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 … [Read More...]

Epic Adventure Bucket List Ideas For Every Month of The Year

It is a magical time of the year exactly because this is when we all sit down, take out our pens and journals and start making lists for the year to come. Another good thing about it is that you can just reflect on what you already have. Take a moment and appreciate all the […]

WHY YOU NEED TO LOVE WHAT YOU HAVE BEFORE YOU CAN GET SOMETHING BETTER

I rarely post travel unrelated thoughtful posts, but it is one of those thoughts I want to stick. And not just for me, but for as many people who might read this as possible. For those, who struggle in their low without knowing how to get out. Below I’ll try to share and explain a […]

Who’s to Blame for the Bad Service? Unluxurious San Blas Islands Trip

I was carrying these thoughts around for more than three years and I still don’t have an answer why I didn’t write about this sooner. San Blas islands trip in Kuna Yala territory in Panama actually inspired me to start this blog. If it wasn’t for my trip to San Blas islands, I might have […]

HIKING BARU VOLCANO – THE ULTIMATE CHALLENGE

The main reason why we went to Boquete in the first place is to hike the highest peak in the country – Volcano Baru which is 3.474 meters high above the sea level. Yeah!

IMPROVISING TRAVEL IN ITALY

Italy is the country of amazing food, dirty side-roads, many tourists and people with attitude. But it is a ‘must visit’ country, due to its natural beauty, its amazing architecture and worldwide historical influence. If you’re planning to go, make sure you check out a few of the most popular Italy tours. After our alarming […]

Best places to spend your ski season in Europe

A ski trip is an amazing way to spend winter holidays in Europe. After Christmas markets close for business and the cities become cold and slushy from all the rain and snow, the best escape is heading straight to the mountains to get cozy at some of the best ski resorts in Europe, get warm […]

PANAMA COSTA RICA TRIP WRAP UP

Overall the 20 day Panama Costa Rica trip was a total bliss. It was my first time in Central America (well, America’s in general) and I didn’t know what to expect, but what I’ve seen was amazing. And these countries have loads to offer: from white-sand beaches with palm trees and snorkeling to active volcanoes […]

7 AWESOME MUSIC FESTIVALS IN DENMARK TO VISIT THIS YEAR

When you think ‘music festival’, Denmark doesn’t automatically come to mind, however, that might be a mistake. A host to one of the biggest music festivals in Europe and the biggest one in Northern Europe – Roskilde festival – Denmark has a wide music landscape which has been expanding even more within the last 20 […]

Interactive Way to Explore Nørrebro, Copenhagen

While I am not an expert in museums, castles, and monuments, when it comes to the alternative things to do in Copenhagen, I am the right girl to ask. So, if it’s not your first time in Copenhagen or if you don’t bother to look at a statue of Little Mermaid, I am here to […]