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Aurora hunting in Finnish Lapland- Experience of a lifetime!

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What can be a better way to spend your winter holiday than chasing the magnificent Northern lights in Finnish Lapland! And as a cherry on the cake, add to it a dozen other winter activities to make this the most unique and memorable trip! Read this post to know interesting facts about how you can make the most out of this dream destination. Destination 1: Finnish Lapland (Saariselk ä) Visiting the Finnish Lapland is indeed a magical experience! At the onset, this sounds too good to be true! But the moment you set foot on this snowy wonderland, you are in a different world altogether. It is no less than a beautiful fairytale setting that we have all dreamt about in our childhood days. View from our flight Scratch the map: Saariselkä, the northernmost region in Finnish Lapland is situated about 250 km north of the Arctic Circle.  With only 300-350 inhabitants, this place is very popular among tourists who wish to experience  authentic Lapland. Nearest airport :  Saariselkä ...

Black Forest Highlights (Baden-Baden and Triberg)

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Black Forest (or Schwarzwald in German) is a well-known tourist destination located in southwest Germany. This mountainous terrain is said to have got its name from the dark green colour of the spruce trees in this region. Read this post to find out about two of the most beautiful places to visit in Black Forest: Baden-Baden and Triberg.  Destination 1: Baden-Baden This fashionable European spa-town is the perfect place to enjoy some relaxing time away from our hectic daily schedule. When in Baden-Baden, don’t forget to pamper yourself at the famous spa centres such as Caracalla Baths or Friedrichsbad!  Scratch the map: Baden-Baden is located in the state of Baden-Württemberg in the Black Forest region. It is on the Oos River in the north-west part of Black Forest close to the French border. Nearest airport : The nearest airport to Baden-Baden is Karlsruhe/Baden Baden (FKB) which is approximately 16 km from Baden-Baden city centre.  Baden-Baden city centre Baden-Baden Our...

Bavarian Holidays- Chapter 1

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Bavaria is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful regions in Germany thanks to its stunning alpine scenery, romantic castles and charming medieval towns. Amongst all the amazing places in this region, Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a  hidden gem worth adding to your Bavarian itinerary. Destination: Garmisch-Partenkirchen  Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a mountain town in Bavaria and an ideal choice for a quick getaway in the heart of the Bavarian Alps. Although mainly popular as a ski destination, it’s summer look is equally mesmerizing. We visited this quaint town for 3 days during summer and totally fell in love with this place! The lush green meadows with rugged mountains in the background are an absolute delight for nature lovers. Also if you are an experienced hiker, then gear up to hike the highest mountain peak of Germany! Garmisch-Partenkirchen Panoramic view from our walking trails Scratch the map: Garmisch-Partenkirchen is approximately 90 km away from Munich and can be reached...