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...]

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 […]

Studying and living in Lund Sweden through the eyes of alumni: what is it like?

So, why on earth would you want to know anything about a tiny city in the very south of Sweden? Simply because Lund is not just one of the oldest cities in Sweden, it is home to the largest university in Sweden – Lund university. A few years back, right after graduating from a university […]

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 […]

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 […]

How to Make Your Vacation Social Media Friendly

Social media doesn’t have to be totally black-balled from your vacation in order to live in the moment, but a few rules should be in order. It’s common to live behind the screen and vacations are delicious fodder for Instagram and Snapchat. However, if you want your vacation to be social media friendly, balance is […]

14 DAY ROAD TRIP IN EUROPE

Ever dreamed of a road trip in Europe? Me too. And my dream came true in summer 2014 when together with other three-and-a-half amazing people (3 adults and a 3-yearold) we hit the European paths to spend 14 days on the road. During these two weeks we drove the total of 4.000 something km visiting four countries. […]

Why Crete is Perfect for Girlfriend Weekend Getaway?

Greece, in general, is a perfect place to go on vacation. It is a famous honeymoon spot, a great place to visit with a family (like I did a few years back) and a perfect destination for a girlfriend weekend getaway. My friend and I decided to head to Crete for an ultimate girl-trip in […]

Things to Do in Tampere On a Winter Break in Finland

Tampere is probably one of the cutest and coziest places to visit in Finland if you are looking for winter wonderland charm without going too far away from civilization. There are plenty of things to do in Tampere, from cute colorful houses, and the observation tower that serves the best donuts in the city, to […]

Things to Do in Ohrid Lake, the Place that Will Make You Fall in Love with Macedonia

I am writing this article about things to do in Ohrid Lake sitting in the Villa Mina apartment in the Southwest of Macedonia, watching as morning clouds are raising from the mountains and travel through the otherwise clear blue sky. The lake Ohrid is right in front of me exceptionally calm after yesterday’s storm. If […]