We went on an island safari on the German island of Usedom. What a wonderful experience! We spent a whole day out in a Land Rover and got to see parts of the island that you might not otherwise get to see – nature reserves, lakes and historic buildings. We also enjoyed cosy stops for food and mulled wine, and an adventurous ride on the roof...!
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Should we even share this tip, or should we keep it a secret...? It only takes 6-8 hours by ferry from southern Sweden, and then you're in a holiday paradise with miles of sandy beaches, beautiful spa hotels with German seaside resort architecture and countless opportunities for food and nature experiences. Could it be too good to be true?
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We were going to take the late-night ferry from Poland to Sweden after our trip to Usedom. We had checked out of the hotel, taken a taxi through two countries, checked in for the ferry and were just about to board... when we discovered that both our mobile phones were missing. One of them was located relatively quickly, but not the other. The gangway was about to be pulled away. What should we do? We decided not to board...
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Why is it called that? I love thinking about different words and their origins, and after all these years together, I've got Peter to join me in my word games. He also wonders... why is it actually called that?
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We are currently on our last trip abroad this year, and it is nice that it is a relatively quiet trip in a peaceful environment. It has been a hectic year of travelling for us, there is no denying that. Peaceful beaches in the low season, good food and wellness... this is just the right trip for us right now!
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We have purchased a new cool box: Smart Living Cool 50. We chose this one because it has wheels and handles, so we can easily move it between the motorhome and the houseboat. We need a cool box that can handle both roads and waves!
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The Christmas tree stands so green and beautiful in the cottage... No... not at my place, not for the last 30 years. I refuse to celebrate Christmas. In my childhood home, there were strict rules about Christmas decorations: where, when and how.
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Updated: October 2026 | Are you looking for a city weekend in December? Then there are plenty of European cities that offer Christmas lights, decorated squares, cozy restaurants and atmospheric Christmas markets. We recommend twelve cities that we have visited ourselves and that are perfect for a December trip – from medieval alleys in Tallinn to outdoor cafes by the Adriatic Sea in Split.
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Last Thursday was the day of Travel News Market 2025 – the travel industry's major annual trade fair and meeting place in Stockholm. We have been there every time since the event started in 2016, and for us this is an important day for maintaining and creating contacts and collaborations in the industry.
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What a week! (Again) We imagined we would be able to enjoy peace and quiet at home on the houseboat, but it has been full of events, projects and work. And now we are getting ready for a new trip ...!
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