Travel Talk

London, The Capital Of Events January 23, 2013 5:20 PM Tweet I love to travel and something that definitely has the possibility to enhance my experience on other locations is when there is some type of event going on there. For instance, I have not been to London in England yet but one of the many reasons I want to go there is because there are always many events in London going on. As well as a ton of historic places and sights to see. Therefore I know that when I do go to London, one thing I will never be there is bored. Always some departures to London. I was actually on an intermediate landing at Heathrow airport, outside London, in the beginning of last year (2012). We were on our way back from Florida, USA. And it was very obvious around the airport back then which big event was about to take place there later that same year, the Olympics of course. There were lots of Olympic signs everywhere and items with the Olympic logo for sale in many stores. So London sure hosts all type of events, both big and small. Which makes me even more excited to visit one day! :-) /A.L Add comment to this post
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New York City - Meaningful Breaks January 23, 2013 2:29 PM Tweet Visiting the Big Apple is an experience you will likely never forget. It's big and it's busy! Various options on New York City breaks are readily available and once you know what type of trip you would like to experience you are ready to go. The key attractions of New York are accessible and not expensive if you do a bit of research about them and you can even enjoy a stroll around Times Square that will not break the bank. Combining culture with nature is very much what a trip to New York City can bring. Central Park is vast and while the noise of the busy city is around you, here, is peace and tranquillity and wildlife will certainly join you. This wonderful piece of countryside in one of the most densely populated areas of the world is a haven of pleasure and delight. Visit the zoo or visit one of the free theatre performances which are on offer throughout the summer. Or listen to the calming music of the New York Philharmonic Orchestra. Central Park is a must-see, an integral part of New York City breaks. New York Public library is free on 42nd Street and book-lovers will enjoy browsing this beautiful building and its contents. At the same time, Grand Central Station around the corner is a must on a New York City break. You can picture all the old movie which were filmed here and with plenty of places to eat, the library and Grand Central Station is a day out combined with a stroll around Times Square. Visiting the Financial District and Ground Zero, the memorial site for 9/11 is humbling and here you can say a prayer for the people who were lost in the tragedy. In the 9/11 memorial shop, there is a whole wall of the people who lost their lives and a mark of respect can be left by your visit. You can then walk down to New York harbour where you can catch the ferry to see the Statue of Liberty. Don't go via the tourist routes to see the Statue of Liberty. The Staten Island Ferry is free and you can travel as many times as you like and get close up views of the statue. Travel with the Staten Islanders who use the ferry to travel to the city each day for work. That really puts you in the thick of the action and who better to tell you about the iconic statue than the people who see it each day and it is free. A visit to New York City will bring you many opportunities to taste the wonderful cuisine. From diners which offer wonderful food at reasonable prices to fine-dining, the choice is immense. The trip of a lifetime awaits you. /Guest Post Add comment to thos post
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Luxury Ski Trip In The Middle Of Summer? July 25, 2012 3:36 PM Tweet Though it may seem like an unusual thought to have right now in the middle of the summer, I recently entertained the idea of taking a ski trip one of these days. Because I have actually only been on one proper ski trip in my life, and that was when I was about ten or eleven years old I think. We went to Sälen here in Sweden then. However this time I was thinking about something along the lines of Luxury chalets courchevel perhaps, which I think sounds quite fabulous. Now this was just an idea I had, but I must say that ski trips certainly seem like a lot of fun and the perfect vacation to enjoy. I know the ski trip I went on when I was a child was great and I had a lot of fun learning how to ski, not sure I would be able to ski straight away today though. Hehe. Either way, I do hope my impulsive idea of a ski trip will come true eventually. Until then, below is a photo from two years ago when we had a ton of snow here in Lyckeby in Sweden. Almost looks like the road to a stunning ski resort to me. :p /A.L Add comment to this post
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Car Rental Abroad March 28, 2012 6:25 PM Tweet I have traveled to many destinations around the world and rented cars a few times on my trips. On my latest trip to Florida in the US we rented a car for example, the line was very long at the car hire place there and there were a lot of additional fees we did not know about. But when we rented a car in Australia we got great service and an excellent deal. So it is always interesting to see how the rental car procedure works in different countries. For instance if I was to car hire in Italy, would the procedure be the same as in the US or Australia? Or would it be completely different? Now I have not rented a car in Italy but I would definitely be curious to find out how it works some day. Either way, one of the best ways to see a country is certainly by hiring a car in my opinion. /A.L Add comment to this post
