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Distance: 17km/10.5 mi Valença Valença was easily one of the prettiest stops on our hike. Nestled in northern Portugal, this town is famous for its beautifully preserved medieval structures and the stunning vistas across the Minho River. The standout attraction here is the Fortaleza de Valença, an imposing fortress that dates back to the 13th … Read more
I recently got back from the most intense holiday week ever! I wasn’t sure I’d make it through, but guess what—I walked an unbelievable 210 km in just seven days! It’s shocking, I know, especially for someone who’s more used to the couch than the trail. I’m still pinching myself to believe it, and I’ve … Read more
The other week, we took a quick trip to Ystad, Sweden, for a lovely weekend escape at the Ystad Saltsjöbad spa. It was a fantastic experience, and I’d definitely do it all over again if I could! I want to give a huge thank you to my amazing friends who gave me a gift card … Read more
Not too long ago, we found ourselves with a totally open weekend – a pretty unusual thing after a couple of months jam-packed with activities. Since I’m supposed to be getting in shape for the Camino walk, and finding the time for that has been a bit of a challenge, we decided to seize the … Read more
Rome was one of my favorite cities so far. I fell in love with it, even though I spent only a weekend there in 2016. A couple of years later, in 2024, when I got the chance, I revisited it again for a short weekend break. If you ask me what is the best time … Read more
In the midst of a hectic schedule and rainy weather, I miraculously found a day to venture to Copenhagen for its annual light festival. Fortune smiled at me with the weather turning into a dreamy fog, making the experience unforgettable. However, my camera wasn’t as thrilled with the drizzly rain and decided to retire by … Read more
There’s always a whirlwind of events happening, and before I knew it, six years had slipped by since my unforgettable trip to India. Interestingly, while writing about the Highlander wedding in Zakopane, Poland, I realized I had never shared the tale of my remarkable Indian wedding adventure! An invitation to a wedding ceremony in India … Read more
This summer was shaping up to be quite the adventure for my boyfriend and me, with an unexpected twist in our travel plans. We received not one, but two wedding invitations from my cousins, both set in the same year – one in June and the other in August. And the destination of the wedding … Read more
Today marked a historic moment in Denmark’s royal history. After an extraordinary 52 years, Queen Margrethe II has gracefully stepped down from the throne, making her the first Danish monarch to abdicate voluntarily in over eight centuries. The air was thick with emotion as she signed the abdication papers, closing a remarkable chapter in Denmark’s … Read more
Another year has zoomed by, swift and stormy as a thunderbolt! Honestly, I’m baffled at how the months have slipped through my fingers. It’s been a dizzying whirlwind of emotions, events, and a whole lot of happenings. Even this little recap is coming to you fashionably late, thanks to the wildest, most jam-packed two months … Read more
We’ve passed through Odense numerous times but always found ourselves short on time, missing the chance to visit the famed troll hidden there. So, when an opportunity arose on our return from a holiday to stop by some friends in Odense, we were excited to finally make a detour to see Hans Hulehånd. Hans is … Read more
In a picturesque field in Børkop, Jutland, Ene Øjesten sits peacefully, encircled by grazing cows. Occasionally, intrigued tourists meander through the field to observe her. Legend has it that Ene Øjesten, while exploring the vicinity, stumbled upon an enchanted stone. This unique stone is characterized by its flat surface and a distinct hole at its … Read more
In the whimsical year of Corona, my dreams of wandering through the twinkling Christmas markets were dashed, much like many other grand plans of that year. But, undeterred, I decided to try my luck again this year, and voilà! I snagged some wallet-friendly flights for a weekend escapade to Switzerland. Over the course of two … Read more
Tucked away among the trees of the picturesque Ring Skov near Brædstrup, a youthful troll Jensnej is hiding. Imagine stumbling upon him as he gleefully holds a mirror above, capturing his image amidst the forest’s embrace. Jensnej isn’t just any troll; his name, a palindrome, spells the same from both ends, much like the reflections … Read more
Our next destination led us to the serene outskirts of Viborg. Here, amidst the gentle hum of nature, stands Elle, a guardian figure poised with a monumental three-ton stone in her grasp. She’s nestled among a hundred other imposing stones, arranged like ancient sentinels, silently guarding the land from human intrusion. Elle isn’t just a … Read more
On our way back from the summer house in Skagen, we had a travel dilemma: take the quick ferry route or opt for a scenic troll-chasing adventure through Jutland. Given our unfinished troll bucket list, we thought, why not add a dash of adventure to our return trip? We opened the troll map, setting a … Read more
I visited Stockholm for the first time several years ago, in 2011, while traveling through Scandinavia on an Interrail trip after my Erasmus exchange. It’s hard to believe that so many years have already passed! I’ve been lucky enough to visit Sweden’s capital quite a few times over the years. Whether it’s for work conferences, … Read more
Recently, a coworker mentioned she was planning to attend a Pride event. For years, I have been intrigued by the images from Pride parades on social media and wanted to try capturing my own portraits. Admittedly, I’m still a bit uneasy when it comes to asking strangers to pose, but I decided to seize the … Read more
Every year, as the warmth of summer envelops us, there’s a certain ritual I cherish and look forward to – visiting the Hundested Sand Sculpture Festival located in the coastal town of Hundested, Denmark. Artistic sculptors from all over the world gather to create intricate, awe-inspiring masterpieces on sand. This year’s festival theme was “Once Upon a … Read more
The past couple of weekends have been incredibly bustling yet fulfilling! One of the highlights was attending an airshow in the local area. Initially, the plan was to enjoy a barbecue at my friend’s place. However, she spotted some banners advertising the airshow on her commute home and suggested that we check it out before … Read more
