My youngest daughter Catarina and I have just spent a few days in Majorca. We were in the north of the island, at Playa de Muro, far away from the party beaches down south – very, very far away – in distance as well as state of mind. We spent one long, lovely day in [...]
Easter traditions in Norway
Spring is finally in the air up here in the northern world, although it looks like snow will be on the ground for a few more days at least, to the delight of most. Easter, you see, means a 10-day-vacation – we’re in the middle of it right now – and skiing is an essential [...]
A spring morning in Munich with kids
I’ve been meaning to write a practical post on travelling with children, focusing on long inter-continental flights especially. It’s on my to-do list, has been for a while. And I will write it. But not today. However, I’ll share one of my tips now: wear them out. Worn-out kids, you see, fall asleep. Simple really. [...]
Arctic Sortland: Norway’s Blue Town
At 68° north, a fair distance above the Arctic Circle, is Sortland, Norway’s Blue Town. Sortland is the capital of the Vesterålen Archipelago; less famous, perhaps, than its neighbour to the south, the Lofoten Islands, yet just as stunning. But why is Sortland blue?
Almonds aren’t just almonds
Christmas is upon us; time for almonds. In Norway, almondy goodness is on the menu this time of year, in the form of marzipan and kransekake.
Add zing to your holiday in Goa’s spice plantations
Goa’s spice plantations provide more than just an afternoon’s diversion from the beach.You can also play Tarzan between the betelnut trees!
About Schnapps – the natural way
The Backer schnapps is all-natural, hand-made – in short, the good stuff. If further proof of quality is required, medals and awards abound.
A taste of Italy: Umbria Agriturismo il Mandoleto
Hello there, Alex here – again. During my recent visit in gorgeous Umbria, we stopped off for lunch at Agriturismo Il Mandoleto – a farm with apartments and a restaurant near Perugia. It was hands down one of the best meals I’ve ever had. We were greeted in a winter garden where we had appetizers: [...]
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...
