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Last Updated on the 4th of December, 2025 A trip to Amsterdam is not complete without a visit to the world-famous canals of the city. Amsterdam’s 165 canals have a total length of 75 km. They were built during the Dutch Golden Age in the 17th century to enhance the city’s transportation system and foster trade […]
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Last Updated on the 7th of December, 2025 If you are willing to briefly wander away from Lisbon’s famous yellow trams and impressive architectural gems and jump on a train – think of it as a micro-adventure – you can visit one of the most charming coastal towns, where you’ll be warmly greeted by dazzling […]
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Last Updated on the 7th of December, 2025 One of the best ways to soak up the essence of Belfast is to explore the city’s iconic waterfront. It’s where you can watch local marine life, be transported back in time by the three-storey high barrel-vaulted ceilings at the Titanic Hotel and stroll along the Titanic […]
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Last Updated on the 7th of December, 2025 From great lighthouses and wooden towers to quiet beaches and impossibly gorgeous panoramas, Latvia captivates and inspires, placing it as one of Europe’s best areas for outdoor exploration. Yet, not many people have Latvia on their travel list. And that’s fine. But after reading these 8 reasons, […]
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Last Updated on the 7th of December, 2025 Located in the south of Estonia, Tartu, its second largest city in size, has a whimsical appeal to it drawing you in with its pastel-coloured buildings, overflowing flower beds and cosy cafes that invite you to spend a few hours in the sun, slowly sipping a cup […]
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Last Updated on the 7th of December, 2025 We rolled out of the car, stood up and slowly stretched towards the dark sky. The sun was still slightly below the horizon as we approached the bay. It was Sunday morning, and instead of sleeping in and lazing around the rented house, we got up early, had a light […]
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Last Updated on the 7th of December, 2025 Around four years ago, after visiting Biarritz and Brittany and exploring its beautiful creeks, ports and UNESCO World Heritage sites, we discovered a new passion for France. So when the opportunity arose for us to travel further down south to the French Riviera, a place that doesn’t even […]
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Last Updated on the 7th of December, 2025 On our first visit to County Donegal, where we stayed in Bundoran, we visited Slieve League Cliffs and went surfing with TurfnSurf Surf School. It felt like a rushed trip with way too much crammed into it. Various attractions and little villages we longed to finally see […]
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Last Updated on the 7th of December, 2025 Dusky hues of pink lit up the skies as I carried the last box of supplies needed for the road trip around Ireland’s largest peninsula to the car. When the sun gradually descended and gave way to the glow of the moon, my heart felt full as we […]
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Last Updated on the 7th of October, 2025 Well before coronavirus was a threat to international mobility, I could effortlessly come up with a handful of arguments to rationalise the cost, in terms of both euros and tons of carbon emissions added to the atmosphere, associated with travelling. You know those invaluable life lessons you […]
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Last Updated on the 7th of October, 2025 I call myself lucky to live in Sligo. I love the quiet solitude and how everyone greets one another. I love how the seasons change more starkly. I love going for a walk on tranquil country roads and knowing that the beach is only a few minutes […]
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Last Updated on the 7th of October, 2025 Ireland is riddled with mystical locations and hidden treasures like the Gleniff Valley, where you can be consciously aware of all elements of Earth. Where the rain brings rainbows and dynamic moments, and where fast racing clouds suddenly open up and let the sun gleam through. Where […]
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Last Updated on the 24th of November, 2025 Our biggest dream came to life when, in January 2018, after 10 years in Dublin, we relocated to a place where the Atlantic Ocean meets the land. To finally live in Sligo town, where unparalleled energy is emitted in the surrounding landscape, is a gift we get […]
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Last Updated on the 7th of October, 2025 Inspired by the beauty of the world we live in, we are travellers and dreamers, just like many of our readers. In addition to travelling, we also take delight in blogging and communicating with our readers through storytelling. Although the mere thought of sharing your story on […]
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Last Updated on the 7th of August, 2025 We may not be full-time travellers or digital nomads living the adventurous life that could put Crocodile Dundee and Indiana Jones to shame. We may not start our mornings with a fresh coconut in our hands on a remote island whose name we can’t even pronounce, but […]
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Last Updated on the 7th of August, 2025 Are you travelling around Ireland and looking for an epic stop on your Wild Atlantic Way adventure? Then add Mullaghmore to your list because it has everything Ireland’s West Coast is famous for – incredible coastal views, friendly locals, craggy cliffs, beautiful beaches, fantastic food and world-class […]
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Last Updated on the 7th of August, 2025 Standing on the Stone Bridge in Riga, I closed my eyes and let the warm sun rays gently touch my face. Under my feet, Latvia’s grandest river, Daugava, was restlessly rushing faster than afternoon traffic and in front of me, confidently rising in the bluish sky, were […]
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Last Updated on the 7th of August, 2025 On the map of the World, you might not even notice Latvia – it’s a country with only 2 million residents, but in my humble opinion, Latvia has a lot to offer. Situated in northern Europe, on the shores of the Baltic Sea, this beautiful country can […]
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Last Updated on the 17th of July, 2025 I have spent half of my life with a book in my hand. In my childhood, I passionately followed colourful characters like Huckleberry Finn and Phillies Fog and couldn’t get enough of Moomin Family adventures. I loved and still very much like to reread everything from J. […]
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