The Golden Bay

Warning: this post is FULL of photos. It’s simply because the Golden Bay area is so beautiful that I find it impossible to describe. Rather, I prefer to show you how does it look like. Golden Bay is a stunning place: the whole area is very much paradise like. White sandy beaches, crystal clear water, deep bush, rich population of seals and penguins, and mild climate. Golden Bay was a perfect place to relax, catch some sun and ... Read more

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Quick Look At My Recent Trip To New Zealand

This was a very long journey. In many various terms: distance, time, intensity, engagement and being astonished like a child. There and back again. To the land of extreme variety of climates and landscapes. Full of surprises and joy, amazing people and cool attractions, peaceful sites and vibrant cities. This journey had it all. And it is hard to believe it is possible on such a tiny island. But it is. So my task is tricky here and ... Read more

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Delicious Ireland

A food focused post! Finally! I know that some people would not considered Ireland a world capital of good food but I think there is much to talk about. Full Irish Just this morning I found out that ‘full’ means in Swedish ‘drunk’ which would be really bizarre if used with Irish breakfast afterwards. Well, there is nothing of that kind with full Irish breakfast. Here is what we are talking about: eggs, ... Read more

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Outdoor Activities In Western Ireland

The post-Tbex trip was packed with activities. We explored the west corner of Ireland with its wild coastline, endless pastures, picturesque hills and spectacular fjord (the one and only in Ireland). Apart of delicious local food we had an excellent opportunity to get a good sense of attractiveness of Wild West Coast. For me it was a perfect off the beaten track destination: it combines unspoiled nature with no crowds and ... Read more

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How Travel Dreams Come True In A Twisted Way

It all went surprisingly different! My travel plans, I mean. This is an excellent example of how changing circumstances affects travels in a positive way. We usually consider changing plans as something negative, that ruined our schedule but here is my story that show dreams can come true even if in a twisted way. First, I thought I’ll be in Lapland this autumn. As always. But I’m not. The reason why is related to my ... Read more

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Irish Honesty

Just yesterday a postman ringed the bell and brought me a large yellow envelope from Ireland. There was a map inside and two lovely sea shells. And it’s all because people in Ireland are honest. A month ago I went to the Aran Islands and saw this beautiful detailed map of all three islands with a short guidebook. It was like a perfect gift for my Dad as he loves maps of all kinds. Naturally I wished to buy it but ... Read more

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My Guest Post: Ireland As I Saw It

I continue to develop my network of blogger friends and I find it really inspiring. Just recently I came across with a very nice idea to publish a summary post on Ireland. Courtesy of Susan who runs an interesting blog focused on Ireland the summary was published. To find out more about my general impressions from Irland and read more about this wonderful country you need to click right here. Enjoy reading! Read more

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Self-selected Tourism? The Case of the Aran Islands.

It’s not easy to come to one of the Aran Islands: Inishmore, Inishmeain or Inisheer. Although all three are well connected with mainland Ireland- as islanders call the rest of their country- the trip is demanding in terms of a mental challenge. The trip made by plane or by ferry still challenges ordinary tourists. I spoke to few locals during my stay on the island and they told me that they are pretty happy about it. What ... Read more

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5 Good Reasons Why Coming To The Aran Islands

My primary motivation of a travel to the Aran Islands was related to the famous book of Nicolas Bouvier Journal d’Aran et d’autres lieux. This exquisite piece of literature made me think about this place and finally find a way to go there. I spent almost a week on the biggest of all islands- Inishmore- and I think I understood why Bouvier came back full of delight. There is something special about this place that ... Read more

The Best Canadian Province is…?

…Nova Scotia! If you are Canadian you might have totally different opinion about it. If you have visited Canada this might be your case as well. For me driving through couple of the Canadian provinces was like a fairytale. Even though Nova Scotia has so many to offer to all tourists that I had no doubt about this choice. Why Nova Scotia? I think this is mainly due to its particularity, interesting history, and absolutely ... Read more

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