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September 4, 2015 by Eeva Routio Leave a Comment

Albanian Alps: Why You Need To Go There NOW

Albanian Alps. Photo: Eeva Routio.
Picture Perfect Albanian Alps. Photo: Eeva Routio.

Albania… Albania? Albanian Alps? If you’re like me, your initial thoughts probably are a) where exactly is Albania and b) I thought the Alps were somewhere else. But if you love stunning scenery and exploring destinations under the radar, trust me – you will want to know exactly where Albania and the Albanian Alps are.

I have to admit my own ignorance and thank the Lonely Planet Europe guide for educating me and putting Albania firmly on my travel map. The guide described this intriguing country with a complex history and endless possibilities for exploration – especially if you’re after something a bit off the beaten path. Rugged mountains, uncrowded beaches on the Mediterranean (yes Albania is a beach destination too, and a fabulous one at that!), traditional villages and some truly unique cities. We were sold.

Sandwiched between Greece and Montenegro, Albania is also perfect for those who’re planning to traverse the Adriatic Coast of the Mediterranean Sea. You can pretty easily make your way from Greece [Read more…]

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April 22, 2015 by Eeva Routio 2 Comments

Netherlands – Pictures

Some pictures from lively Amsterdam.

Amsterdam, Netherlands. Photo: Eeva Routio.
Amsterdam. Photo: Eeva Routio
Amsterdam, Netherlands. Photo: Eeva Routio.
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Amsterdam, Netherlands. Photo: Eeva Routio.
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Amsterdam, Netherlands. Photo: Eeva Routio.
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April 22, 2015 by Eeva Routio Leave a Comment

Montenegro – Pictures

Some pictures from stunning Montenegro.

Ulcinj, Montenegro. Photo: Eeva Routio.
View from our apartment in Ulcinj, Montenegro. Photo: Eeva Routio
Kotor Old Town, Montenegro. Photo: Eeva Routio.
Kotor Old Town at dusk, Montenegro. Photo: Eeva Routio
Bay of Kotor, Montenegro. Photo: Eeva Routio.
Bay of Kotor, Montenegro. Photo: Eeva Routio
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April 22, 2015 by Eeva Routio Leave a Comment

Italy – Pictures

A few pictures from gorgeous Italy.

Florence, Italy. Photo: Eeva Routio.
Florence, Italy. Photo: Eeva Routio
Venice, Italy. Photo: Eeva Routio.
Venice, Italy. Photo: Eeva Routio
Venice, Italy. Photo: Eeva Routio.
Venice. Photo: Eeva Routio
Venice, Italy. Photo: Eeva Routio.
Venice. Photo: Eeva Routio
Florence, Italy. Photo: Eeva Routio.
Florence. Photo: Eeva Routio
Wine tasting in San Gimignano, Italy. Photo: Eeva Routio.
Wine tasting in San Gimignano, Italy. Photo: Eeva Routio
San Gimignano, Italy. Photo: Eeva Routio.
San Gimignano, Italy. Photo: Eeva Routio
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April 22, 2015 by Eeva Routio Leave a Comment

Ireland – Pictures

Some pictures from beautiful Ireland.

Blarney Castle, Ireland. Photo: Eeva Routio.
Blarney Castle, Ireland. Photo: Eeva Routio
Blarney Castle, Ireland. Photo: Eeva Routio.
Line to kiss the Blarney Stone. Blarney Castle, Ireland. Photo: Eeva Routio
Dublin, Ireland. Photo: Eeva Routio.
Dublin, Ireland. Photo: Eeva Routio
Guinness Distillery, Dublin, Ireland. Photo: Eeva Routio.
Guinness Distillery, Dublin, Ireland. Photo: Eeva Routio
Guinness Distillery, Dublin, Ireland. Photo: Eeva Routio.
View of Dublin from Guinness Distillery. Photo: Eeva Routio
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Albanian Alps. Photo: Eeva Routio.

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