Did you think the capital of Switzerland is called Zurich? Or maybe Geneva? If so, you're not alone! Many tourists coming to Bern are surprised to hear that this lovely little town is the capital of Switzerland, but that's exactly what it is. Here we took a refreshing swim in the river Aare, which surrounds almost the entire city.
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We have now visited Geneva in Switzerland, the city that can be called the City of Peace and Freedom. Here we have checked out the Red Cross Museum and strolled around the Old Town. We also hung out at a really cosy campsite right next to Lake Geneva. Here are our top tips for those planning to visit Geneva.
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Today we're sharing 15 things to do in Salzburg, Austria. We've spent a few intense days in this beautiful city, doing everything from cable cars and castles to beer, shopping and a Mozart Candle Light Dinner. Here are our top tips for visiting this beautiful Austrian city!
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We visited the Czech spa town of Karlovy Vary, or Karlsbad as it is called in German. This spa town in the Czech Republic is probably the most beautiful town we have seen ever. It feels almost unreal to walk around the 18th century houses, columns, fountains, spas and parks. If you get the chance to travel here sometime - do it!
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After our trip to Bodö, we can really recommend this beautiful place! In addition, we have become keen to see more of Northern Norway ourselves. Here is our guide to Bodö, where we have collected tips on things to do, excursions and places to stay. If you want to get here, you can drive by car or motorhome - or fly directly from Stockholm in 1.5 hours.
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Belfast is the largest city in Northern Ireland, yet it's not too big to easily walk around the main sights. This exciting city offers pleasant neighbourhoods, atmospheric pubs and lots of street art. There are also attractions such as the HMS Caroline and the Titanic Museum. Here are 10 things to see and do in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
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Riga is just a short boat ride or flight from Stockholm - perfect for a weekend or mini break! But which of Riga's attractions are not to be missed? We've visited this beautiful city several times and now we're gathering our tips for things to see and do in Riga.
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Here is a post on tips for things to see and do in Marrakech. We will soon be travelling to Morocco again - for the third time! This time we are travelling to Agadir and it will be interesting, because we have never been there before. However, we have been to Marrakech twice. We've written a lot about this colourful and exciting city before, but we've never put it all in one place. So here it is: 12 things to see and do in Marrakech!
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What to do in Hoi An, Vietnam? We visited this charming Vietnamese town on our honeymoon in 2007 and were so enamoured that we stayed for almost two weeks.
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In the summer of 2006 we spent a few exciting days in Bangkok. Peter and I (Helena) arrived by plane from Beijing and slept one night in Bangkok before it was time to meet Peter's two sons Robin and Billie. They flew themselves from Sweden. Now our journey changed - from travelling alone on the Trans-Siberian Railway through Siberia and Mongolia, it was time for a family holiday in Thailand.
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