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Sustainable trips to Finland
Best tips for a happier journey Planning a trip to Finland but worried about the impact of your travel? Yes, it’s true that we’re located off the beaten path — Finland is not the easiest location to reach. That’s why we’ve collected a few ways you can make more mindful choices when you reach us, so you know for sure the journey has been worth it. Stay longer It’s better to take fewer, longer trips to curb your travel emissions. You don’t need to have fewer travel days — just think about how you …
The European Pioneer in Sustainable Tourism: Middelfart
Middelfart, a Danish city is the 2022 European Destination of Excellence Middelfart, a Danish city on the island of Funen, is the 2022 European Destination of Excellence . The European Destination of Excellence initiative is a competition aimed at rewarding and recognizing smaller European destinations that are sustainable tourism pioneers in paving the way for a greener future in tourism. Destinations from across Europe apply to be awarded the title of European Destination of Excellence and …
Birdwatching in the Baltics
Your guide to a Baltic adventure I was jetlagged, so starting at four in the morning, I lay awake in my bed. The Latvian rain was falling in sheets, a constant drumbeat on the canopy of trees, mossy forest floor, and bushes that stood just beyond the window of my eco-lodge. Since it was spring, the first light of dawn broke at around seven, and with the appearance of the sun, the rain stopped, the clouds parted, and I heard the gorgeous sound that I’d come for: the twitter of birds. In the …
Art in the Estonian forest
Creative workshops for paper and wood Estonia has one of the lowest population densities in Europe. Over 50% of the country is covered in forests. Wild, untouched nature is essential to the Estonian identity. It’s no surprise that many Estonian handicrafts feature components sourced from the forest and take inspiration directly from the natural world. Traditional Estonian homes, boats, and saunas use wood, especially from the abundant birch and pine trees. The smoke sauna tradition of Võromaa …
Denmark's charming cycling routes
Explore Europe's pedaling paradise on two wheels Denmark and cycling really do go hand-in-hand — with its flat terrain, picturesque landscapes, and well-maintained cycling paths, Denmark is a cycling paradise . Whether you're a casual rider or a seasoned cyclist seeking adventure, Denmark’s 11 national cycling routes cater to every preference and skill level. Panoramic views included! Take a journey on some of Denmark's most scenic cycling routes , promising not only beautiful nature but also a …
Hungary on two wheels
Explore the Hungarian waterfront by bike Hungary has something for every cyclist in its rich and diverse countryside. Whether it's a pleasant, flat ride or conquering the hills, Hungary's beautiful scenery offers plenty of thrills, all near different waterscapes. Discover the most interesting routes! Specialties around Lake Balaton Around 200 kilometers of cycling paths weave through all the beauty Lake has to offer. Every cycling enthusiast should ride the Balaton cycle path at least once. …
Top cycling routes in Poland
Discover Poland the active way: on a bike Sightseeing in Poland by bicycle combines active recreation, beautiful scenery and captivating history. From winding mountain roads to paths along the sea coast, amazing and varied routes await cyclists, with excellent infrastructure to boot. The Green Velo Eastern Cycle Route is the longest bike route in Poland, spanning almost 2,000 kilometers and passing through five voivodeships: Warmińsko-Mazurskie, Podlaskie, Lubelskie, Podkarpackie and …
Your heart will skip a beat in Slovenia
The best outdoor adventures for young at heart Slovenia is an amazing outdoor destination , making it perfect for young travelers seeking daring summer adventures . Thanks to diverse landscapes in a relatively small area, in Slovenia you can combine several different adventures, on the water , in the air , on land, or underground . It ’s summer, so let ’s start with water activities . R afting is certainly the number one adrenaline adventure ; kayaking and canoeing are also p opular. Beginners …
Ancient tranquility in Flanders
The Sonian Forest, an age-old wellness Valhalla Life goes on and on and on. We live in busy times. T herefore it’s vital to stop all the activity every now and then , t o find peace, to relax completely. Have you ever experienced such a need? Then a long, wholesome walk among age-old beech trees might be the ideal remedy. Welcome to the Sonian Forest . We’re all looking for our own way to unwind. The possibilities are endless. A massage? Sweating it all out in the sauna? A visit to a wellness …
Awake to reindeer, witness a volcano’s glow
I wanted to discover Europe’s outdoors at opposite ends of the continent— I chose Sweden in the north and Italy in the south. It was the sound of splashing that woke me up—that alongside the occasional snort or playful whinny. I thought to myself, what could that possibly be? Curious, I unzipped my tent, which I had pitched near the river the night before, and was shocked at what I saw before me: a heard of reindeer, perhaps two hundred of them, drinking from the cold, clear water, …