Mårbacka in Sunne – a visit to Selma Lagerlöf's world

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Text and photo: Helena Bergström

Stepping into Mårbacka is like taking a journey back in time – while also taking part in an incredibly fascinating story. This is where Selma Lagerlöf lived, worked and wrote for much of her life. Today, visitors can take a guided tour through her home, learn about the author’s extraordinary life and discover the place where some of Sweden’s most beloved books were created.

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Midyat in southeastern Turkey – where TV series meet a thousand years of history

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Text and photo: Helena Bergström

In the heart of southeastern Turkey, where the plains of Mesopotamia meet limestone-clad hills, lies Midyat – a city that feels like a movie set even before you enter the old town.

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Why architects love Valencia (and why you will too)

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Writer: Helena Bergström

Valencia is not just a city - it is an architectural time machine. We recently visited this fine Spanish city - and one of the things that stands out is the architecture! From historic buildings in the Old Town to creations that seem to come from outer space.

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Europe's most fairytale cities - 10 places that feel like something out of a fantasy film

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Writer: Helena Bergström

Europe is full of cities that feel more like backdrops than real places.
From Alpine villages reflected in lakes to walled coastal towns and medieval alleyways, some places look like they belong in a fairytale. Here are 10 of the most fairytale-like cities in Europe that we've visited ourselves - and that really live up to the dream.

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7 Star Wars filming locations in Tunisia

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Writer: Helena Bergström

Do you like Star Wars? If so, when you visit Tunisia, you won't want to miss visiting some of these Star Wars filming locations. The environment of southern Tunisia is perfectly suited to visualise the arid planet Tatooine...

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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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Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe in Kassel – guide to Germany's unique water spectacle

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Writer: Helena Bergström

Updated: October 2026 | Over 750,000 liters of water rush through cascades, waterfalls and an old aqueduct – completely without pumps. We followed the spectacular water spectacle through Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe in Kassel, one of Germany's most impressive World Heritage Sites. The highlight was when the masses of water crashed down from the aqueduct. We have never experienced anything like it anywhere else in the world!

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Strada della Forra - Italy's most spectacular serpentine road

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Writer: Helena Bergström

If you want to experience a truly spectacular serpentine road, drive along Strada della Forra, on the north-west coast of Lake Garda, in Italy. As well as offering dramatic views and breathtaking moments, the road has played an important role in the James Bond film Quantum of Solace.

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Sigurtá and Borghetto Garden Park near Lake Garda

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Writer: Helena Bergström

Curious to discover a hidden gem near the popular Lake Garda in Italy? Then we recommend the magnificent Parco Giardino Sigurtá park and the historic village of Borghetto. These two places are located right next to each other and together make a very pleasant destination.

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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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