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Can you go camping in winter?

Writer: Marlene Rindå Jikita

Most people put their motorhomes and caravans away in the autumn and then take them out again in the spring. That's what we did as new motorhome owners, but not anymore. We bought winter tyres the second winter, so now we camp all year round. That's how we survive the winter.

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Things to do in Tozeur, Tunisia - 11 tips for a great desert city

Writer: Helena Bergström

Updated August 2026 | What to see and do in Tozeur, Tunisia? This desert city, located in the southwest of the country, serves as a starting point for desert adventures and visits to oases or Star Wars filming locations. Here you will find our best personal tips for things to see and do in this exciting part of Tunisia.

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Colourful in Bukhara, Uzbekistan - crafts, arts and dance

Writer: Helena Bergström

Some buildings in Bukhara, Uzbekistan, are sand-coloured and almost colourless. In stark contrast, everything else is: the carpets, the silk scarves, the long flowing skirts, the embroidered jackets and the ceramic dishes. It was an explosion of colour that hit us ...

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Sailing around Sicily – East Coast and Vulcano

Writer: Anki Palerby Hjelmqwist

Part 1: About goodbyes, friendship, the sea - and the constant movement of life.

Mid-April. It was those days before departure - full of laughter, fun and a touch of sadness. We had farewell dinners, bunkered the boat, and named “Pirate of the Year” in the harbour gang, after a paddle injury that has become somewhat legendary. When Janne's son joined us, we took one last trip ashore around our winter harbour in Marina di Ragusa in Sicily - Scicli, Modica, Punta Secca - and of course our favourite pizzeria in the square.

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Goose or St Martin? - a European feast with goose, candles and croissants

Writer: Helena Bergström

Did you know that the Scanian feast of St Martin the Goose is actually about the saint St Martin? And that this holiday is celebrated in many parts of Europe? In some countries, a ”goose dinner” is served and in others, candle processions or croissants are the order of the day...

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Travelling around Uzbekistan by train: arriving in beautiful Bukhara

Writer: Helena Bergström

Bukhara was the last stop on our train journey around Uzbekistan, and it was also the very best. Bukhara is an amazing city. Apart from seeing a wide range of sights here, it's also a cosy place for relaxed hanging out...

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Friday blog: Three continents in one week - trying to catch up

Writer: Helena Bergström

No, it wasn't this week that there were three continents in one week. It was probably the week before. But this is when we feel the effects of it... A bit of a stomach bug, a lot of sleep deprivation and lots of work to catch up on...

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Things to do in Douz - our 10 tips for the Gateway to the Sahara

Writer: Helena Bergström

Updated August 2026 | What to do in Douz, Tunisia? Douz is a classic desert town that is often called the ”gateway to the Sahara” – because the town is located right on the edge of the vast desert. This is the place for those who want to experience desert adventures, dromedaries and starry skies!

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7 Star Wars filming locations in Tunisia

Writer: Helena Bergström

Do you like Star Wars? If so, when you visit Tunisia, you won't want to miss visiting some of these Star Wars filming locations. The environment of southern Tunisia is perfectly suited to visualise the arid planet Tatooine...

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Aunt Anna and death - All Saints' Day and cemeteries of the world

Writer: Anna Nilsson Spets

So All Saints' Day has come to an end, in Sweden one of the finest holidays we have. Despite the darkness and the loss, it is a day filled with warmth, light and memories.

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