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Cheap Creative Travelling October 25, 2011 1:35 PM Tweet There are a lot of ways to create cheap holiday deals for oneself. And because I have traveled quite a bit through the years I have learned that I prefer to make my reservations online. In fact, I pretty much always book my flights and hotels separately nowadays. Especially for long trips, like from Sweden to the US or Australia. Because this way I can see for myself what I am booking and with what company. Although this does not mean that I always choose the cheapest alternative. Actually I prefer to spend a little bit of extra money on those companies I feel safe with and have had good experiences with in the past. So cheap creative travelling to me does not always mean the cheapest alternatives, but the best alternatives for the best prices. Another cheap, creative and great way to travel through a country is with a car and tent. Which is how my sister and I spent five weeks of our three months in Australia. And it was the best five weeks ever! I felt so free and in touch with nature, as well as with myself. I actually prefer to travel simple because that is how I feel I get to experience the culture and surroundings of a country in the best way. Something I wish and hope everyone get the opportunity to do some day. Add comment to this post
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Season Of Many Holidays October 20, 2011 9:03 PM Tweet Soon starts the season of many holidays in Sweden. As I am sure it does in many other parts of the world as well. However, I am also sure that the temperatures do not drop below 0°C everywhere in the world. Like it usually does in Sweden. Which is why I think it would be fun to take the opportunity to travel to a warmer climate for the holidays. Something more and more people actually tend to do these days. At least in Sweden. Like going on Jamaica holidays or Thailand for instance. Where sights like the one in the photo are nothing more than a distant memory. Rödeby in Sweden in December of 2010. So not only is the season of many holiday celebrations approaching quickly. The season for traveling on holidays is approaching right along with it. And I look forward to them both with great anticipation. Because I love the holidays! In all shapes and forms. :p /A.L Add comment to this post
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Free Holidays In The Mail October 16, 2011 10:55 PM Tweet I love going on very cheap holidays! Especially free holidays! And I do get offers to go on free cruises from time to time in my mail box, email that is. Unfortunately these cruises always depart from Stockholm. Which means that I have to travel to Stockholm, about 600 kilometers from where I live in Karlskrona, to be able to use the ticket. Therefore I seldom use these opportunities. Stockholm archipelago. Where the cruises depart from. But if I had lived in Stockholm I am sure I would have taken advantage of these offers a bit more. I know my aunt and her husband sometimes go on cruises like these. As do my cousin. By the way these are usually 24 hour shopping cruises to Åbo or Mariehamn, both cities in Finland. Also both cities that I have actually never been to. Which is why I hope that one of these offers will coincide with an already planned trip to Stockholm someday. Because in that case I will surely use the ticket! :-) /A.L Add comment to this post
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Flight time September 16, 2011 12:29 PM I have been on many flights in my life and I prefer to fly to my travel destinations instead of driving or taking the bus for example. But one important factor I keep i mind when I am choosing a destination is the flight time. For instance flights to tenerife from manchester seems like a good option if you live in England and want to visit a warmer destination. And those flight times are not too long. Which on the other side the flight time between Stockholm and Los Angeles is. And I have flown that route twice in my life so far, with stops in Heathrow. Me at LAX in 2007. Yeah! If I remember correctly I think the total flight time was about 17 hours, one way. However it was definitely worth it! Because I had the best time in the US and I cannot wait to go back! Despite the flight time. :-) /A.L Add comment to this post
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Maybe Turkey? September 16, 2011 12:29 PM Now as the weather is getting colder here in Sweden my mind starts to wander to warmer places. Although those thoughts do not generate any actual heat so I was thinking of different travel destinations that are warm when it is cold in Sweden. Like Spain, Egypt or South Africa, all places I have been to. But I have not been on any Turkey holidays yet so perhaps that would be an option? A nice idea, for a bit further ahead in time perhaps. Because right now I am pretty busy with blogging, work and the rest. However I do have travel plans for this winter booked. Travel plans I will write about more when my departure date approaches. Until then though I will remain in this Swedish climate. Which is really not that bad, in fact very nice I must say. Because the air always feels extra fresh and clean this time of year. And the sun is warm, but not too hot, perfect for long walks with my dog Lisen. Therefore I know I will be just fine here in (sometimes rainy) Sweden until my next trip. :-) /A.L Add comment to this post
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