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Poland in winter: 15 epic places to visit & guide for 2023/4

Aerial landscape with tatra mountains and Zakopane, winter scenery of Giewont Peak.

Are you planning a trip to Poland in winter? With over a thousand years of incredible history and traditions, delicious food, beautiful national parks, and amazing scenery, Poland is every traveller’s dream.  But how about a winter holiday in Poland? It might sound chilly, but Poland could surprise you. In fact, with exceptional ski slopes […]

22 things to do in Warsaw in winter (2023/4 guide)

Warsaw old town, snow-covered roofs and and distant city center at dusk, aerial winter panorama

Are you looking for the best things to do in Warsaw in winter? Read on, as I go through them all! The dynamic capital of Poland, Warsaw has plenty to offer locals and tourists alike. It’s well-known for its hearty cuisine, range of fascinating museums, beautiful architecture and vibrant atmosphere.  Warsaw is a little colder […]

32 best things to do in Bergen in winter (2023/4 guide)

Sunset over Bryggen

If you’re looking for things to do in Bergen in winter, read on! I spent a few days in Bergen this winter and loved exploring the city’s cosy surroundings. Here’s all you need to know about exploring Norway’s second city in the cooler months. Bergen is a city on the edge. The second largest in […]

6 best Tromsø Sami tours & exploring Sami culture in Norway

Tromsø Sami tours are valuable excursions that’ll educate you about Northern Norway’s indigenous population. I experienced a few of them on my winter trip to Norway, learning about the native Sami people as I went. The Arctic wind howled as the blizzard of snow whipped around us. My toes felt like icicles as I gingerly […]

How to visit the Norway fjords in winter (2023 guide)

View of the snowy Norway fjords

Are you dreaming of the Norway fjords in winter? As far as winter destinations go, this postcard-perfect part of the Nordics boasts epic winter activities, charming villages and fascinating history. Here’s a travel guide with all you need to know about visiting the epic fjords in Norway in the winter months! Snow-covered fir trees lined […]

How to see reindeer in Tromsø: sledding to Sami experiences!

Reindeer standing in the snow with a mountain in the background.

One of the best winter activites in Northern Norway is to see the reindeer in Tromsø. Here’s exactly how to do that! “Reindeer are fascinating creatures. Although I have to say that – they’re our lifeblood!” our Sami guide, Per, told us, as we sat around long tables in a fire-heated hut, having devoured a […]

Tromsø in winter: 27 things to do & top travel tips

birds eye view over Tromso with a dusting of snow

Tromsø in winter means northern lights chasing, layering up in frosty weather, getting cosy in cafes and learning about the city’s fascinating Arctic culture. In this article, you’ll read all of my best tips on exploring the enigmatic capital of the north! As our plane glided into the Arctic Circle, the bird’s eye landscape spread […]

40 unmissable things to do in Iceland in January

Mountain views with the sunrise in the background on the Sculptures and Shore walk along Reykjavik coastline

Are you planning a trip to Iceland in January? This guide details the best things to do, offers tips on how to prepare for the weather and demonstrates why you should choose to visit the country in this season! With sunsets and sunrises that seem to take up all the daylight hours, deep frozen waterfalls […]

8 incredible reasons to visit Malaga in February

Historic buildings in Malaga city centre.

Are you looking for the main reasons to visit Malaga in February? Here are eight reasons to put it on your winter break bucket list! Malaga’s much more than a boring airport city in Southern Spain’s Costa del Sol. One of the best spots for winter breaks in Spain, the city basks in over 300 […]

25+ fun things to do in Reykjavik in winter: see Iceland!

Sunrise behind Hallgrimskirkja in Iceland

Are you planning a trip to Reykjavik in winter time? Here’s our full guide to the best things to do and see while in the capital city of Iceland! When flying into Reykjavik in winter, you’ll land in a true winter wonderland. With an alluring mix of urban and natural wonders, Reykjavik is brimming with […]