Helena 
Far from the crowds of Greece’s better-known islands, Karpathos offers something increasingly rare: authentic island life. Discover its beautiful beaches, traditional mountain villages, ancient customs, delicious food and the windswept landscapes that make this remote Greek island so special.
From the golden light of the Midnight Sun, North Cape, and the fishing village of Skarsvåg to an unexpectedly hot Arctic summer in Utsjoki, this journey took us along the Barents Sea and into the heart of Finnish Lapland, where we discovered Sámi culture, the Teno River, endless daylight and the irresistible pull of the Arctic.
For years, experiencing the Midnight Sun had been high on our travel wish list. Join us on a mother-and-daughter road trip through Arctic Norway and Finnish Lapland, from Ivalo and the Sámi heartlands to Tromsø, Alta, Hammerfest and Nordkapp. Along the way we discover spectacular fjords, reindeer roaming freely and the unique rhythm of life above the Arctic Circle. First part follows the road through three countries.
Welcome to Helena's Travels and Food—a travel and food blog exploring Vienna, Croatia and beyond through stories, photography, culture, great food and unforgettable journeys.
I first visited Opeka as a child with my grandmother and never forgot it. Returning decades later to the restored castle and arboretum revealed one of Croatia's most remarkable heritage revival stories.
A road trip to Nordkapp, the northernmost point of Europe, where the sun refuses to set and summer nights turn into endless Arctic light. From dramatic fjords and underwater tunnels to King crab by the Barents Sea and a tiny fishing village at the edge of the world — this is a journey under the midnight sun.
Most visitors come to Croatia for the coast. I spent three days in Bilogora discovering something completely different: family farms, award-winning cheese, local wine, rolling green hills and the kind of hospitality that makes you want to stay longer than planned.
Discover Zagreb with a local’s touch — from coffee culture and quirky museums to Dolac Market, špica rituals, and Michelin-star dining. Explore Croatia’s capital with ...
Discover the charm of Vienna’s historic cafés, from Café Central to Café Hawelka. Explore tradition, iconic pastries, and the timeless coffeehouse culture that inspires locals ...
Vienna in 48 Hours: What to See, Do, Eat and Where to Stay Whether you’re planning a weekend city break or spending two days in ...
Vienna, Austria
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