Are you looking for a quick getaway in Europe? Then look no further because we have the perfect plan for you – a weekend in Copenhagen. “Why Copenhagen?”, you may ask. Consistently considered one of the happiest cities in the world, the Danish capital offers a mix of everything a big modern city has, plenty of history and culture, plus all the Scandinavian charm. And they’re really into cycling, which is pretty…
Trondheim is a great choice for a weekend getaway in Norway. A city founded over 1000 years ago and a former capital, Trondheim has a compact center and an old town with a few enjoyable things to visit, all within walking distance. Two of Trondheim’s most prominent attractions are Nidaros cathedral and the old wharves, with the latter boasting the most famous views in the city. For us, Trondheim was…
Have you heard about Jersey? No? Truth is, most people haven’t, so let us make a brief introduction. Jersey is a small island between England and France, just off the coast of Normandy. It’s the largest of the Channel Islands and due to its proximity to both countries, a perfect weekend getaway opportunity. Seriously, it takes less than an hour to fly from London. Officially known as the Bailiwick of Jersey,…
Early this year we went on a winter weekend getaway to San Marino, the oldest republic in the world and the 3rd smallest country in Europe! San Marino is a tiny country completely surrounded by Italy but is not part of it, although they share a lot of common ground, including Italian as the official language. So, why visit San Marino? This hilly country is best-known for its beautiful capital…
The Alps are immensely beautiful and provide diverse landscapes and activities that we never get tired of. This year we finally made it there and spent a beautiful spring weekend in Chamonix, in the French Alps. Officially Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, this alpine valley town is the gateway to the famous Mont Blanc massif and its surroundings. With a range of activities all year-round, from snow sports in the winter to hiking or biking in the…
