Category Archives: Europe

Tromso Villmarkssenter Dog Sledding Tour Review
The Real Deal on Dog Sledding in Tromso (Tromso Villmarkssenter Review)

The seemingly endless opportunities for adventure are what drew me to visit Tromso in winter. [...]

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10
Jan
Beginner Tips for Visiting a Traditional Finnish Sauna
Beginner Tips to Enjoy a Traditional Finnish Sauna

Did you know that the saunas in Finland can fit the entire population of Finland [...]

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22
Nov
Unforgettable Things to Do in Levi Finland in Winter (for non-skiers!)
8 Unforgettable Outdoorsy Things to Do in Levi Finland in Winter (That Aren’t Skiing!)

With 718 lakes, 2053 saunas, and more than 20 kilometers of winter walking and fat [...]

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14
Jul
Bright blue sky as seen from the bottom of Korouoma Canyon near Rovaniemi in winter. Along the snowy canyon wall are giant frozen waterfalls among the trees.
Unique & Wonderful Winter Activities in Rovaniemi Finland

There was no question in my mind that I would make a stop in the [...]

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17
May
DNA Travel Journal: Finland Edition

As the jolt of the plane touching down went through my body, it hit me. [...]

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02
May
How to choose between Levi and Rovaniemi when visiting Lapland in winter! Image of me hiking in deep snow in a forest overlooking a frozen lake with sun shining on me.
What is the Best Place to Visit in Lapland in Winter?

Levi or Rovaniemi? When I excitedly scanned my DNA results, my eyes stopped when I [...]

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12
Apr
Yotel Amsterdam Airport is a comfy and convenient place to sleep and shower during a long layover in Amsterdam Airport, located inside of customs on the airside of the airport.
Yotel Amsterdam Airport: Where to Sleep On a Layover in Amsterdam

We’ve all been there. You find an unbelievably inexpensive airfare, but there’s a catch. It’s [...]

21
Apr
Overlooking the fjords of the Lofoten Islands in Norway while hiking Mt Ryten.
Packing List for Winter Hiking in Norway: A Prepared Girl’s Guide

Norway in winter is absolutely breathtaking. It’s also so cold that it takes your breath [...]

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22
Jun
Explore the stunning landscape of the Lofoten Islands, Norway. Hamnoy is a fishing village with the iconic red fisherman's cabins along the fjords.
Why You Should Visit the Lofoten Islands in Winter

The Essential Lofoten Islands Winter Travel Guide Dramatic snow-dusted mountains bursting out of the icy [...]

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27
May
Epic adventures in Tromso in winter include dogsledding, chasing the northern lights, winter hiking and more!
Epic Adventure Guide to Tromso in Winter

What was I thinking? Had I really just booked a trip to Tromso in winter? [...]

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26
Mar