Latvia is a country in the Baltic region of Northern Europe. It is bordered by Estonia to the north, by Lithuania to the south, by the Russian Federation to the east, and by Belarus to the southeast. Across the Baltic Sea lies Sweden. The territory of Latvia covers 64,589 km2 and it has a temperate […]
Sweden is the third largest country by area in European Union (after France and Spain), located on the Scandinavian Peninsula in Northern Europe. It is bordering with Norway to the west and Finland to the northeast, and has also water borders with Denmark, Germany and Poland to the south and Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Russia […]
Sarek National Park is Sweden’s second largest national park bordering Padjelanta national park which is located 20 km from Kvikkjokk. It is the largest area of unspoilt countryside in Europe. There are mountains, glaciers, deep valleys, rich flora and fauna. In the park there are no shelters for tourists, hunting and fishing is forbidden. The […]
Mullsjö Alpin is one of the best ski resorts in Sweden. It is located in the southern part of the country, northwest of Lake Vättern, about 20 km west of Mullsjö. Mullsjö Alpine Ski Center offers visitors a total of 6 ski slopes, 2 blue, 2 red, 1 green and 1 black. The resort also […]
Dumme Mosse Nature Reserve is fairly unspoilt and one of the largest wetlands in Sweden, located a few miles west of Jönköping. This is a huge area of wetlands (approx. 3,500 ha), where you can find the rarest plant species typical for these places. You can see there for example, infertile swamps of various types, […]
Rock paintings (petroglyphs) is a unique work of art located in Tanum, Sweden, near the borders with Norway. It is the largest flat rock of Nordic Bronze Age petroglyphs in Scandinavia. The paintings are found on several stone blocks. They have a rich and diverse themes. Showing people, animals, weapons, boats and other objects. There […]
Drottningholm Palace (Drottningholms slott) is a private royal residence located on one of the outlying islands of Stockholm (Lovön), right on the shores of Lake Mälaren. The palace was built by John III of Sweden in 1580 for his queen, Catherine Jagellon. The Queen Dowager Regent Hedwig Eleonora, widow of Charles X Gustav, bought the […]
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 […]
Affordable chalet breaks for adrenaline seeking skiers
In mountain resorts across Europe, advanced skiers can test their nerve on a wonderfully varied range of challenging terrain. From steep pistes and deep powder to snow-parks with half-pipes, kickers and rails to hit, Europe’s ski resorts have a massive amount to offer. Although skiing can be an expensive sport, adrenaline-seekers don’t have to break […]
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 […]
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