The Vasa Ship Museum is one of Stockholm’s biggest attractions, and for a few good reasons. One one hand, the Vasa is the only ship from the 17th century that still exists. On the other, after laying hidden under water for 333 years, the ship was brought to life and could finally tell its tragic story. Table …
Interview With Debbra Dunning Brouillette from “Tropical Travel Girl”
According to Shakespeare, it is not in the stars to hold our destiny but in ourselves. Debbra Dunning Brouillette decided early on in her life that nothing was going to keep her away from the tropics. Not even being born and living most of her adult life far away from them. Here is my interview with Debbra, …
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Interview With Eva Fydrych, the Art Director of “Fashion Studio Magazine”
My guest today is Eva Fydrych, the art director and founder of Fashion Studio Magazine. an influential website and a powerful source of information for people in the fashion industry around the world. Eva is also a passionate traveler who blogs about her journeys. 1. Tell us a little about yourself: Who are you? Where are …
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Sparreholm Castle – a Collector’s Dream Come True
The great thing about being invited on press trips is not that you get free meals, or free lodging. It’s the fact that you get to experience places that only few people do, when they travel. And if you are lucky enough to have a knowledgeable tour guide, then you may get a very different perspective on the culture and history of those places. …
Gripsholm Castle – a Royal Fortress Full of Surprises
About 70 km west of Stockholm, in the little town of Marifred in the municipality of Strängnäs, lies one of Sweden’s most prominent and beloved estates: Gripsholm Castle. Of all the castles in Sweden, Gripsholm seems to be the biggest crowd-puller. With its red brick walls and green copper domes, the elegant structure surrounded by the calm waters …
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Guide to Visiting Strängnäs – Sweden Off the Beaten Path
The quiet town of Strängnäs may not be on the list of famous Swedish destinations, but its idilic location on the shores of Lake Mälaren make it a very attractive place to visit. Strängnäs is one of Sweden’s oldest towns. The town dates back to the Middle Ages, when it was a church administrative center.
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12 Romantic Things to Do in Riga for Couples
There is a good reason why Riga is becoming an increasingly popular destination lately: so much to see, so many things to do. Since 1991, when Latvia regained its independence, Riga has flourished like no other city in the Baltic region. The vibrant and cosmopolitan city that that you see today has little to no resemblance to Latvia’s …
Rixwell Centra Hotel – Good Value in the Middle of Old Town Riga
Location, location, location. Set in an Art Nouveau-style building dating from 1884, Rixwell Centra is a budget hotel right in the middle of Old Town Riga, within walking distance from all the attractions. Its proximity to a big shopping mall, museums, great restaurants, pubs and live music bars, make Rixwell Centra a great choice for a visit to Riga. So in case you …
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Interview with Michelle, from “Michwanderlust”
My guest for this month’s “Travel Bloggers Interviews” series is Michelle, the editor, writer and photographer of “Michwanderlust,” a travel record of her adventures. 1. Tell us a little about yourself: Who are you? Where are you from? I’m Michelle, born and raised in the tiny island nation of Singapore. I’m a lawyer by profession and a …
