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5 Days in Istanbul: What We Loved, What We’d Do Differently & Travel Tips
Destination: Istanbul, Türkiye Area we stayed: Fatih / Şehzadebaşı Flights: Direct from Oslo Airport transfer: Pre-booked Cards accepted: Almost everywhere Cash needed: Yes, especially for markets Would we go back? Absolutely Why We Chose to Spend 5 Days in Istanbul. Istanbul had been in my pocket list for years. As a Greek who grew up…
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Where We Saw Sloths, Monkeys and Other Stunning Wildlife in Costa Rica: The Honest Traveler’s Guide
Where to See Costa Rica Wildlife: Sloths, Monkeys, Toucans and More If there is one thing Costa Rica is famous for, it is definitely its wildlife. Sure, you will find beautiful beaches, volcanoes, waterfalls and rainforests, but if I am being completely honest, I don’t think people visit Costa Rica for the beaches alone. Unless…
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Where to Eat in Lisbon: Every Café, Brunch & Restaurant We Tried
Here you will where to eat in Lisbon, along with my honest review. My friends and I visited Lisbon in late March believing it would most probably be a cute, sunny spring getaway. Especially for me, living in Oslo, it always feels important to escape to the warmer side of Europe around this time of…
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How I Planned My 4 Days in Lisbon (Including a Day Trip to Porto)
This is how I planned 4 days in Lisbon, Portugal including one day trip to Porto. My friends and I have an agreement: one girls’ trip every year, no excuses. Last year, we chose Tromsø for winter adventures, frozen fingers and the chance to see the Northern Lights. This year, we decided to go for…
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What I Packed for 5 Days in Tromsø in January
If you’re wondering what to pack for Tromsø in winter, this is the packing list I wish I had before my trip. The packing list I wish I had before my trip. I had been thinking about writing this packing list for Tromsø in winter (basically from November to February) for quite a long time…
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Best Months to Visit Tromsø: A Seasonal Guide
I was always wondering about the best time to visit Tromsø and whether winter was really the right choice. On one hand, you have the whales migrating through the fjords, and on the other hand, you have the northern lights, which only appear during specific months of the year. During summer, northern Norway experiences the…
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How Expensive Is Tromsø?
How expensive is Tromsø? The magical Tromsø, so far up in the north, is known for its stunning landscapes, dramatic mountains, incredible northern lights activity, and of course, being one of the most popular destinations in Norway. But is Tromsø actually expensive?The answer is both yes and no. It really depends on your pocket list…
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4 Activities We Did in Tromsø (Ranked From Best to Worst)
Best Things to Do in Tromsø: My Personal Ranking If you’re looking for the best things to do in Tromsø, here’s my honest ranking of every activity we tried during our winter trip. Living in Norway for four years, I finally got the chance to visit one of the most popular destinations in Northern Scandinavia:…
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What I Packed for Costa Rica (And What I Regret Bringing)
Costa Rica Packing List: What I Actually Used This Costa Rica packing list is based on what I packed for our two-week honeymoon road trip and what I wish I had left at home. While I was romantically planning our Costa Rica honeymoon, imagining all the cute swimwear I would buy and wear a different…
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5 Activities I Wouldn’t Skip in Costa Rica
Best Things to Do in Costa Rica for Adventure Lovers If you’re looking for the best things to do in Costa Rica, these are the activities I personally wouldn’t skip during a two-week road trip. From jungle hikes and waterfalls to volcano trails, zip-lining and rafting, the number of outdoor activities you can do here…