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Facts about the Czech Republic - 30 things you (might) not know

Writer: Peter Bergström

Updated: September 2026 | The Czech Republic is often associated with Prague, beautiful castles and perhaps most of all, beer. But the country has also given the world the sugar cube, soft contact lenses and the very word ”robot”. It is also home to strange works of art, spas with a royal history, an astronomical clock from the Middle Ages and traces of Swedish soldiers in a surprisingly large number of places.

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Facts about Hungary - 30 things you (might) not have known

Writer: Peter Bergström

Updated: September 2026 | Facts about Hungary! Here we offer 30 things you (maybe) didn't know about the country of goulash, paprika, Tokaj wine and lovely thermal baths. But Hungary is also the country where the Rubik's Cube was created, where shepherds still ride across the puszta and where one of the world's most special languages is spoken.

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Facts about Sicily - 30 things you (might) not have known

Updated: September 2026 | Facts about Sicily! Did you know that the island has seven World Heritage Sites, Europe's largest opera house, a volcano that is one of the world's most active and a chestnut tree with a world record? Here we offer 30 interesting, fun and sometimes a little strange facts about Sicily.

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Facts about Albania - 30 things you (might) not have known

Writer: Peter Bergström

Updated August 2026 | Facts about Albania! We traveled one summer with our camper along the Albanian coast and it was a real adventure. Here you will find beautiful untouched beaches, affordable restaurants, friendly people and dramatic nature.

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Facts about Estonia - 30 things you (might) not know

Writer: Peter Bergström

Updated: August 2026 | Estonia is a small country with a surprising amount to tell. It is home to one of Europe's most digitalized societies, an island with a unique female-led culture, traces of several hundred years of Swedish history, and a meteorite crater formed by a violent impact thousands of years ago.

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What to eat in Croatia? - 25 classic dishes you must try

Writer: Helena Bergström

Updated: May 2026 | What do you eat in Croatia? We list 25 Croatian specialties and tell you about our experiences with Croatian food. In Croatia you can find everything from grilled fish and lamb to truffles and local cheeses. Come and taste Croatia!

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Facts about Switzerland - 30 things you (might) not have known

Writer: Peter Bergström

Switzerland is often associated with high alpine peaks, punctual trains, exclusive watches, chocolate and cheese. But the country also offers a lot of more unexpected stories. Velcro and instant coffee were developed here, the world's first LSD trip took place on a bicycle and you are not allowed to keep a single guinea pig here.

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Facts about Belgium - 30 things you (maybe) didn't know ...

Writer: Peter Bergström

Updated: September 2026 | Belgium is a relatively small country that has left a surprisingly large mark on the world. It is home to the saxophone, chocolate, the Smurfs and an important precursor to the Big Bang Theory. Belgians have also given us Bakelite and BMI, while another Belgian changed the way the world was drawn on maps.

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Irish whiskey - & pubs and beer in Ireland

Writer: Peter Bergström

Irish whiskey is loved by many, as is the culture of pubs and beer in Ireland. We experienced Ireland as one of Europe's most beautiful islands, with its intense green colours and dramatic nature. We travelled around Ireland for three weeks and we got to experience fantastic ruined castles, castles, breathtaking nature and of course the pub life with the laughter, music, whiskey, beer and drinks. Here is some liquid from Ireland!

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Facts about France - 30 things you (might) not have known

Writer: Peter Bergström

Updated: September 2026 | France is a country we love to return to. Over the years, we have traveled around here for several months, mainly by camper van, and discovered everything from the Atlantic coast and the Mediterranean to mountains, vineyards, historic cities and the odd French phenomenon. Here we have collected 30 fun, surprising and interesting facts about France.

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