Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel: Visiting by Day vs. an Overnight Stay [2026]

Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel: Visiting by Day vs. an Overnight Stay [2026]

Of all the things I wanted to do on my winter trip to Alta, visiting the famous Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel was at the top of my list! Besides seeing the Northern lights, of course. I’ve been to several ice hotels around the Arctic, including the Ice Domes in Tromsø, IceHotel 365 in Jukkasjärvi, and the…

15 Wonderful Things to Do in Bordeaux in Winter

15 Wonderful Things to Do in Bordeaux in Winter

Only a two-hour high-speed train ride from Paris and about the same to Toulouse, Bordeaux is the largest city in southwestern France. While the spotlight is definitely on the area’s wine production, Bordeaux is a proper all-seasons destination, perfect for wine lovers and culture fans alike. In fact, I’d argue that Bordeaux in winter has much…

13 Magical Things to Do in Salzburg in Winter

13 Magical Things to Do in Salzburg in Winter

Salzburg is one of those places that captures your heart the moment you arrive, regardless of the season. However, anyone who knows a thing or two about this beautiful medieval city knows that winter in Salzburg is when it sparkles most beautifully. Once winter falls over the city, you can admire the (already dazzling) cobblestone…