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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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Historic street at open air museum best things to do in Oslo.

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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Red house on the edge of the water.

Beyond the Cities: Experiencing the Spirit of Norway in the North

Posted by By Krista 7 August 2025
Although places like Oslo and Bergen are beautiful, there's a lot more to Norway than its cities. This guide will give you an idea of what you should see next.
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Wooden church in outdoor museum in Oslo.

How to Spend a Fantastic 4 Days in Oslo

Posted by By Krista 1 October 2018
Here's everything you need to spend a fantastic 4 days in Oslo without overspending.
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Hi, my name is Krista. I love travelling to historic destinations and eating local dishes along the way. I hope you follow along with my travels!

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How many countries have you travelled to in 2025?! How many countries have you travelled to in 2025?! 

I’ve been to a lot of places, but many of them were within the same country, so my country count is low 😟✈️
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It’s almost Christmas but Malaga is still giving s It’s almost Christmas but Malaga is still giving summer vibes ☀️🎅🏼

If you’re planning a trip to the Costa del Sol this winter, there are plenty of beautiful beaches to take advantage of while the crowds are away 🏖️

One that I’d highly recommend is Cabopino, located near Marbella Old Town and just a 45 minute drive from Malaga Centro 🚘

Thanks @nomadix.ca for the beautiful water-resistant festival blankets! 🩱

Do you like to visit the beach in the winter? 🇪🇸
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There’s still plenty of time to visit at least one There’s still plenty of time to visit at least one Christmas market in Europe this year! 🎄

But which one should you choose? 🤔

Here are some of my favourite European Christmas markets to check out ⬇️

Berlin
Brussels
Copenhagen
Gdansk
Edinburgh

And don’t forget places like Frankurt, Mainz, Manchester, Malaga, and Madrid too! 🎅🏼

Where’s your favourite Christmas market located? 📸
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There are plenty of beautiful places in Gdansk Old There are plenty of beautiful places in Gdansk Old Town to photograph, especially in the winter months ❄️📸

Here are some of my favourite spots in Gdansk for photos ⬇️

Bread Bridge
Motława River
Amber Street (video)
The Royal Route
Royal Chapel
Neptune’s Fountain
The top of St Mary’s Church tower
Golden Gate
Main Town Hall (video)

Which place in Gdansk would you photograph first? 🇵🇱
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Here’s how to spend a weekend in Gdansk, Poland in Here’s how to spend a weekend in Gdansk, Poland in the wintertime ⬇️

Walk along the Motława River
Visit some museums
Eat as many pierogi as you can from @pierogarnie_stary_mlyn 
Stroll along the Royal Route
Explore Mariacka Street (Amber Street)
Cross the Bread Bridge
Grab a bagel from @balans_gdansk 
Enjoy the Gdansk Christmas Market @jarmarkbozonarodzeniowygdansk 
Climb up the tower at St Mary’s Church
Shop local for some souvenirs 

Don’t forget to grab the @visit_gdansk_official Tourist Card to save money on entry fees and get discounts at restaurants! 🎟️

What would you do first during a trip to Gdansk? 🇵🇱
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