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Iceland Outdoor travel

Roadtrip in South Iceland: Waterfalls, glaciers, sea stacks and a plane wreck

by Mel on 22/05/2024

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Back in July 2021, I visited Iceland for the fifth time. It’s a country I’ve explored in depth,…

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Spanish Morocco Weird borders

Melilla and Ceuta: A travel guide to the two Spanish cities in North Africa

by Mel on 19/05/2024

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The world is full of exclaves, odd little slices of land that are cut off from their motherland.…

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Denmark Life updates Scotland

From Aberdeen to Thisted: Starting a new chapter in Denmark

by Mel on 30/04/2024

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Never had I thought my Scotland adventure would end so soon after finishing my Master’s studies, but there…

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Yearly recaps

My favourite new destinations of 2023

by Mel on 16/03/2024

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In 2023, I moved to a new city, more precisely to Aberdeen in Scotland! I was excited for…

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Yearly recaps

My travel year of 2023

by Mel on 31/12/2023

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2023 is coming to an end and it’s time to reflect on the year that has passed. 2023…

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Denmark

Holidays in Denmark: Merry Christmas from Minnie and I

by Mel on 24/12/2023

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Christmas is upon us and it’s time to hunker down, forget about exams for a while and just…

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Faroe Islands Outdoor travel

Two days on Fugloy: Exploring the easternmost fringe of the Faroe Islands

by Mel on 21/12/2023

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Visiting Fugloy, the easternmost island in the Faroe Islands, has been a dream of mine for many years.…

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Outdoor travel Scotland

A day on Lismore: A small Scottish island packed with cultural heritage

by Mel on 14/12/2023

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On my last day of my February trip to Oban and the Inner Hebrides, I caught the ferry…

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Our Christmas trip home: Overland from Scotland to Denmark with a small dog

by Mel on 04/12/2023

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I adopted little Minnie in September, and ever since then, I’ve been excited for her to meet my…

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Germany

Learning to love Berlin: 18 reasons it’s now my favourite city

by Mel on 24/11/2023

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From October 2021 to October 2022, I visited Berlin ten times and got to know the city pretty…

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An abandoned world Denmark

An abandoned world: A tribute to a bygone era in my hometown

by Mel on 30/10/2023

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The harbour town of Hov in East Jutland, Denmark, has been the frame to my life for my…

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Germany

Over the sound to Burg: A summer return to Fehmarn

by Mel on 24/10/2023

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I first visited the north German island of Fehmarn in the summer of 2020, months before I knew…

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Life updates Scotland

Minnie’s story: A journey from Romania to my arms

by Mel on 20/10/2023

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Ever since I moved out of my family’s home when I was 21, I knew that I wanted…

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Faroe Islands

My 10-year Faroeversary: Turning my passion for the Faroes into a research journey

by Mel on 17/10/2023

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Ten years ago, I first set foot on the Faroe Islands. Ten years ago, a passion emerged and…

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Denmark

Venture beyond Copenhagen: 20 beautiful places to explore in rural Denmark

by Mel on 14/10/2023

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Growing up in Denmark, I never considered my country a tourist destination. But maybe that’s because I grew…

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Austria France Germany Italy Liechtenstein Slovenia Switzerland Weird borders

An odd world: Uncovering the border complexities of the Alps

by Mel on 29/09/2023

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The mighty Alps span eight countries, but did you know that they’re also home to a number of…

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Denmark Outdoor travel

Som perler på en snor: A bike ride to six tiny marinas on southern Lolland

by Mel on 17/09/2023

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“Som perler på en snor”. This is a Danish expression which means “like pearls on a string”, and…

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Outdoor travel Scotland

Kerrera: A journey back in time to one of Scotland’s least known islands

by Mel on 12/09/2023

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Stepping off the small ferry that brought me over from the mainland in a matter of minutes, Kerrera…

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Faroe Islands Outdoor travel

Vestmannabjørgini: A boat trip among the majestic Faroese bird cliffs

by Mel on 10/09/2023

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Germany Outdoor travel

Hiking in Saxon Switzerland: The most interesting geological region in Germany

by Mel on 07/09/2023

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I have travelled extensively through Germany. I’ve seen the rugged peaks of the Alps of Bavaria. Felt enchanted…