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Category: Europe

This section spotlights travel experiences, articles, and photography covering places and regions I’ve explored in all parts of Europe – North, South, East, and West.

Autumn in Stockholm

Postcard: Autumn in Stockholm #NaPhoPoMo

by Lola AkinmadeEuropePosted on November 4, 20152 Comments

This has been the warmest autumn in Stockholm ever recorded so far. The leaves will be gone by the end of the month yet it feels weird to not be bundled up a lot more…

Biking along the Göta Canal in Sweden

Postcard: Biking the Göta Canal #NaPhoPoMo

by Lola AkinmadeEuropePosted on November 4, 2015November 4, 2015Comments are Disabled

The Göta Canal was dug and built in the early 19th century to connect both coasts of Sweden (via Gothenburg and Stockholm) for transportation purposes…

Postcard: A view of Smögen #NaPhoPoMo

by Lola AkinmadeEuropePosted on November 2, 20156 Comments

The gorgeous (and tiny) seaside fishing village of Smögen in West Sweden is a popular summer spot among locals, especially for those who are interested in going out to sea and exploring some of the region’s seafood culture.

25 Northern Lights photos from Swedish Lapland

by Lola AkinmadeEuropePosted on October 12, 2015July 24, 20194 Comments

As I was recently sorting through photos, I realized I hadn’t shared a full photo essay of Northern Lights in Swedish Lapland here on my blog. The occasional photo here and there but not a full gallery, so here are 25 of my favourites…

In Pictures: Local food producers in Emilia Romagna

by Lola AkinmadeEuropePosted on September 24, 2015April 4, 20164 Comments

While I was exploring this Italian region known for its traditional gastronomy, I got to meet local food producers in Emilia Romagna…

Fishing in West Sweden

Just back: The fisherman’s life #CulinarySweden

by Lola AkinmadeEuropePosted on September 15, 2015October 2, 2015Comments are Disabled

My introduction to fishing in West Sweden. It’s been awhile since I’ve felt the cool chill of ocean spray splash across my face, drenching me with saltwater…

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