America has some incredible beaches with world-class breaks, and my first ever surf lesson took place in Dominical, Costa Rica. I later took to the waves in Montanita, Ecuador, and - on a return visit to Central America, on a popular surf beach near San Juan del Sur in … [Read more...]

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