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Twierdza Fort IV: staying in a fort in Poland

by Fizz 01/04/2023

So I’m in Toruń, Poland for the World Masters Athletics (my parents are badasses and this is how it manifests in my dad). Poland is a popular destination, it’s fair…

01/04/2023

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Ready for Take Off: Spending the night in a Boeing 747 hostel | Jumbo Stay Stockholm

by Fizz 28/03/2023

Featured image from JumboStay.com The day started like most long travel days: an early morning, no breakfast, a cold trip to the train station, and stealing naps here and there.…

28/03/2023

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Winter magic: My Lapland experience with Timetravels

by Fizz 24/03/2023

So I’ve just returned from a four-day trip to Levi, in Finnish Lapland (not including travel time!) and what an amazing experience it was! Lapland is a must-visit for many…

24/03/2023

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Studying in Sweden – reflecting on an incredible first semester

by Fizz 27/01/2023

So I’ve reached the end of the first semester here in Sweden, which means it’s an appropriate time for some kind of stream-of-consciousness post about my experience here. If I…

27/01/2023

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The Cosiest Autumn and Winter Activities in Gothenburg

by Fizz 17/12/2022

Lovely, lovely autumn – darker nights, colder mornings, and bright, low sunshine – if you’re lucky. Alternatively, it’s grey skies and wet puddles everywhere! Any sane person would hate the…

17/12/2022

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The Ultimate Guide to Public Transport in Gothenburg

by Fizz 06/12/2022

Featured image credits Often touted as Europe’s most sustainable destination, it’s no surprise that Gothenburg in Sweden has an extensive bus and tram system to get you where you need…

06/12/2022

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Bars in Gothenburg: a Guide

by Fizz 18/11/2022

Sometimes there’s nothing better than relaxing with friends – or alone! – over your drink of choice, and it’s no secret that as students we quickly scope out the best…

18/11/2022

Sweden travel

The 9 Best Things To Do in Gothenburg

by Fizz 28/10/2022

Situated on the West coast of Sweden, the country’s second largest city is home to a wealth of cultural, outdoor, culinary and other experiences. It’s an easy to explore city,…

28/10/2022

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Spain Travel Diaries: Córdoba

by Fizz 21/10/2022

Córdoba is a city that featured on my bucket list post, although at the time I wasn’t really aware of what the city had to offer – I think I…

21/10/2022

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Birmingham 2022: a volunteer, a spectator and a tourist

by Fizz 14/10/2022

In August 2022 I had the great honour of joining the 14,000-strong team of volunteers at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games. The opportunity first came to my attention through, of…

14/10/2022

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