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Glamping in Lapland: Hunt for the Northern Lights

April 17, 2018 by Arianwen Morris Leave a Comment

Glamping in Lapland: Hunt for the Northern Lights

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

March 5, 2018 by Arianwen Morris 8 Comments

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

February 5, 2018 by Arianwen Morris 4 Comments

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

January 24, 2018 by Arianwen Morris 2 Comments

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

December 11, 2017 by Arianwen Morris 3 Comments

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

November 1, 2017 by Arianwen Morris 6 Comments

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

October 17, 2017 by Arianwen Morris 8 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 1 Comment

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...]

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