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Thoronet Abbey in Provence – medieval monastery from the 12th century

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Writer: Helena Bergström

Updated: September 2026 | Thoronet Abbey, Abbaye du Thoronet, is one of the best-preserved Cistercian monasteries in Provence. It was built in the 12th and 13th centuries and impresses with its simple architecture, beautiful light and special atmosphere. We stopped during a motorhome trip through southern France and also got a welcome break from the 35-degree heat.

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Île Sainte-Marguerite – excursion from Cannes to the Lérins Islands

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Writer: Helena Bergström

Updated: September 2026 | Île Sainte-Marguerite is just a short boat ride from Cannes, but offers a completely different world with pine forests, turquoise blue waters, small bathing coves and historic Fort Royal. We took a day trip to the largest of the Lérins Islands and had a day of swimming, luxury yachts, a broken sandal and the man in the iron mask.

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Things to do in Cannes – 10 tips on the French Riviera

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Writer: Helena Bergström

Updated: September 2026 | What is there to see and do in Cannes on the French Riviera? We have visited the city three times and like the combination of luxury, beaches, film history and charming old quarters. Here, huge luxury yachts and exclusive hotels coexist with winding alleys, small restaurants and swimming pools in the middle of town. Here are our best tips for Cannes.

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By motorhome in Liguria – our experiences and tips

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Writer: Helena Bergström

Updated: August 2026 | Liguria by motorhome can offer dramatic coastal landscapes, seaside resorts and charming Italian towns – but also some challenges. When we travelled along the Ligurian coast in the middle of the high season, we experienced narrow roads, heavy traffic and difficulties finding both parking and a campsite for our 7.3-metre long motorhome.

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Umbria in Italy – experiences in the green heart of Italy

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Writer: Helena Bergström

Updated: August 2026 | We have to admit that we fell a little in love with Umbria. Here, green hills, olive groves and sunflower fields spread out between historic towns and small villages, and the pace often feels calmer than in many of Italy's most visited tourist areas. We traveled through Umbria by camper, spent several days at Lago Trasimeno and enjoyed nature, boating, local food and rural accommodation. Here we share our experiences and tips from Italy's green heart.

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Why not rent a motorhome in Italy? - A great motorhome country

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Writer: Helena Bergström

Why not rent a motorhome in Italy? We are in Italy right now with our motorhome, and we have to say that this is a great country for travelling by motorhome. If you don't have your own motorhome, consider flying in and renting a motorhome there.

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Chioggia in Italy – ”Little Venice” with canals and beach life

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Writer: Helena Bergström

Updated: August 2026 | Chioggia is a charming town in Veneto in northeastern Italy, with canals, bridges, fishing boats and old houses just south of Venice. The town is sometimes called ”Little Venice”, but has a much more casual and local atmosphere. We visited Chioggia by camper, walked along the canals, ate seafood and combined the city visit with beach life in Sottomarina.

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Lago di Braies in the Dolomites – tips for your visit

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Writer: Helena Bergström

Updated: August 2026 | Lago di Braies is one of the most photographed lakes in the Dolomites, with turquoise waters, dramatic mountains and the well-known wooden pier with rowing boats. The lake is located in South Tyrol in northern Italy and is called Pragser Wildsee in German.

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Zell am See in summer – 11 experiences between mountain and lake

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Writer: Helena Bergström

Updated: October 2026 | The Austrian town of Zell am See is perhaps best known as a ski resort, but don't miss experiencing Zell am See in the summer! The town is surrounded by high alpine peaks and is wonderfully situated on the beautiful Lake Zeller See. Here you can take lifts up to the peaks to hike and enjoy the view, as well as sunbathe, swim or take boat trips on the lake.

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To the top of the Kitzsteinhorn in Austria

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Writer: Helena Bergström

Updated: September 2026 | Kitzsteinhorn at Zell am See-Kaprun offers a real high-altitude experience, with cable cars all the way up to 3,029 meters above sea level. We went up on a summer day and were greeted by fantastic views of the Alps, snow in the middle of summer and a sledding hill that turned out to be one of the most fun surprises of the trip.

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