The tiny Danish town of Billund is home of that most brilliant of toys: Lego – and of the original Legoland, everyone’s childhood fantasy, at least for us of the pre-Nintendo generation.
The Road to Gjógv
A road trip in the Faroe Islands is a treat, with awe-inspiring vistas or colourful little villages whichever way you turn. Around a bend in the road, this is what you might see: … or this: We’re on Sheep Islands, so you will also see this: On the island of Eysturey, you’ll pass by Eiði. [...]
Faroe Islands: Sagas, sushi and street art
Sagas abound in the Faroe Islands. Perhaps surprisingly, these Viking isles also have a fabulous sushi restaurant and lively street art.
The travel ABC of Sophie’s World
Travel ABCs are all the rage in the travel blogging circuit these days. Fun idea! Here’s the travel ABC of Sophie’s World:
Flirting with Fate in the Faroe Islands
Oyggjarvegur, the old mountain road from Torshavn, the tiny capital of the Faroes, towards the northern islands, is spectacular. But then, nothing less is to be expected in the world’s best island-destination. In places, there are no barriers between us and a 1000-foot drop into the chilling waters of the North Atlantic fjord. We edge [...]
Where in the world: Kronborg Castle, Elsinore
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kronborg Castle has played an important part in military history, and is the home of legendary prince Hamlet.
Travels of 2010
Looking back on the travelling year 2010, I see I didn’t stick with my plans. Nothing new there. Instead, I went with the flow – and cheap flights. So here it is – this year’s fave travels. In January, I was in Geneva. It was mostly business, visiting ILO. But I always enjoy visiting Switzerland. [...]
Charming Copenhagen
Inspired by the last Blogsherpa Carnival, I’ve decided to begin yet another sporadic series – the magic of cities. Don’t know why I haven’t thought of that before – it’s a fun subject and I do like cities. In focus today is København – or Copenhagen, also known as the King’s City (despite the fact [...]
Welcome! I'm Sophie - writer, dreamer, negotiator, wanderer, mum - in search of the world's curious places. Mostly with my daughters, sometimes solo. The girls share their take on it, too.
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Pets, pools and pennies at the Hemingway House, Key West -
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe – the real Narnia -
Atlantic Canada: Lively Lunenburg -
Canada Road Trip: Vancouver to Calgary, the Scenic Route -
Cape Byron Lighthouse
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Viva Bahia, a fabulous Majorca family hotel -
Greece: A guide for history buffs -
Norfolk Coast Path: horizons -
The lonely convent -
A taste of New Orleans
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The Guy: Thanks for the review. It sounds like a great priv...
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InsideJourneys: I\'d love to be on one of those Balinese beds righ...
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Mette - Italian Notes: Is it like washing gold in Legoland? Did you find ...
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Jackie Smith: Must keep this place in mind. Certainly looks lik...
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Johanna at ZigaZag: Please can I also go to the pool jacuzzi with Bali...
