~ European adventures ~
Exploring the RMK Juminda campsite to understand the ww2 maritime disaster
The RMK Juminda campsite is also home to a memorial dedicated to the lives lost in the Juminda maritime disaster, during World War II.
Kiek in de Kök fortifications and Defence Museum, Tallinn
The Kiek in de Kök Museum is a museum located in Tallinn, Estonia, that showcases the history of the city's fortifications and the development of Tallinn's defence system over the centuries.
The Kai art centre in Noblessner, Tallinn
Kai Art Centre is a contemporary art centre located in Tallinn, the capital city of Estonia. The centre is housed in a former submarine production plant in the Noblessner port area, which itself has undergone a major renovation to turn it into a modern and versatile art venue.
Männiku Wakepark in Tallinn
Männiku Wakepark is a cable wakeboarding park located in Tallinn, Estonia. It is situated in the Männiku neighbourhood, which is approximately 15 minutes from Tallinn city centre.
Roaming around Pikakari beach (aka Pikakari rand) in Northern Tallinn
Located on the western outskirts of Tallinn in the Kakumäe district, Pikakari Beach is a popular destination for those looking to escape the city and enjoy a day by the sea. The beach offers visitors calm waters, beautiful scenery, and a range of amenities, including changing rooms, showers, and toilets. Several cafes and restaurants are also nearby for visitors to enjoy a meal or a drink.
Learning about the future of Robotics at Robotex International
Attending the Robotex International Robotics Festival, held at Tallinn’s Unibet Arena, this year was a fun experience, packed with groundbreaking technology, cool competitions and inspiring ideas!
Seeing Larissa Sansour’s fascinating work in the Amos Rex museum, Helsinki
When we visited the Amox Rex museum, the main exhibition was from Larissa Sansour, a prominent Palestinian-Danish artist whose multidisciplinary work explores themes of identity, memory, and the intersection of politics and culture.
A tour around ‘The Battery’, an eerie, abandoned soviet prison with a terrible history
Patarei Prison (‘The Battery’ in English), located in Tallinn, Estonia, is a chilling and historically significant site that reflects the nation’s turbulent history, that we had a chance to tour in winter 2024.
Learning about SpaceTech in the ‘City of Space’
From November 19 to 21, 2024, the Messe Bremen in Germany hosted the SpaceTech Expo Europe, the continent’s largest trade fair dedicated to space technology.
Understanding Baltic culture at the Modern Art Museum in Vilnius
Located in the heart of the city, the MO Museum in Vilnius is a prominent cultural landmark dedicated to modern and contemporary art that’s definitely worth visiting if you’re in the city!
Exploring the UNESCO-listed Belvedere Palace Gardens in Vienna, Austria
The Belvedere Palace and Gardens in Vienna are a stunning example of Baroque architecture and landscape design, and they play a significant role in the city’s cultural and historical heritage. The complex consists of two magnificent palaces—Upper Belvedere and Lower Belvedere—connected by a vast, meticulously designed garden.
Seeing the decaying yet fascinating, Kreenholm factory at the very edge of Europe
After hearing about a ghostly relic from the last century, we decided to travel to the furthest reaches of Europe to visit a decaying but fascinating former factory located on an island next to the Russian border.
Seeing Prague castle up close
Prague Castle stands as the centrepiece of Prague’s skyline, a majestic complex that embodies centuries of Czech history and architectural splendour.
Experiencing the bohemian spirit of the Uzupis district in Vilnius, Lithuania
Often compared to Montmartre in Paris or Freetown Christiania in Copenhagen, Užupis is known for its bohemian spirit, artistic community, and independent character. The district is situated just across the Vilnia River, which separates it from the historic Old Town of Vilnius, making it both central and slightly secluded.
Understanding the world at Universum science museum, Bremen, Germany
The Universum, located in Bremen, Germany, is a highly interactive science museum that combines learning with highly interactive entertainment – a combination we loved!
Known for its striking architectural design—resembling a metallic whale or a futuristic clam shell (see below)—it captivated us before we even stepped inside.
Photosynthesis: seeing the Shepard Fairey exhibition at Fotografiska, Tallinn
Shepard Fairey's Photo Synthesis exhibition at Fotografiska Tallinn is a wonderful, intricate and impactful exploration of his artistic journey, running until March 2025.
Catching ‘The Mystery of Banksy — A Genius Mind: The unauthorised exhibition'
Despite not featuring a single Banksy original, we were excited to visit an unauthorised Banksy exhibition that’s been touring around Europe since 2021.
Seeing Warsaw from the top of the Palace of Culture and Science (aka the ‘PKiN’)
The Palace of Culture and Science, known as Pałac Kultury i Nauki (PKiN) in Polish, is a prominent skyscraper in central Warsaw, and one of the city's most iconic landmarks.
Exploring a ‘Forest Brothers’ bunker in southern Estonia
The Ennuksemäe Forest Brothers’ bunker is a fascinating historical site located near Viljandi, Estonia. This bunker is significant as it represents the resistance efforts of the Forest Brothers, a group of Estonian partisans who fought against Soviet occupation after World War II.
Exploring Copenhagen’s eerie underground Cisterns
The Cisterns in Copenhagen, hidden beneath Søndermarken Park, are a fascinating and eerie underground space with a rich history.
Originally constructed in 1856, these massive reservoirs were part of Copenhagen’s first water supply system, designed to store and deliver clean drinking water to the growing city.