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View of Opera House during a weekend in Oslo.

How to Spend a Memorable Weekend in Oslo: An Alternative Guide

Posted by By Krista 24 September 2025
Spending a weekend in Oslo will be one of the best experiences you have in the Nordic countries.
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The Modern Nomad: Balancing Work and Play on the Road

Posted by By Krista 24 September 2025
Not sure if you can handle working while on the road? Here are some tips to help you out.
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How to Spend 48 Hours in Manchester on a Budget

Posted by By Krista 24 September 2025
Here are some practical tips about how to spend 48 hours in Manchester on a budget.
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Technology in Travel: Changing the Way We Explore the World

Posted by By Krista 18 September 2025
Is technology changing the world of travel? From smart luggage to artificial intelligence, learn more about the latest technology that's helping people travel.
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Best Things to Do in Oslo if You Love History

Posted by By Krista 18 September 2025
Take a look at some of the best things to do in Oslo throughout the year.
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It’s that time of the year again! 🍂 @pumpkin It’s that time of the year again! 🍂 @pumpkinsafterdarklondon is on until November 1st and features more than 10k hand-carved pumpkins across its 1km outdoor trail 🎃 ‼️EXPLORER93 for 10% off all ticket prices‼️ Dogs are welcome on Wednesday’s, and tickets start at $19.95 😮‍💨🇨🇦 • • • • • • • • • • #kristatheexplorer #pumpkins #pumpkinsafterdark #halloween #londonont #visitontario #ontario #exploreontario #traveltips #travelblogger #pumpkinseason🎃 #ontariotravel #visitcanada
Niagara-on-the-Lake is the perfect area in Ontario Niagara-on-the-Lake is the perfect area in Ontario to visit at any time of the year 🇨🇦 If you’re a wine-enthusiast, you’ll be overwhelmed with the amount of wineries in NOTL to visit 🍷 For a unique experience, I’d recommend visiting @konzelmannwines 😍 In the fall, they offer their Fall Flights Outdoor experience where you sit around a private fire table while enjoying a sesonal flight of wine and a snack board 🍂 Would you like to do wine tasting in Niagara? 👍🏼 • • • • • • • • • • #konzelmannestatewinery #notl #niagaraonthelake #niagara #niagararegion #winetasting #kristatheexplorer #travel #travelblogger #traveltips #winery #autumnvibes🍁
Kingston is one of the most historic cities in Can Kingston is one of the most historic cities in Canada, so it’s only right to stay in a beautiful historic building during your time in the city 😍 @belvederekingston is situated in a 19th century residence, and from here you can explore the waterfront, university campus, and downtown area very easily 🫶🏼 Everything from the entrance to the dining room, lounge, and bedroom are beautifully decorated, with plenty of original details still left in place. And their European-style breakfast is a great way to start the day too 🛌 This boutique hotel in Ontario is definitely not to be missed! 🇨🇦 • • • • • • • • • • #kingston #kingstonontario #ontariotravel #visitontario #downtownkingston #kingstoncanada #historicplaces #hotelstay #kristatheexplorer #travel #travelblogger #uniquestays #canada #canadatravel #exploreontario
One of the best fall activities in Ontario is loca One of the best fall activities in Ontario is located in Kingston 🍂 We joined @1000islandscruises for their lunch cruise which took us around the heart of the Thousand Islands, giving us some incredible views along the way 🫶🏼 The cruise also included a 3-course lunch and you have the option to buy drinks onboard if you want 😮‍💨 These cruises run from April to October, so start planning ahead if you want to experience this unique cruise in Ontario! 🇨🇦 • • • • • • • • • • #kingston #thousandislands #kingstonontario #thousandislandlake #lakecruise #kristatheexplorer #travelblogger #traveltips #ontario #exploreontario #canada #visitcanada
From Europe to Canada - it’s definitely autumn t From Europe to Canada - it’s definitely autumn time! 🍁 Ontario is magical in October, and the best way to see everything the province has to offer is by planning a road trip 🚙 Some of my favourite places to visit in Ontario at this time of year are Niagara-on-the-Lake, Perth County and Tobermory 🇨🇦 Are you ready for some Canada content again?! 🤩 • • • • • • • • • • #canada #visitcanada #canadatravel #explorecanada #kristatheexplorer #traveltips #autumn #travel #travelblogger #ontario #ontarioforyou #ontariotravel #ontariocanada
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