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Where to Travel in Winter 2026: 10 Tropical Island Getaways

Where to travel in winter 2026 is something many of us start wondering as the cold season brings colder mornings and longer nights. Still, if you’re like me and daydream about tropical island destinations with sun-drenched beaches, tropical breezes, and coconut-rum cocktails, you definitely need to read this list I’ve […]

How to read more books in the new year

One of my dearest childhood memories is a beautiful summer day on my grandparents’ balcony. I was no more than ten years old, and reading on that balcony was one of my favorite summer activities. I looked at the blue sky while sitting on the sofa with a book in […]

Best Day Trips from Berlin: Castles, Lakes & Culture

Berlin is a never-ending source of things to do, filled with creative energy, history, and contrasts. But even a week in the city isn’t enough to see it all—and just beyond its borders, you’ll find the best day trips from Berlin. From castles and lakes to charming towns, each destination […]

How to plan a trip to French Polynesia

French Polynesia, with its 118 islands and tiny atolls, is a tropical paradise in the heart of the Pacific Ocean. Despite being a remote destination, it is surprisingly accessible, especially from the US. If you’re flying from the US, you’ll […]

The 10 Best Things to Do in Tahiti: a short guide for first-time travelers to French Polynesia

With its lush nature and tropical vibe, Tahiti is one of the most beautiful islands in the South Pacific. It has an amazing natural landscape—beautiful beaches with turquoise lagoons, mountains, tropical jungle, and waterfalls—a rich cultural heritage, and friendly and […]

The History of Swedish Princess Cake, one of the world’s most popular cakes

The Swedish Princess Cake, known in Swedish as Prinsesstårta, is a traditional dessert that has become synonymous with Swedish culture and festivities. This iconic cake, easily recognizable by its bright green marzipan covering and powdered sugar crown, is a delightful […]

How to dye Easter Eggs with Whipped Cream

Easter is on its way, and this year, I wanted to try a new alternative to dying the Easter Eggs that would be fun for kids, too. I have read about how to dye the Easter Eggs with Whipped Cream, […]

Swedish Princess Cake Recipe

The Swedish Princess Cake Recipe is one of my favorite cake recipes! I love the combination of vanilla custard, strawberries, and marzipan so much! It’s a festive cake and it takes some time to bake, but the result is fantastic! […]

Finnish Salmon Soup (Lohikeitto)

When it’s getting cold outside, this Finnish Salmon Soup is one of my favorite dishes for dinner. It’s a healthy and nutritious comfort food made with salmon, vegetables, and lots of dill, exactly what I need on a foggy and […]

The giant Gingerbread House at Fairmont Hotel: A San Francisco tradition

The Gingerbread House at the Fairmont Hotel in San Francisco is an iconic holiday tradition, dating back to 1995. The construction is a life-sized gingerbread house that measures around 25 feet high and 35 feet wide and can be visited […]

10 San Francisco Holiday Activities to Enjoy this Winter

With the last pumpkin put down from the porch and the last witch sent to sleep in the decorations box until next year, the festive season is about to start. And in San Francisco, it begins somewhere around November 1st. […]

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