Tag: Travel Blog

  • Rovaniemi Finland in Winter

    Rovaniemi Finland in Winter
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    Rovaniemi in Winter Rovaniemi in winter was the highlight of our Nordic Trip.  Located just south of the Arctic Circle in northern Finland, Rovaniemi was everything we had hoped for.  In mid December, there is only just over two hours of actual daylight, although twilight ran from before 7:00am until 5:30pm.  Temperatures are usually well… Read more

  • Stockholm Sweden

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    Stockholm Sweden We arrived in Stockholm after a five-hour train trip from Oslo.  The trip was uneventful, and as WIFI was provided, wasn’t too boring.  The train had a café car, where you could buy food and drinks, so overall a pleasant journey that went surprisingly quickly. On arrival at Stockholm Station, we caught a… Read more

  • Bar Beach Newcastle New South Wales

    Bar Beach Newcastle New South Wales
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    Bar Beach Newcastle is an excellent place for a relaxing half day.  It’s very easy to get to and has a nice large car park.  The ANZAC Memorial Walk   is to the north.  Dixon Park Beach, Merewether Beach and the Ocean Baths are to the south. They are all connected by a foot/bike path, or you… Read more