Have you ever thought about sleeping in 5***** hotel in -5°C? If so, you should go to the north of Sweden, just 200 km north of the Arctic Circle. In the town of Jukkasjärvi you will find the largest Ice hotel in the world. Ice hotel is built every single year as the original piece […]
What do the Solar Maximum and Abisko in Sweden have in common? Both were almost unheard of three years ago but such is the interest in seeing the Northern Lights that discerning travellers have searched for the best places to hunt the Aurora Borealis and the trail has led them to Abisko. This guide explains […]
About the European Economic Area The European Economic Area (EEA) is made up of the 27 European Union (EU) countries, with the addition of Norway, Iceland and Lichtenstein – who are also participants in the EU’s single market. The EEA is actually pretty vast not just in terms of its size but also its population, […]
Oulanka National Park is considered the most beautiful and popular park in Finland. With its area of 270 km2 it is also the largest national park in the country. It was founded in 1956 and still maintains a beautiful and pristine Nordic nature. Oulanka National Park lies near the Russian border and the Arctic Circle, […]
From the height it looks a bit like UFO landing site. Shining glass balls situated in the snow and geometrically perfectly arranged in the middle of the forest… But in fact it is a glass igloo village Kakslauttanen, built by Finns in Lapland at Saariselkä ski resort, about 250 km above the Arctic Circle. Photo […]
Santa Claus Village is an amusement park in Finland. It is located in the northern part of the country, in Lapland, near the town of Rovaniemi on the Arctic Circle. Santa Claus Village was formed with only few wooden-cottages in 1950. Today it is a complex, which consists of several cafes, shops and refreshment facilities. […]
The Top 3 Most Enchanted Castles in Scotland
Scotland has a completely unique history and is unlike any other country. Scotland’s history has been particularly influenced by the Roman Empire and many of its traditions and existing heritage still refers back to Scotland’s medieval period. It was in this period that many of Scotland’s castles were built and these buildings still significantly shape […]
Castle Hotels in Europe: Plan a Royal Trip for You
While most of us dream of owning a castle the truth is many of us can afford to rent a room in a castle for a night or two. A few nights in a converted castle is like nothing else in this world, and if you’re looking for the perfect accommodation for you and your […]
The History of Beaumaris Castle | North Wales, UK
Beaumaris Castle is one of the most popular tourist destinations in North Wales with many visitors from St Davids Holiday Park in North Wales choosing it as their favourite local attraction. Beaumaris Castle is a medieval stone structure built by King Edward I as part of his campaign against the Welsh to conquer north wales. […]
Palmižana – holiday and honeymoon resort on the Island of Rosemary
Palmižana is a resort on the island of St. Klement. If you are visiting Hvar in Croatia then you must pay a visit to Palmižana as well. The island falls into Paklinski archipelago and definitely has beauty to it that leaves visitors awed. If you wish to get there, you can take a boat from […]
Emilia Romagna and Riviera Romagnola: the warm heart of Italy
The better thing to describe the country you’re living is to observe it from a different prospective. Only after you go outside your Home Country you can discover its features and its greatness. This is what happens to Emilia Romagna and Romagna Riviera (better known as Riviera Romagnola) in Italy: every time someone gets back […]
5 Dog Friendly Beaches In And Around St. Ives, Cornwall
For many people, pets are just like family. While parents are always eager to find safe, family-friendly attractions for their children, pet owners are often eager to find pet-friendly destinations outside of the home. If you traveling to St. Ives, you will definitely want to make the beach a priority. Thankfully, there are plenty of […]
Tips for Planning Your Family Ski Holiday
If you’ve never been on a ski holiday before, booking your first one can be a bit overwhelming. With so much to think about it can be easy to forget something important or get something wrong, and the last thing you want is for your holiday to be ruined because of it! Ski holidays tend […]
The Top 10 European Ski Resorts
Europe remains a key continent for ski enthusiasts, with a proliferation of resorts. It’s fair to say that new resorts are being opened at regular intervals, although the quality of those destinations can vary somewhat. I enjoy a variety of winter sports and have been fortunate enough to visit a number of leading resorts. Here […]
7 Of The Best French Ski Resorts For 2013
France is the most popular tourist destinations in the world. According to the UNWTO, 79.5 million tourists arrived in France in 2011. From Paris and Versailles to the French Riviera and the Alps, France abounds in tourist attractions. For Britishers, France has been the traditional destination for skiing holidays. Each year, millions of British tourists […]
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