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I am Vibeke, a travel blogger and a photographer from Norway. I help travellers with useful travel tips and experiences from around the world.

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Top 10 essentials for travelling during the coronavirus pandemic

Travelling might change forever after the coronavirus pandemic. Even if you need to travel now or in the future here

What To Pack For A Trip To Budapest, Hungary - Winter Edition

Yes, Hungary is quite south of Europe. But it can get really cold in Winter. You don't want to ruin

Top 10 Instagram Spots In Cuba

An instagrammable destination has become more important for many when you choose travel destinations, especially among Millennials and Gen Z.

What To Pack For A Winter-Trip To Europe

It is not easy to figure out what to pack for a Winter-trip to Europe. That’s why I have

How To Prepare For A Trip To The Galapagos Islands

Travelling to the Galapagos Islands is on many people's bucket list. It is a trip of a lifetime

20 Photos To Inspire You To Visit Amsterdam

Amsterdam is a popular destination for people all over the world. It has beautiful canals, churches, flowers, museums and attractions.

Año Viejo - Why You Should Celebrate New Year's In Ecuador

In Ecuador, New Year's is not called New Years. It is called Año Viejo (old year.) Año Viejo is celebrated all over

Travel Gift Guide

Christmas is just around the corner. Maybe you have no idea what to give to your travel-loving friend?

How To Avoid Parasites While Travelling

Nothing is worse than ruining your vacation by being glued to the toilet or not being able to trust a

15 Photos To Inspire You To Visit Budapest, Hungary

Budapest is an interesting place to visit in Europe. Budapest has so much important history and beautiful places to visit.

How To Get The Most Out Of A Trip To Machu Picchu

Many people have Machu Picchu on their bucket list. Visiting the breathtaking Inca citadel that the Spanish conquerors never found

Jeløy, Norway - The Pearl Of The Oslofjord

A 40 minutes train ride south of Oslo will leave you at a city called Moss. A charming city of roughly

10 Things You Have To Do In Cusco, Peru

The old capital of the Inca empire is a must visit Peru. This historical city gained UNESCO heritage in 1983

How To See Madrid If You Only Got A Few Hours

On my way from Ecuador to Norway, I had a long layover in Madrid. I decided to take the opportunity

5 Reasons Namibia Should Be Your Next Travel Destination

Quiver trees in the Quiver Tree Forest near Keetmanshoop, Namibia. We road tripped through Namibia for the month of March

Summer Travel - The Ultimate Packing List

It is no better time to travel than during the Summer season, however, it still rains many places during the

Top 8 Places to Visit in the Sacred Valley, Peru

Travel in the footsteps of the Inca in the Sacred Valley in Peru. Machu Picchu is not the only place

What To Pack For A Summer- Trip To Europe

It is not easy to figure out what to pack for a summer trip to Europe. That's why I have

What To Pack For A Spring Trip To Norway

It can be hard to figure out what to pack for a trip to Norway during the spring season. You

Taquile Island-A Must-Visit In Titicaca, Peru

Taquile island is a long, but small island on the Peruvian side of Titicaca lake. It is 35 km from

Rumiloma Hotel - The Cosiest Hotel in Quito, Ecuador

Have you ever stayed in a hotel where you feel like you are in a different time? Rumiloma is one

11 Things You Should NOT Do When Visiting Norway

Norwegians are known to be good skiers, love winter sports and maybe be a little reserved. Some of the things

Amantani - A Must-Visit In Titicaca, Peru

Amantani is an island 2 hours from Puno. It is the largest island on the Peruvian side. There are no

Staying at Khantati Floating Island in Titicaca, Peru

Why You Should Visit Titicaca On Your Trip To Peru

Titicaca lake is on the border of Peru and Bolivia. It is also the largest lake in South America. There

The Ultimate Guide to Visiting Puno in Peru

Puno is located in the southeast of Peru. It is the city that is located closest to Titicaca on the

Huayna Picchu - Is It Really Worth it?

