Kuusamo receives snow for over 200 days of the year, so it should come as no surprise that it’s home to one of the most popular ski resorts in Finland. What might be less obvious is the fact that you can experience plenty of adventure activities in Kuusamo in Autumn. Based around Rukatunturi – a fell of almost 500 m – the Ruka Pedestrian … [Read more...]
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
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
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
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
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
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
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!
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
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...]
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