Bordeaux sits in the southwest of France by the inlet to the river Garonne. That also made it a sensible [..]
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These chronicles are based on my own trips around Europe, with the focus on active travel and exploring both culture, history and fun activities!
Did you miss anything? Road trip planning and Camino Frances
We are halfway through February and earlier we suggested a road trip with pit stops for skiing in Scandinavia. There [..]
Read moreThe tranquility in Bordeaux and nearby Saint-Emilion in France
Bordeaux is known for its wine production. But that is the entire region of Bordeaux. However, the city of Bordeaux [..]
Read moreLetting gaze and palate feast in Lisbon and Sintra, in Portugal
Lisbon is placed on seven hills and I choose five of the districts among these to do my photography bonanza. [..]
Read moreFour steps to explore nature with your bike this summer
Have you heard about bikepacking? It is the combination of all-terrain bicycling and backpacking. That’s right, a way to travel [..]
Read moreNew sleeper trains coming this year
Some decades ago the number of sleeper trains were decreased. Steadily the number of routes that offered night services for [..]
Read moreFlixTrain expands to Sweden
FlixTrain is already a success in Germany with more than 25 connected destinations. From May 6th, the train operator will [..]
Read moreNew mobile Interrail pass is a success with 93% choosing it
We are approaching summer 2021 rapidly and the question many keen travellers are asking themselves is: Can I travel with [..]
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