How far are you really prepared to go to get away from everyday life? For Jesper Skarman from Malmö, the answer was 600 kilometers – on skis through storms, whiteouts and the realm of polar bears in Svalbard.
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Taking the Little Canal Cruise on the Göta Canal has long been on our bucket list. The classic cruise between Söderköping and Motala aboard the M/S Wilhelm Tham offers a unique combination of history, nature experiences, lock-walking and gastronomy. And after experiencing the trip ourselves, we really understand why the Göta Canal attracts so many people every year.
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Updated: July 2026 | What to see and do in Iceland? This Nordic island is one of Europe's most spectacular destinations. Volcanoes, glaciers, waterfalls, hot springs and a dramatic landscape meet in a relatively small area. We share our best tips for your trip.
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What to see and do in Georgia? This is a country that truly surprises, with an exciting mix of dramatic landscapes, historical sights and a food culture that is quickly becoming a favorite. Whether you are attracted by mountains, wine regions or lively cities, there are plenty of experiences to fill your trip with.
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Thoughts and reflections about women's rights and injustices in the world were there somewhere early in my life, like a sprawling snake's nest, and they came to the surface and were tied together nicely when I attended Färnebo folk high school - and not least with the trip to the village of Ruwangwe in northern Zimbabwe, says
Stina Nilsson Bassell.
The weeks that followed were just as wonderfully rich in content as you dream of when you leave - new places, new views and constantly new impressions. The sun was usually with us and the heat crept up, but out at sea the wind cooled down nicely, like a really nice summer day at home in Sweden.
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Opening on 7 March 2026 Adventure - The Adventure Museum in the centre of Stockholm. The new museum celebrates adventure, expeditions and people's drive to explore the world - and themselves. We have scouted out the museum!
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We are on our way to Ségou, Mali's second largest city in modern times, but before we get there we stop in the old Ségou; Ségou-Koro which is half an hour's drive ahead.
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The morning starts chilly at The Sleeping Camel in Mali's capital Bamako, breakfast consisting of those eternal boring baguettes with honey or jam. The coffee is good so it curls on the tongue and the bisap juice with ginger is delicious. Bisap is made from the flowers of the roselle hibiscus and contains a lot of nutrients.
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The travel warning is written in angry red at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs: travel advice in the weeks before travelling to Mali. Swedes are urged to leave the country, warned of kidnappings and armed attacks. I see the country that has been at the top of my bucket list disappearing into the periphery.
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