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Lovely boat trip to Saria Island in Karpathos, Greece

A lovely boat trip to Saria Island in Karpathos! We boarded from the resort of Diafani in the morning, and then were out almost a full day. Saria turned out to be a gem with crystal clear water and the opportunity for both snorkelling and historical sights.

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Visiting the castle of Rhodes Town - Palace of Grand Master of Knights

What is it like to visit the castle in Rhodes Town? The Palace of Grand Master of Knights is an incredibly impressive building, located in the centre of the charming old town, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Things to do in Uzbekistan - 30 sights and experiences

What to see and do in Uzbekistan? This Central Asian country offers a dreamy glimpse of the Silk Road, historical sights, Unesco World Heritage sites, handicrafts, nature, good food and much more. Find all our top tips here.

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Belfast - from war zone to holiday destination

Guest writer: Roksana Corswant

It is during a trip to Ireland that my travelling companion and I decide to take the bus from the capital of the Republic of Ireland, Dublin, to the capital of Northern Ireland, Belfast.

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Chemnitz, Germany - European Capital of Culture 2025

Guest writer: Björn Erik Gustavsson

An elderly woman at the newsagent's at Chemnitz central station snorts loudly as the person in front of her gets her cigarettes and leaves.

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Discover Adelsö - a hidden gem in Lake Mälaren

Guest writer: Miss Lopez

This summer, I have the pleasure of spending a few wonderful days on Adelsö, one of the hidden gems of Lake Mälaren. With its sparkling waters, lush nature and rich history, every moment on the island was a memorable experience. Join me as I share my personal adventures and discoveries on this idyllic island.

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Visiting Hälsingland Farms - 7 Unesco World Heritage Farms

What is it like to visit Hälsingland farms? The amazing Hälsingland farms are on the UNESCO World Heritage List, and seven farms have been selected to represent the World Heritage. We decided to visit all seven!

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Historical sites outside Antalya - St Nicholas and the history of Santa Claus

Guest writer: Jonathan Gharbi de Maré

We continue to explore the Turkish Mediterranean coast around Antalya and visit the smaller towns that are best reached by car through the beautiful surroundings. If you visit Antalya and have a week to spend, visit some of the historical sites, you will not regret it. 

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What to do in Bukhara, Uzbekistan - 17 tips for the Silk Road city

What to see and do in Bukhara, Uzbekistan? Once an important trading post along the Silk Road, this city has a stunning city centre, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here are our top tips for things to see and do in Bukhara - a magically beautiful city!

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Aunt Anna at the Royal Central African Museum Tervuren, Belgium

Guest writer: Anna Nilsson Spets

Belgium, the country where I have lived for 15 years, has a sad piece of colonial history in what is now the Democratic Republic of Congo, then the Belgian Congo.

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