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The emigrant village in Småland - in the footsteps of Vilhelm Moberg

Utvandrarbygden in Småland is the area where many Swedes left to emigrate to the United States from the mid-19th century until the 1920s. It's also where author Vilhelm Moberg grew up and where you can find the places that inspired the novel, epic and film The Emigrants.

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Carthage in Tunisia - archaeological site and World Heritage Site

Carthage is an archaeological site in Tunisia, and a neighbourhood outside the capital Tunis. Today you can see the remains of what was once a powerful Phoenician empire in ancient times - before the Romans decided to raze the city to the ground - and later became a site of the Roman Empire.

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Selime Monastery in Cappadocia - mountain cathedral in Turkey

The Selime Monastery in Cappadocia is the largest religious structure in the area, with a large cathedral carved directly into the rock. The site has also served as a stop for caravans along the Silk Road, and today it is an exciting destination for tourists.

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The underground city of Derinkuyu, Turkey

Located in Cappadocia, Turkey, the underground city of Derinkuyu is so large that it may once have housed up to 20,000 people, along with their livestock and food supplies. The city, which is 85 metres deep, is today a historical attraction open to tourists.

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Kayakapi Premium caves - staying in cave hotels in Cappadocia

Kayakapi Premium Caves is a cave hotel in Cappadocia that makes you feel like you're crawling into a cosy fantasy film. This Turkish boutique hotel is both luxurious and charmingly homely at the same time. You won't want to leave!

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Sloup Castle in the Czech Republic - a fascinating place to visit

Located in the Bohemia / Bohemia region in the north of the Czech Republic, Sloup Castle is a 35 metre high cliff rising straight up from the ground. This is a very special place for a castle.

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Gunnebo Castle and Gardens outside Gothenburg, Sweden

Gunnebo Castle and Gardens is located just south of Gothenburg and can be visited all year round. Here you will find a beautiful castle building, a beautiful park, lovely nature areas and a restaurant and café. If you pick the right day and book in advance, guided tours are also available.

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Riddarhuset in Stockholm - interesting to visit

The Riddarhuset in Stockholm is open to visitors for an hour every weekday, and a visit here is really interesting. Here you can see the Knight's Hall with over 2000 copper armour plates.

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Krapperup Castle in Skåne - with castle park and coffee house

Krapperup Castle is a Scanian estate dating back to the 14th century. Today there is a beautiful castle from the 16th century, a lovely castle park, café and art gallery. We ended up here by chance during our last motorhome trip.

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Tjolöholm Castle - a visit to a fairytale world

Tjolöholm Castle is a stunningly beautiful building, with sumptuous architecture and exciting technical convenience solutions from the very beginning of the 20th century. This is a castle you don't want to miss!

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