Japan Travel Diary: Last Week
I didn’t plan to write a 5th entry for this series. But, as it’s nearly impossible to travel the world right now due to this damn virus, I find myself missing Japan.
Swedish Store Signs
There’s something particularly charming about old store signs. They have history, character, and craftsmanship that most store signs today lack. I’ve spotted plenty of these vintage store signs over the years. Whenever I visit Sweden, I keep an eye out…
Where Can I Go With My Norwegian Passport?
Current Norwegian passports are red in colour, with the coat of arms of Norway emblazoned in the top left of the front cover. The passport, along with the national identity card allows for the freedom of movement in any of…
Japan Travel Diary: Week 4
Somebody once told me Nordic countries and Japan have a lot in common in the way we see life. We like minimalist stuff, we find happiness in the little things, and we have great eyes for design. I don’t disagree.…
Portugal’s Coffee: A Sumptuous and Delectable Treat
When we say coffee, Portugal isn’t always the first country that comes to mind. That’s why it shocked me the first time I went to Portugal just how much the Portugese love their coffee! I sat at this little cafe…
This Is How I Kill Time at Airports
You turn up to the airport with plenty of time before your flight boards, only to discover, to your horror, that your flight has been delayed by several hours! Going home or back to your hotel isn’t really an option,…
Japan Travel Diary: Week 3
What about moving away from Tokyo a little? I’m standing in front of a famous canal in Osaka. It travels through rows of buildings, and tourists get to enjoy the sight of the city from the vantage point of a…
A Month in Southeast Asia’s Hidden Gem: Laos
Laos definitely doesn't come close to the fames of its neighbours, such as Thailand or Vietnam, when it comes to international tourism. And yet, if you're looking for a fully rustic experience travelling across Southeast Asia, Laos is the place…
10 Things to Do in Thailand (Other Than Visiting the Beaches)
Did you know? Thailand was once referred to as “Venice of the East”. This was due to the many original buildings that were built on stilts over the Chao Phraya River as well as the many meandering canals that were…
Japan Travel Diary: Week 2
In Japan, when people eat a good bowl of ramen, they slurp. I have to admit, I’ve done my fair share of ramen-slurping in Japan. Starting in Tokyo, of course. The ramen shops here are tiny, but the quality is…