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My name is Linn Haglund and I’m here to help you have unforgettable adventures all over the globe in a responsible way!

After traveling and living abroad over the last 20 years, I’ve seen both the negatives and positives of tourism. While constantly learning, I’ve helped thousands of travelers to explore this planet in a way that leaves a positive impact on the locals, animals, and the natural resources.

Responsible travel is the future so let’s start now!

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Cadiz Cathedral, with its two clock towers, towering over a busy square with restaurants and palm trees in Cadiz, southern Spain. Visiting the cathedral and its clock tower is one of the best things to do in Cadiz.

25 Top Things to Do in Cadiz, Spain for an Unforgettable Trip

Looking for the best things to do in Cadiz, Spain? Then you’re in the right [...]

13
May

The Roman Bridge in Niebla, southern Spain, reflecting in the Rio Tinto river, which colors the riverbed and rocks orange. This is one of the most underrated day trips from Seville to take.

19 Day Trips from Seville: Beautiful Towns, Beaches & Historic Cities Nearby

While there are plenty of reasons to spend time in Seville, you might want to [...]

13
May

Me, with a black, wide-brimmed hat on a balcony in Plaza de España in Seville, Spain, looking at the square on a sunny day. Visiting Plaza de España is one of my favorite free things to do in Seville.

29 Things To Do in Seville, Spain (And What NOT To Do!)

You’re heading to Andalucia’s fascinating capital city, and wondering what to do in Seville. With [...]

08
May

A wooden walkway across dunes with small bushes leading to Punta Umbria Beach on a sunny day, where people are sunbathing. This is located in Punta Umbria, Huelva, which is one of the best beach resorts near Seville Spain.

13 Best Beaches Close to Seville (Because No, There are No Beaches In Seville)

When planning your Andalucia vacation for the summer months, it’s important to know there are [...]

03
May

The front of a white boat heading towards a sandy island outside Faro in southern Portugal on a sunny day. Taking one of these Faro boat tours to the barrier islands is one of the best things to do in Faro.

10 Fun Faro Boat Tours in 2026: For an Unforgettable Adventure!

If you are here, it means that you are looking for the best Faro boat [...]

03
May

Me sitting on the I love Faro sign, looking at what to do in Faro Portugal marina, as boat trips go past.

Is Faro Portugal Worth Visiting? 10 Good Reasons To Visit Faro

You might ask yourself, “Is Faro, Portugal, worth visiting?” If you ask me, absolutely yes! [...]

30
Apr

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