Dog Sledding Helsinki Not far away from Finland’s capital Helsinki lies a marvellous, wintry wonderland called Nuuksio National Park. That’s where my story begins. / After a solid couple of hours getting to know Ulpu and her white Finnish reindeer, … Continue reading Where to Go Dog Sledding Near Helsinki
Wild, windy and wonderful. I’ve just returned from my second trip to the Faroe Islands in the space of twelve months. People constantly ask me what my obsession is with this country and I only have one answer. You get … Continue reading Faroe Islands: Interesting Facts About The Country You Don’t Know
Crete, the Greek island not only steeped in history but home to many paradise beaches, cliffs and caves. Come on a journey with Anna, our Team Kaptain Kenny contributor and discover life on the slow side. Continue reading Island of Crete: The Ultimate Places You Don’t Want to Miss on this Greek Island
Every now and again, I travel to a city that really surprises me. After seven years in Europe, I often feel that I’ve seen it all. But I was wrong with Helsinki. It was one of those cities which surprised … Continue reading The Food Scene in Helsinki: Where to Eat and Drink
It all began with an idea…. A couple of months ago I returned from the trip of a lifetime. During the month of June, in the short space of eight days, I left planet earth. Momentarily of course. I visited … Continue reading Why I drove from Germany to Denmark and then to the Faroe Islands
Frankfurt seems to be a world away from this quiet, paradise-like oasis. Bollants is a relaxation space which is designed to help you switch off. Continue reading Bollants Spa Hotel Frankfurt: A Luxury Getaway
A relatively small but beautiful Baltic country awaits you. It’s nestled between Finland, Russia and Latvia and its geographic position will tell you a lot about its history and influence. Estonia has often been described as the perfect combination of East meets West. Its capital city Tallinn is directly at the harbour: a mere hop, skip and a jump away from Finland’s Helsinki. However, being positioned between Russia and Latvia ensures the prices are not exorbitant like much of Scandinavia. Continue reading A Mother Nature Must See in Estonia: Lahemaa National Park
If you are visiting the nearby natural wonder of Calanque d’en Vau, then Cassis is a must-see destination for lunch or dinner. Cute and coastal – enquire within. Continue reading A Classic Little Southern French Town: Cassis Travel Guide
Eltz Castle (German: Burg Eltz) is a medieval castle nestled in the hills above the Moselle River between Koblenz and Trier, Germany. It is still owned by a branch of the same family (the Eltz family) that lived there in the 12th century, 33 generations ago. Continue reading A German Wonderland You Have to See in Autumn: Eltz Castle
Nymphenburg Palace, St Peter’s Church and the English Garden. Three must-dos whilst in Bavaria’s Capital, Munich. Continue reading My Pick: 3 Great Things to Do in Munich
Despite the rain, we decided to venture to Heidelberg for 4 hours. We followed the recommendation of a friend and headed first to a cafe for a flat-white, then walked up the hill in the direction of the castle. Rain, hail or shine – we had a good time! Continue reading Is 4 Hours Enough For Heidelberg?
In every city, I look for the highest point so that I can take some photos. Gdansk’s St Mary’s Church provided an inexpensive and alternative viewing option. Worth doing if you ask me! Continue reading Climbing St Mary’s Church in Gdansk
