Travel Monkey | Adventure Travel Blog for Millenials

Journey to the Edge of the World: 3 days in Svalbard Left Me Speechless

I spent 3 days in Svalbard - the most remote location on the planet - and it left me speechless. The beauty of the Arctic is amplified by its loud quietness and stillness of time. The vastness of … [Read More...]

Greenland Travel Itinerary: 7 Days Arctic Summer Adventure

I've been to many beautiful places in the Nordics already, yet a trip to Greenland evoked emotions that transcended mere admiration—it moved me to tears. The indescribable majesty of the untouched … [Read More...]

How to plan a perfect trip to Greenland

I love Nordics and enjoy discovering the remote places in the area. Some of my favorite trips were in the Nordics: Trolltunga hike in Norway, a road trip in Iceland. After my trips to the green Faroe … [Read More...]

2 Weeks in New Zealand: Itinerary for a Perfect Campervan Road Trip

New Zealand is a remote island country known for its sharp Alpine peaks, volcanic formations, and Hobbiton valley. Because it is so remote (unless you are traveling from Australia), planning a trip … [Read More...]

10 Top Places in Spain That You Should Definitely Visit

Set in Southwestern Europe, Spain is the perfect destination for people looking for fun, educational or relaxing holidays. However, as there are just so many places to be seen, planning a trip to … [Read More...]

Awesome Weekend & Day Trips From Copenhagen by Train

Looking for ideas for amazing weekend and day trips from Copenhagen? There are plenty of impressive castles and beautiful nature areas you can visit nearby, but it is only fair to want something more. … [Read More...]

MY LOVE AND HATE RELATIONSHIP WITH KYIV CITY

I love coming to Ukraine. This is a place that makes me warm from the inside out. This is the place where you can feel yourself like a model! Even before you get the chance to leave the airport, young guards in military uniform are winking at you at the gates. The spectrum of emotions […]

To travel or not to travel during Coronavirus? That is the question.

I know that your mailbox and all possible social media channels are flooded with messages about coronavirus. Your airline, employer, entertainment channel and your mom alike, all trying to tell you how to stay cautious and wash your hands. I am not here to instruct you on what to do but rather to discuss whether […]

Volunteering at Kids’ Summer Camp in Ukraine – Experience of A Lifetime

I am 29. I have worked as a Project Manager for the biggest Danish company. I have traveled to nearly 40 countries of the world from Australia to Finland. I live in the vibrant capital of the happiest nation in the world. Why on earth would I need to go spend my holidays working in […]

3 Lessons Learned From Solo Travel in Morocco As a Girl

Finally, I made it to Morocco, a country that has been on my bucket list for the entire year. Like all things ‘visa’ in my life, getting my documents sorted to travel to Morocco was a lot of drama. For most people, visa is not required but since I am traveling with a Ukrainian passport, […]

Things You Didn’t Know About Santorini

If you are looking for one of the hottest holiday destinations right now, then you need to book your holidays in Santorini. This beautiful island is located in the Aegean Sea and is just one of the many Cyclades Greek islands, including Mykonos, Paros, Naxos, Antiparos, etc. Santorini is one of the most popular stopovers […]

TRAVEL TO SHIRAZ: THE CITY OF FLOWER AND MYSTERY

Have you ever thought that it could be cool to time-travel? You can make your dream come true by traveling to Iran, the land of one of the world’s oldest civilizations. Travel to Shiraz in particular to experience ‘travel back in time’ to a glorious empire of many centuries ago. Shiraz, is the capital of […]

Best Paros Beaches to Soak In On Your Holiday in Greece

Paros island in Greece is a great alternative to Santorini and Mykonos, which are overflown by tourists. An island among the Cyclades, Paros still has plenty of those white-faced houses, charming little streets and corners, and plenty of lazy cats hanging our by the colorful doors. If you are looking for a place with many […]

DO’S AND DON’TS OF EUROPE ROAD TRIP

Europe road trip is an amazing way to see Europe, as it offers you plenty of flexibility and ability to visit as many countries as you wish in a time span you have. Road trip in Europe would be quite easy due to the fact that borders are open and countries are relatively small, so […]

Carry-Bradshaw me back to Copenhagen life, where city is my boyfriend ❤️

This blog post has been sitting in my drafts folder for almost a year! I found it inspired by amazing and extremely untypical autumn weather in Copenhagen which reminded me of California (global warming alert!). Because there too, it was sunny every day and everything around was yellow. Half the time it was because the […]