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Shal and James holding hands standing on a snowy hillside overlooking a fjord and colourful Arctic village during a small-group fjord tour on a winter Tromsø itinerary in Norway.

Shal and James holding hands standing on a snowy hillside overlooking a fjord and colourful Arctic village during a small-group fjord tour on a winter Tromsø itinerary in Norway.

Our 5 Day Tromso Itinerary for Winter: What We’d Do Again

Shal & James

Mar 613 min read

Flat lay of women’s Arctic clothing including base layers, knit jumpers, thermal leggings, ski trousers, hats, socks and gloves arranged neatly against a plain background. Image supporting What to wear in Lapland and a comprehensive Lapland packing list for extreme cold layering.

Flat lay of women’s Arctic clothing including base layers, knit jumpers, thermal leggings, ski trousers, hats, socks and gloves arranged neatly against a plain background. Image supporting What to wear in Lapland and a comprehensive Lapland packing list for extreme cold layering.

What to Wear in Lapland in Winter: Our Lapland Packing List & Learnings at -15°C

Shal & James

Mar 413 min read

Shal enjoying reindeer steak at Bardus Bar & Bistro, one of the best restaurants in Tromso for Arctic cuisine.

Shal enjoying reindeer steak at Bardus Bar & Bistro, one of the best restaurants in Tromso for Arctic cuisine.

Best Restaurants in Tromso: Where We Ate & Would Return To

Shal & James

Feb 275 min read

James relaxing by the window at The Dock 69°39 by Scandic, the newest of the luxury hotels in Tromso, overlooking the harbour and snowy mountains from a modern room with a mustard quilt on the bed.

James relaxing by the window at The Dock 69°39 by Scandic, the newest of the luxury hotels in Tromso, overlooking the harbour and snowy mountains from a modern room with a mustard quilt on the bed.

Luxury Hotels in Tromso: Where We Stayed & What It Was Like

Shal & James

Feb 265 min read

21 Things to Do in Tromso (+ What We Loved After 5 Days in Lapland)

21 Things to Do in Tromso (+ What We Loved After 5 Days in Lapland)

21 Things to Do in Tromso (+ What We Loved After 5 Days in Lapland)

Shal & James

Feb 2415 min read

We Swam a Fjord in Winter & Lived to Eat Waffles: The Truth About Arctic Floating

We Swam a Fjord in Winter & Lived to Eat Waffles: The Truth About Arctic Floating

We Swam a Fjord in Winter & Lived to Eat Waffles: The Truth About Arctic Floating

Shal & James

Feb 197 min read

Shal standing on an icy street in a snowy Tromso wearing winter gear and micro cleats, arms raised in celebration. Colourful wooden buildings line the road. Image for Lapland travel tips about navigating icy pavements safely.

Shal standing on an icy street in a snowy Tromso wearing winter gear and micro cleats, arms raised in celebration. Colourful wooden buildings line the road. Image for Lapland travel tips about navigating icy pavements safely.

8 Lapland Travel Tips: How We Prepared for Tromso’s Arctic Winter (And Nailed It)

Shal & James

Feb 195 min read

James and Shal holding mittens on snowy landscape beneath bright green aurora borealis and starry Arctic sky during a Tromso northern lights tour.

James and Shal holding mittens on snowy landscape beneath bright green aurora borealis and starry Arctic sky during a Tromso northern lights tour.

Tromso Northern Lights Tours: Which One We’d Book Again

Shal & James

Feb 1811 min read

Where to See the Best Porto Tiles

Where to See the Best Porto Tiles

Where to See the Best Porto Tiles

Shal & James

Dec 4, 20254 min read

A dreamy garden view from our balcony, even more magical at night when every detail is illuminated.

A dreamy garden view from our balcony, even more magical at night when every detail is illuminated.

Our Top 3 Picks: Porto Luxury Hotels

Shal & James

Dec 3, 20253 min read

Shal toasting James with a pastel de nata in the rose garden at Taylor's Port Cellars in Porto.

Shal toasting James with a pastel de nata in the rose garden at Taylor's Port Cellars in Porto.

Pastel de Nata Porto: Our Top 4 Spots for the Perfect Custard Tart

Shal & James

Dec 3, 20254 min read

Close-up of a dish of food at Bartolomeu Bistro & Wine in Porto, Portugal.

Close-up of a dish of food at Bartolomeu Bistro & Wine in Porto, Portugal.

Best Restaurants in Porto: 5 Meals We’re Still Thinking About

Shal & James

Dec 3, 20254 min read

Shal & James looking up at Taylor’s Port Cellars largest vat of ruby port —this giant holds a whopping 100,000 litres!

Shal & James looking up at Taylor’s Port Cellars largest vat of ruby port —this giant holds a whopping 100,000 litres!

Porto in a Weekend: Our Exact Itinerary (Steal It)

Shal & James

Dec 3, 202510 min read

James hanging with the guards at the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza during the Afonsina Fair (as you do).

James hanging with the guards at the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza during the Afonsina Fair (as you do).

Guimarães Day Trip from Porto: Is It Worth It? (+ Itinerary)

Shal & James

Nov 11, 20257 min read

DIY Douro Valley Day Trip from Porto: The Easiest Way (+ Itinerary)

DIY Douro Valley Day Trip from Porto: The Easiest Way (+ Itinerary)

DIY Douro Valley Day Trip from Porto: The Easiest Way (+ Itinerary)

Shal & James

Sep 12, 20257 min read

Shal wandering through the cloister at Porto Cathedral, tracing the stories etched into those blue and white tiles.

Shal wandering through the cloister at Porto Cathedral, tracing the stories etched into those blue and white tiles.

24 Best Things to Do in Porto: The Spots We’d Plan a Trip Around

Shal & James

Sep 11, 202512 min read

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