Huayna Picchu (Wayna Picchu) is the tall mountain in the background of the iconic Machu Picchu photos. It is a

7 Ways To Deal With Altitude Sickness While Travelling In South America

Altitude sickness is real. Not everyone experiences it, however, some experience it worse than others. After struggling with altitude sickness in

The Ultimate List Of Travel Apps That Will Make Your Travels Easier

Almost everyone has a smartphone nowadays. Why not make travelling a lot easier for you and keep everything you need

Travel Essentials You Didn't Know You Needed

The Best City Breaks in Europe

You might be someone who already lives in a city and if so, you might think that going abroad on

Way up North - Places to Explore in Alaska

Winter is finally here, and there is no better place to plan your well-deserved winter escapade than the great north.

The Ultimate Guide To Visiting Cotopaxi National Park In Ecuador

Cotopaxi national park is a free national park in Ecuador. Cotopaxi is the third highest active volcano in the world

Jealous of Your Friends' Travels? 7 Tips To Overcome Travel Envy

Travel envy can sting. You’re enjoying your morning coffee and scrolling through your social media only to see an acquaintance

Spending A Night Next To An Active Volcano - Tambopaxi, Cotopaxi National Park, Ecuador

Tambopaxi is definitely the best place to stay in Cotopaxi National Park. Whether you choose to stay in a private

23 Photos To Inspire You To Visit Peru

Peru might be one of the most interesting places you can visit. Peru is the home of one of

5 Things to Look for When Buying a Camper Trailer

Camping is embedded into the Australian culture, and while you used to be expected to rough it when in the

Tips And Tricks For Documenting Your Journeys

When you embark on an exciting journey, you want to hold on to the memories of your trip. But’s all

7 Tips to Be a More Sustainable Traveler

Pink rhododendron flowers and happy young woman on summer mountainside(Ukraine, Carpathian Mountains) Travelling, unfortunately, isn’t always the most sustainable activity.

Top 10 Things to Do in Lisbon, Portugal

If you find yourself traveling through Lisbon, Portugal make sure you do not miss any of these main attractions to

Where to Eat and Drink in Cusco, Peru

Some of the best restaurants in Peru are found in Cusco. You can find anything from traditional Peruvian food, Ceviche, Italian

Staying at Khantati Floating Island in Titicaca, Peru

Khantati Island is an own island on the Uros floating Islands in Titicaca. Titicaca is a lake on the

What To Pack For A Trip To Peru

Peru is on the bucket list of many. Most of us have seen pictures of Machu Pichu and are generally

10 Things To Think About Before You Move Abroad

It has never been easier to move to another country and many millennials especially decide to leave their home country

10 Best Instagram Spots In Quito, Ecuador

You can find a lot of attractive Instagram spots in Ecuador's capital. Everything from craters, lookouts, monuments and urban city life. Here

What To Pack For A Trip To Ecuador - For Female Travelers

6 best ideas, activities, and resources for road trips with kids

I believe you can never enjoy the road trip in the absence of cranky kids and family whose laughter

What To Pack For An All-Inclusive Resort In Mexico

Staying at an All Inclusive Resort in Mexico is supposed to be relaxing, but It is not easy to figure

How I Earned My First $200 Travel Blogging

You might have seen bloggers posting a post about how much they earned last month etc. I could never understand

Moon Palace All-Inclusive in Cancun - A review

Moon Palace All-Inclusive Resort In Cancun - A Review

Moon Palace All-inclusive Resort is a part of Palace Resorts . I got the chance to stay at Grand Resort, the newest resort

Taking A Helicopter Tour Of Sydney In Winter

The winter in Sydney can be an excellent time of year to explore this multicultural and vibrant city so that

Isabela Island a must-see in The Galapagos Islands

Isabela Island - A Must Visit In The Galapagos Islands

Isabela Island is a must see in the Galapagos Islands. In this post, I will explain why. Isabela Island is the

The Most Luxurious Places to Stay in Sydney

Generally, after a long day of business meetings and sightseeing, most people want just to put their heads on

Hunting Down the Best of Hunter Valley

An escape to the countryside in the oldest wine region of Australia located just 2 hours north of Sydney will

7 Breath-Taking Skiing Experiences in India

Ever dreamt of getting on a cable car and letting it take you at the top of a snow-covered mountain,

Trinidad - A Must-Visit In Cuba

Trinidad in Cuba is one of those places you wouldn't believe existed. It is so different and unique and

North Seymour Island - A Must-See In The Galapagos Islands

There are many islands in the Galapagos Islands in Ecuador. North Seymour is one of the best you can visit.

