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Ultimate Packing List for Uganda
An often overlooked country in East Africa – in favour of its more famous neighbours Kenya and Tanzania – Uganda nevertheless has a huge amount to offer visitors. I mean for starters, it’s one of the only countries in the world to have families of gorillas living within its borders! And if that wasn’t enough […]
How to Travel from Malaga to Granada: All You Need to Know
Ahh the beautiful region of Andalusia makes me go all weak at the knees. Situated in the south of Spain, this is one of the most dazzling areas of the country in my opinion full, as it is, of gorgeous coastline, year-round great weather, fascinating history and delicious food galore! And 2 destinations you can’t […]
Top 21 Things to Do in Helsinki, Finland
Ok so disclaimer coming up, when I visited Helsinki, it was actually a national holiday! Yes, unbeknownst to me, the one main day that I had set aside to run around Helsinki and undertake all the sightseeing I could, was actually Finnish Independence Day. And it was minus 20 degrees celsius! At first, even through […]
15 Things to Know Before You Travel Finland
I have to admit, when I first headed to Finland, I was a Nordic novice. Yes, visiting Finland heralded my first time stepping foot into this very unique part of Europe and honestly, I didn’t know what to expect. All I knew was that it would be pricey (probs the reason I hadn’t been to […]
Top 10 Airbnbs in Helsinki
The Finnish capital is not known for being the cheapest city on earth – infact, it’s known for being one of the priciest! – which is exactly why staying in an Airbnb can be a great option for your time here. And that’s even more true given the number of great Airbnb’s there are in […]
How to Travel from Helsinki to Lapland
They are the 2 most visited regions in Finland and, as such, knowing how to travel between Helsinki and Lapland is an absolutely crucial piece of travel research for most visitors compiling their itinerary in this country. Which is exactly why I’m bringing you the full lowdown here on how to travel between the north […]
How Much Does a Trip to Finland Cost?
It’s no surprise to learn that Finland does not account for the cheapest trip I’ve ever taken! Yes, being situated in Scandinavia – a region known for its high cost of living – it’s fair to say Finland isn’t a country usually associated with budget travel. In fact, this is probably why it’s only recently […]
Ultimate 1 Week Finland Itinerary
So you’re looking to travel to Finland, but don’t know where in the country to spend your time? Well you’ve come to the right place! Following my fabulous trip to this country, I’m now bringing you my ultimate Finland itinerary with all the info you need to have an amazing week in this country. From […]
Top 10 Things to Do in Lapland
No question, one of the best ways to get fired up for your Lapland adventures is to check out the amazing range of Arctic activities you can enjoy there. From child-friendly excursions, great for kids big and small, through to more active adventures that take in the best of the region’s amazing landscape, there’s a […]
What to Pack for a Finland Winter Trip
There’s no question, Finland can get pretty cold! When I was in Helsinki, I experienced temperatures of minus 19 and in Lapland, it got down to minus 30 degrees! And I’m talking degrees celsius here! .. And it wasn’t even the coldest time of the year! Ok, so I know I’m going on a bit […]
