Exploring the French Alps: Annecy, Chamonix, Évian-les-Bains and La Clusaz
While I was living in Geneva as an expat, I had the chance to explore the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region in neighboring France. In this travel guide, I´ll share a few destinations that I visited in the French Alps during my time there, from the charming towns of Annecy or Chamonix, to the elegant Evian or La Clusaz ski resort. Also, I'll walk you through what and where to eat, where to stay and some day trip ideas. At the end of this post, I've also included a map so you can easily pinpoint all the locations mentioned here.
Nordic countries travel guide: top things to do in Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden
I love the Nordic countries, and I´ve been lucky to visit all of them -except for Finland - various times over the years be it on a solo travel, with friends, on a work trip or with our family campervan. These destinations have so much to offer that I thought it would be a good idea to do a recap of all those trips. In this Nordic countries travel guide you will find the top things to do in Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway or Sweden. At the end of this post, I've also included a map so you can easily pinpoint all the locations mentioned here.
Skiing in the French Pyrenees
I just returned from enjoying three wonderful days skiing in the French Pyrenees with my brother and it was so refreshing! After four years since the last time I skied, I'm glad to report that I survived and that I also had lots of fun and spent some quality time. We visited three ski stations in three days with my Dad's campervan. Follow our adventure!
Best things to do in Stockholm (travel guide + map)
Stockholm is the capital of Sweden and also one of the trendiest cities among the Nordic countries. If you're looking for cool vibes, plenty of sightseeing spots and lush nature, you came to the right place. In this travel guide, I'll walk you through everything you need to know, from the best things to do in Stockholm to where to eat and stay. At the end of this post, you'll also find a map with all the spots mentioned here for your ease of reference. Enjoy!
A day in the Stockholm archipelago: Vaxholm
Located just 35 km away from the capital of Sweden, Vaxholm (also referred to as Waxholm in Swedish) is considered the entry point to the Stockholm archipelago islands. Although this destination might be much more exciting in the summer, I decided to venture there during the cold Swedish winter. Read this post to learn what to see in Vaxholm, how to get there and much more.
Let it snow!
Since I moved to Tarija, the weather had been pretty mild despite the winter season. However, 'surazo' came and it started snowing. That was a rare sight in the city and a first in 65 years!
Foodie winter recipes
Surviving winter (and the flu) can be tough. That is why I would like to share some of the recipes that are hopefully helping me transition back to my healthy self.
Winter in St Cergue
St Cergue is a municipality in the district of Nyon in the canton of Vaud in Switzerland. Given its proximity to Geneva (only 40 mins away), I’ve been there a couple of times already, snowshoeing and skiing.
Ski day trip to Pennsylvania
Today I went on a ski day trip with friends to Liberty Mountain Resort in Pennsylvania, just 1h30 away from Washington DC. It was so much fun (and a bit scary) to ski again after soooo many years.
What to do in Iceland in 4 days
Are you traveling to Iceland soon and don't know where to start? First, let me tell you that this remote Nordic country is worth the trip. If you're a nature lover, this country has it all: from imposing glaciers and waterfalls to dangerous geysers and volcanic beaches, you'll be amazed by the spectacular landscapes. In this post I'll be sharing what to do in Iceland in four days, including a suggested itinerary and a map pinning all the locations. Ready to discover this fascinating land of ice and fire?
8 things to do in Iceland
Iceland is a country full of surprises: imposing glaciers and waterfalls, dangerous geysers and volcanic beaches will certainly leave you speechless. But there's much more to the land of ice and fire. In this post, I've rounded up 8 things to do in Iceland that you should definitely add to your travel bucket list when visiting this Nordic destination. Enjoy!
