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May 3, 2026 Alexandra City Passes, Northern Europe, Norway Travel Blog, Oslo Travel Blog, ScandinaviaCity Cards, Cultural Attractions, Things to Do, Weekend Getaways

Visiting Oslo on a Pass Review | Is the Oslo Pass Worth It?

Is Oslo Pass worth buying in 2026? Below, a personal review of the city card opening doors for free transportation and free museum access, as well as discounted meals and shopping in Oslo.

Oslo is so beautiful! Still, a rather expensive city to visit, explore and fully enjoy.

Thankfully, magical fjords sightseeing, delicious Norwegian food and art spaces can all come with a discount when using Oslo Pass. Acting as an all-in-one complete sightseeing solution for Oslo visitors, the card easily replaces individual museum or transportation passes and discount tickets.

Oslo Pass does com with an upfront cost, but it claims substantial savings for the active tourists.

I had the opportunity to give Oslo Pass a try during November, together with my husband. We love winter trips! Therefore, Oslo was a great destination despite the cold weather. We were there for 4 full days, from Friday to Monday. But the 4 days in Oslo passed so fast that it seemed more like a weekend getaway.

Considering that on Mondays most museums are closed, we used the Oslo pass at the beginning of our trip. More specifically, from Friday to Sunday. And kept a bunch of free things to do and see in Oslo (without a pass) for a Monday morning.

December 7, 2025 Alexandra Asia Travel Blog, Hanoi Travel Blog, Itineraries, Southeast Asia Travel Blog, Vietnam Travel BlogCultural Attractions, Things to Do, Travel Itinerary

The Dream of 3 Days in Hanoi & How to Make It Happen | A Jam-Packed Hanoi Itinerary

If you’re wondering what to do in 3 days in Hanoi as a first timer, you’ve got to the right place! I could only start that by saying that this peculiar city is wrapped up in mysticism, colors, smiles and kindness. It’s one of my favourite places in Vietnam, along with Ba Na Hills and Hoi An.

Hanoi is a city hard not to fall in love with. And 3 days are more than enough for that!

First of the 3 days in our Hanoi itinerary is a walk around the Hoan Kiem Lake, a place of folk tales and art. We start with a temple visit and continue by exploring the nearby quarters and most exciting attractions.

The second day is an introduction to the history, as well as political and educational system of Vietnam, while the third day in Hanoi is about the West Lake area, from Pagodas and Temples to modern-day skyscrapers.

Free Things To Do In Oslo - Visiting Vigeland Park

November 19, 2025 Alexandra Northern Europe, Norway Travel Blog, Oslo Travel Blog, Scandinaviabudget friendly trips, Cultural Attractions, Things to Do

Spectacular & Absolutely Free Things to Do in Oslo, Norway in 2026

What are THE best free things to do in Oslo?
If you’re searching for the most incredible, no-cost attractions and a city adventure set among the famous Norwegian fjords, you should know Oslo is perfect for that!

My guide below we’ll help your discover a list of the best totally free things to do in Oslo — including iconic landmarks such as Vigeland Park, quirky local experiences, art museums, plus some seasonal activities. Everything here is based on my own trip and now updated for 2026.

Cultural Center in Bukchon Hanok Village

October 31, 2025 Alexandra East Asia, Seoul, South Koreaancient architecture, Cultural Attractions, heritage villages, Things to Do

Bukchon Hanok Village Guide & Map: A Living Story of the Joseon Dynasty (Updated 2025)

A long list of out-of-this-world things to do in Bukchon Hanok Village, Seoul, South Korea. Ready?

The ancient South Korean Bukchon Hanok Village is a rare time-machine neighbourhood. An attraction worth of topping any list of places to visit in Seoul. The village takes you back more than 600 years ago, to the ancient Joseon Dynasty era, while confining pieces of what used to be the lifestyle of the upper class of those times.

In all my travels, I have hardly ever seen such a surprising urban artefact.

Bukchon means Northern Village and it was called so due to its strategic position on the Joseon Map, north of Cheonggyecheong Stream and Jongno.

Traditionally, this was the residential quarter of high-ranking government officials and nobility. Even though some of the old hanoks have been modernized being transformed into the so called fusion hanoks, there are still plenty of well-conserved examples of art and architecture reminding of the ways old Koreans used to live.

Venice Opera Cocnert at Scuola Grande di San Teodoro

September 28, 2025 Alexandra Italy Travel Blog, Southern Europe Travel Blogbudget friendly trips, Cultural Attractions, Things to Do

Candlelit Venice Opera Concert at Scuola Grande di San Teodoro

If you’re wondering whether (and where) to attend an opera concert in Venice, you’ll likely hear about the amazing Teatro La Fenice. But for a more intimate experience, the Three Tenors concert at the Scuola Grande di San Teodoro is nevertheless another true gem. Here’s why it’s worth going and how it felt for me.

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