If you’re hoping to see the Northern Lights, Finland is one of the best places to go. The northernmost region—Lapland—is a vast sub-Arctic wilderness offering plenty of magical places to stay. Glamping is a luxurious form of camping completely different from the typical hotel experience, and the range of glamping options in Lapland is quite … [Read more...]
Rollerblade Twister X Inline Skates Review
Recently, I rediscovered a love of skating (thanks BUMP roller disco!), and just after Christmas I decided to take things up a notch and try out a pair of Rollerblade Twister X inline skates on the streets of Bristol. Currently available from Slick Willie's skate shop and retailing at £259.95, these are great for a variety of terrains and … [Read more...]
How to Plan a New Zealand Itinerary. Part I – North Island
New Zealand is a diverse country split across two main islands. With 15,000 km of coastline, fascinating Maori culture, spectacular scenery, adorable native animals and some of the world's best adventure activities, it can be difficult deciding what to include in your New Zealand itinerary. The official tourism board splits the country into 29 … [Read more...]
A Comprehensive Travel Checklist
Some would argue you can over-plan your travels, but I think it's always best to be over-prepared. Insurance and vaccinations are a no brainer, but even research on the places you change your mind about visiting will give you background information about the country you're in and its history and culture. The following travel checklist should help … [Read more...]
Prague City Break: Tips for Winter
Last weekend, Jet2.com organised for me and a friend to spend three nights on a Prague city break. Perfectly timed to coincide with the start of the Christmas markets, our holiday included flights, transfers and accommodation at the modern and quirky arts-inspired NYX hotel. Located on a street parallel to Wenceslas Square, we were within walking … [Read more...]
Autumn Adventure Activities in Kuusamo
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...]
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