One morning as I walked the dog, a ship had arrived overnight. At the pier next to the scenic viewpoint of the bridge that has brought us to Langeland, Denmark, a wooden ship in bright blue and yellow colours was moored. The grinning dragon in the stern left no doubt: This was a viking ship. … Continue reading A buried viking ship
Tag: Travel
Destination Kebnekaise
I’m preparing for a trip to Kebnekaise this summer. Kebnekaise is Sweden’s highest mountain with two peaks. The glacier-covered southernmost top used to be the highest but due to changing climate, the northernmost top is now the highest at 2096.8 meter above sea level. Kebnekaise is located far north in Sweden, close to the border … Continue reading Destination Kebnekaise
It is all about money
The Economic Museum of Stockholm opened in June 2024. Sponsored by Swedish bank Swedbank, it tells the story of money. Before known as The Royal Collection of Coins, the museum took a name change and moved premises after a major scandal a decade ago. It is now in the same building as the Historical Museum … Continue reading It is all about money
Singapore day trips: Temples and trees
Going to Singapore? Singapore day trips is a series of posts with fun and inspiring day trips for getting to know the city state. This post invites you to explore the temples and trees of Singapore. No visit to Singapore is complete without a visit to the amazing Singapore Botanic Garden. Scenic paths invites you … Continue reading Singapore day trips: Temples and trees
Singapore day trips: Rail and river
Going to Singapore? Singapore day trips is a series of posts with fun and inspiring day trips for getting to know the city state. This post invites you to explore Singapore along rail and river, beginning at the former Ford factory near Singapore's highest natural point and ending at the mouth of the Singapore River … Continue reading Singapore day trips: Rail and river
Temples of Singapore
I'm exploring Singapore with my IPhone 15, walking around the city on foot with the occasional metro ride to extend my range. It's September, the weather is hot and humid with the occasional sudden downpour. I'm sharing pictures by theme, today's theme is Temples. Singapore is a multicultural city with Chinese, Indians, Arabs, Eurasians and … Continue reading Temples of Singapore
11 things to know when travelling to Singapore
I’m visiting a friend in Singapore and exploring the city state for one week late August/early September. In previous posts I have covered the signs of Singapore and the Singapore skyline. In this post I share travel advice based on personal experience. Singapore is an easy city to visit as a tourist so go if … Continue reading 11 things to know when travelling to Singapore
The skyline of Singapore
Today I bring you a collection of cityscapes of the Singapore skyline. I'm in Singapore on vacation and explore the city on foot with my smartphone camera. Singapore is a city state of 6 million on an island of 735 km2. For comparison the Danish island of Funen where I was born is the home … Continue reading The skyline of Singapore
Signs of Singapore
I’m on vacation in Singapore visiting a friend. I invited a nephew to join me and together we explore the city of Singapore for about one week. Mostly walking from our downtown base but with the occasional ride on the MRT, the local city train. The weather is tropical, temperatures around 30 degrees Celsius. High … Continue reading Signs of Singapore
Next stop: Lion City
Tonight I’m heading out on another adventure. I’m travelling to see a friend in Singapore. Another expat from Denmark, who moved abroad to live in a foreign country and who has so far not returned. For company I invited a nephew from Denmark. I’m privileged to have a life where I have this opportunity. According … Continue reading Next stop: Lion City