Travel, life, loves and laughs.
Christiansborg Palace is set on the islet of Slotsholmen (literally castle islet) right in the middle of Copenhagen. As we walk over the ages old stone bridge this morning our passage is uniterrupted. I’m sure when the castle was inhabited by the Royal Family, this bridge would have been suitably guarded.… Read the rest
After a morning at Amalienborg Palace, just mum and I, we have returned to the apartment to pick up the boys. We decide to head to the Danish National Museum for the afternoon – it’s close (as it’s raining), has a children’s section and we hope that it will hold their attention for at least a couple of hours.… Read the rest
We have already explored the impressive courtyard at Amalienborg Palace, the official home of Denmark’s royal family. Today, Mum and I leave the boys behind and set off for a morning of sightseeing.
The drizzle follows us onto the big red sightseeing bus as we make our way across Copenhagen.… Read the rest
We dock at Nynäshamn, Sweden, and I hear the low rumble of the ship’s engines. Slowly and carefully, we manoeuvre towards the port. I’m usually happy to find my own way around, but today we’ve booked a Big Red Bus transfer into Stockholm.… Read the rest
Finland’s capital, Helsinki, sits on a southern peninsula in the Gulf of Finland. We have arrived at the port and I’m itching to get into the city but as usual, it’s a bit chaotic getting five people ready. … Read the rest
Today, we get to experience St Petersburg from its beautiful canals. Founded by Peter the Great in 1703, the city was his ambitious attempt to create a new European-style capital. He wanted Russia to have a modern gateway to the West, with access to the Baltic Sea.… Read the rest
After a full day exploring Peterhof and the Catherine Palace at Pushkin, I’m ready to discover St Petersburg itself. We’ve seen the imperial splendour beyond the city, and now it’s time to explore its historic heart.… Read the rest
As the second wife of Peter the Great, Catherine I, Empress of Russia, came to the throne by chance. She was orphaned at an early aged and spent her youth as a maid. Nevertheless, they met soon after Peter moved the capital to St.… Read the rest
Our destination is Peterhof. After a drive through the city, however, the metro is our first introduction to St. Petersburg. From the very beginning, Narvskaya metro it is unlike any other metro station. This station is bustling with commuters as we push our tokens into the machine to pass through the gates.… Read the rest
The wind whips through my hair as we walk along the pier to our first glimpses of Estonia. There’s not much by way of sign posts to the Old Town but I know Tallinn is going to be special.… Read the rest