Ready for a unique Caribbean escape this December? Cuba in December is a really good destination for various reasons; the best one, of course, is that it is Cuba! As someone who has traveled there regularly since 2019 and been based in Havana for long periods of time, I believe I have some really good…
In April 2025, the annual spectacular dance festival Ritmo Cuba will be held in one of the most fascinating destinations in the world, the Cuban capital, Havana! For anyone who loves to dance to Latin rhythms or wants to learn to dance, this is the place for salsa, bachata, rhumba, kizomba, semba, Afro-Cuban rhythms, and a lot…
The Lofoten Islands have always been one of my favorite places to visit in Norway, and as I suspect it might become yours, too, here is all you need to know about how to get to Lofoten. After traveling here myself multiple times, I have decided it is a great idea to share with you…
There are several ways to get from Bodo to the Lofoten Islands above the Arctic Circle in Northern Norway, and taking the Bodo Lofoten Ferry is one of them. Bodo (or Bodø in Norwegian) is the first town north of the Arctic Circle in Norway. It is called the windy city situated right on the polar shore,…
The Seven Hills of Lisbon Like an amphitheater facing the sparkling Tagus River stage, the Portuguese capital is said to spread across seven hills, the seven hills of Lisbon, that have shaped not just its geography but its soul. My first morning in Lisbon in 10 years (!), I started my exploration on foot up…
Picture yourself cruising down the Malecón in a candy-colored vintage Chevy, the salty Caribbean breeze in your hair, while the rhythms of son cubano drift from a nearby café. If Cuba’s capital is on your list, this is probably what will pop into your mind when you plan your travels. And after being based in…
Lisbon is a city that’s full of stories – from the cobblestone streets of Alfama to the vibrant nightlife of Bairro Alto, there’s always a little magic in the air. And unsurprisingly, there are a few Legends of Lisbon! Long before Instagram viewpoints and trendy rooftop bars, Lisbon’s hills were home to something far more…
What to do in Tromso? Top 11 Tromso Experiences – The Gateway to Arctic Adventures As someone who called Paris of the North (or Tromsø) home for three years at Uni, I feel above average qualified to tell you all about the best things to do in Tromso Norway for your maybe once-in-a-lifetime visit. Truth…
December is a peak travel time for Americans. With holidays coming up and the year coming to an end, lots of US travelers treat themselves to a well-deserved time-out somewhere away from the daily grind. And as always, some destinations are more popular than others, especially in December! Within the range of amazing December destinations,…
Last night, I sat in my favorite spot in the Lofoten Islands (where I am at the moment), close to a spectacular mountain called Reinebringen, watching a foreign traveler experience her first Northern Lights across the sky. Northern Norway in December is iconic. I meet so many people up north of the Arctic Circle whose only…