Tag Archives: Scandinavia

Landsort Chapel on the Remote Swedish Island of Oja

I recently traveled to Stockholm for the 2016 TBEX conference (Travel Bloggers Exchange). Visit Stockholm treated me to a trip to Landsort on the remote island of Oja, the Southernmost island of Stockholm’s archipelago. Oja is famous for the Landsort lighthouse, the oldest lighthouse in Sweden, which was constructed in 1651 and first lit in 1689. […]

Vasamuseet in Stockholm – An Amazing 17th Century War Ship

Nothing can prepare you for the 172m tall 17th Century warship when you enter the Vasamuseet. This is the ultimate ‘big ship’ experience and this is the one thing that you simply cannot miss in Stockholm. How to Get to the Vasamuseet from Stockholm City Centre The Vasa Museum is located in Djurgården, Stockholm and the […]

48 Hours in Copenhagen – Photo Essay

48 hours in Copenhagen

Copenhagen, the capital city of Denmark is famous for the Little Mermaid statue, a colourful harbour and tasty Danish Pastries. Denmark’s highly efficient tax system means free education (to postgraduate level) and up to a year off work for new parents, making the Danes right up there with the happiest people in the world. All […]