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Things to do in Athens – from ancient columns to Greek folk life

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Writer: Peter Bergström

Updated: September 2026 | What to see and do in Athens? The Greek capital is of course filled with ancient temples and ruins, but we also discovered cozy neighborhoods, folk life, street art, delicious Greek food and rooftop bars with views of the Acropolis. Here are our best tips after a few intense days in Athens.

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What to do in Sirmione - 12 tips for a gem on Lake Garda

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Writer: Helena Bergström

Updated August 2026 | There is a lot to see and do in Sirmione on Lake Garda, on holiday. This gem offers, among other things, a historic castle, ruins from the Roman era, cozy alleys and nice outdoor cafes. Here we offer our best, personal tips!

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Visiting the castle of Caserta in Italy - one of the largest castles in the world

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Writer: Helena Bergström

If you're travelling in the south of Italy, don't miss visiting the Castle of Caserta! This royal palace is one of the largest in the world - with 1200 rooms and five floors. What's more, there's an incredible castle park here, which is almost three kilometres long.

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Visiting Pompeii - a time capsule from the year 79

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Writer: Helena Bergström

Updated August 2026 | Visiting Pompeii is a once in a lifetime experience. A well-structured and well-developed Roman city disappeared in a single day, and digging it up is like travelling straight back to 79 AD. Incredibly fascinating!

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Small towns in Marche – Fabriano, Fermo, Ripatransone and Tolentino

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Writer: Jonathan Gharbi de Maré

The Marche region offers many beautiful small towns and here are some that you can visit but there will also be wine tasting and food of course. It feels a bit like whatever you do in Italy, it will be something special and so it was during the trip in Marche. 

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Visiting Santu Antine - Sardinia's king of nuraghi

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Writer: Helena Bergström

Visiting Santu Antine in Sardinia is surprisingly exciting. We didn't have high expectations, but afterwards we left full of historical fascination and lots of new knowledge.

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Urbino and truffle hunting – experiences in the Italian Marche

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Writer: Jonathan Gharbi de Maré

Below Bologna, along the Adriatic coast, lies the Marche region. The area is known for its rich history and culture from Roman times to the Renaissance. There are many small picturesque towns to visit as well as abundant vineyards and small-scale farms.

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Visiting the Chauvet cave in France - with 36,000-year-old paintings

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Writer: Helena Bergström

Visiting the Chauvet Cave in France, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is incredibly fascinating. In fact, it is Chauvet Cave 2 you visit - a replica of the real cave. After all, you can't expose the 36,000-year-old artefacts to hordes of visitors. The solution is impressive and offers a dizzying journey through time.

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Visiting La Couvertoirade in France - a fortified knightly town

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Writer: Helena Bergström

We highly recommend visiting La Couvertoirade in France, if you are driving in the neighbourhood. This well-preserved fortified town was once owned by the Knights Templar, and is now a popular destination filled with charming little restaurants and shops. Coming here is like stepping straight into the Middle Ages!

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Visiting La Romieu in France - a gem of Unesco heritage and feline legend

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Writer: Helena Bergström

Visiting La Romieu in France! We were looking for a campsite with a washing machine and were surprised by a charming village with a pilgrimage route, Unesco heritage and a medieval legend about cats. What's more, the campsite turned out to be a real gem!

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