30 Photos That Will Make You Pack Your Bags And Visit The Galapagos Islands

Traveling to the Galapagos Islands is a dream for many people. There is no better place on this planet to

A Short List On How To Avoid Getting Bumped From A Flight

The video of the man getting dragged out of the overbooked United airline flight is haunting and disturbing. No

What To Pack For A Trip To The Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

It is so important to be prepared for the Galapagos Islands. One of the most important things is to

Why you should visit Misahualli in the Ecuadorian Amazon

Why You Should Visit Misahualli and Tena in The Ecuadorian Amazon

Visiting Mishaualli in the Ecuadorian Amazon is a dream come true. For me, as a Norwegian, the jungle is something

Quito Old Town - A Guide to the Unesco Heritage Listed Old Town in Ecuador

Experience outstanding Colonial churches, museums and monuments in the Old Town in Quito also known as Centro Historico. After numerous

3 Things You Should Think About When Booking Your Boutique Hotel

When we think about booking a boutique hotel, we think about the many things we require from a good hotel

Visit Canada and fulfill your dream Canadian Bucket List

A guest post by Priya from Travel World Guide. The year 2017 marks as Canada’s 150th birthday and in

The Ultimate List of Hashtags for Travelers

It is hard to get seen on Instagram without using hashtags. If you already have a big following and are

Old Havana - A Self-Guided Walking Route With Map

You simply can't travel to Havana, Cuba without checking out Old Havana (Habana Vieja.) Many tourists choose to take the

Vacations That Are Going To Make You A Better Photographer

If you love photography, then travel is without a doubt the best way to offer yourself to exposure to subjects

How Can You Travel Long Term?

Many travel addicts can’t get enough of travelling and want to come up with more and more ideas of how

7 Tips To Avoid Jet lag

Dealing with jet lag can be challenging if you don't know how to prepare yourself. This is a list of

Essentials Travel Items For 2017

2017 is finally here! Maybe you put travel more on your new year resolution list? If you did, great! Here are

Top 6 Things To Do in Quito

This post contains affiliate links Quito is the capital of Ecuador, located on the equator in South America. Imagine standing

Mindo - Ecuadorian Cloud Forest

Mindo is in the cloud forest in Ecuador. It is only two hours from Quito. Mindo is known for its

Top 10 Reasons Why You Should Study Abroad

We live in a time where many young people prefer to travel the world or study at university or college.

Isveglio - The Secret of Ecuadorian Coffee

Nothing is better than drinking a coffee without being interrupted. And by that, I also mean good, quality coffee. No

20 Photos To Inspire You To Visit Ecuador

Ecuador is a small country in South America, placed on the equator. Ecuador is crossing borders with Colombia and

Climbing Rucu Pichincha, Quito Ecuador

Last Saturday my legs were aching for hiking. My boyfriend and I couldn't find anything closer than Rucu Pichincha, which

20 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Australia

Ah Australia, how much I miss living in that beautiful country! As soon as I finished High School I

How to travel with Fibromyalgia

This post contains affiliate links I haven’t been so open about having fibromyalgia. I have had it for roughly

How To Spend 1 Day In Oslo, Norway

If you are backpacking around Europe and have limited time in Norway - This is the post to read on

Could you live abroad?

Always dreamed about living abroad? People might say; “Just go for it, you only live once!” But is it really

Great Road Trip Destinations

Key West, Florida There is nothing like watching the sunset as you drive down US 1 to the southernmost point

How To Dress for Travel In England

So you're going to England on a trip! Traveling is exciting, whether it is for business or pleasure. England is

6 Tips for Your Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip

The ocean views, rolling hills and redwood forests of the Pacific Coast Highway are hard to beat when it comes

A Relaxing Stay with the Kids: 10 of the Best Family Resorts in Hawaii

Did you know that about 5,919,725 people visited the Hawaiian island of Oahu between 2017-2018? That's almost half of the

Get Healthy Before Traveling During COVID-19

Planning a trip is exciting. It can also be overwhelming when you are also trying to stay healthy during the

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The Viking Abroad

My name is Vibeke. A travel blogger and a photographer from Norway. I am posting about my journey around the world as well as my experiences living in Ecuador. I have been to over 20 countries around the world, however I have so much more on my list.

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