Free-to-Print Welcome Letter
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I packed up my bags, checked out of CodePod – The Court, and locked everything in the hostel’s secure luggage lockers. It was my last day in the city, and I wanted to squeeze in a few final moments before heading to the airport. 📮 A Golden Send-Off Before leaving, I mailed my postcards from
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One of the best things about Edinburgh? So many museums are free. I decided to make the most of it and hit up as many as I could. 🧵 The People’s Story Museum First stop: The People’s Story Museum, housed in the historic Canongate Tolbooth on the Royal Mile. This museum gives a voice to
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Arrived at Edinburgh Airport feeling a mix of excitement and jetlag. I hopped on the Airlink 100 Express Bus, which cost £8.50 for a return ticket and dropped me right in the city center at Waverley Station. Super convenient – runs frequently, like every 10 mins, and has Wi-Fi onboard, which was great for checking
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Edinburgh had been sitting on my travel wishlist for years. Once, friends even invited me to join them for Hogmanay, but I already had other plans and had to pass. During the six years I lived in the UK, I kept telling myself, “I’ll go soon,” but somehow, it never happened. Life got busy, and
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This is an alternative comprehensive itinerary for those planning their own trip to Iceland. 🌍 Introduction Embark on an extraordinary journey across Iceland’s ever-changing landscapes—where fire meets ice, and nature reigns supreme. This self-drive itinerary takes you through some of the country’s most iconic and awe-inspiring destinations, including the tranquil shores of Lake Mývatn, the
🇮🇸🗓️Alternative Guide: Iceland Self-Drive Tour: 7 Nights, 8 Days Read More »
If you thought Christmas was all about cozy sweaters and sugar cookies, think again. In Iceland, the holiday season is a thrilling blend of folklore, food, and firelight – where trolls roam, cats devour the unfashionable, and children await nightly visits from a gang of rascally pranksters. Welcome to Iceland’s strange and spectacular Christmas. 🕯️
Few experiences rival the magic of seeing the Northern Lights dance across Iceland’s night sky. But catching them isn’t just about luck – it’s about timing, location, and a little science. Although we were not lucky enough to see them, we learned a lot along the way and using the tips below will really help
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Our last full day in Iceland began with a bittersweet breakfast and a promise to soak in every last puffin-free moment. We started with a spiritual skyline… ⛪ Hallgrímskirkja Church & Rainbow Road: Pride & Pipes We visited Hallgrímskirkja, Iceland’s tallest church, with its dramatic tower inspired by the basalt columns at Svartifoss. It’s Lutheran,
🇮🇸🧳Iceland – Day 9: Rainbows, Relics & Reykjavík Farewells Read More »
Today was a blend of history, city charm, and one very memorable dinner in Reykjavík. 🛡️ The Settlement Centre: Vikings & Verses After a 1-hour drive, we arrived at The Settlement Centre in Borgarnes. Entry was 3500 ISK, and the experience took about an hour – a perfect primer on Iceland’s early days. There are
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