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Leaving Everything Behind?

14.04.2016 01.02.2018 / 3 Comments / Car trip, Europe, Finland, Personal / By Our Life, Our Travel

Have you ever been dreaming to explore the world? Have you ever left everything behind? Is it hard to start a minimalistic lifestyle? TIPS and CHECKLIST included.

Manaus – Tabatinga: 7 days by boat on the Amazon

12.04.2016 11.01.2020 / 24 Comments / Backpacking, Brazil, South America / Amazon / By Our Life, Our Travel
Departure from Manaus. Tabatinga - Manaus boat ride

Even though we have spent almost 2 weeks in and around Manaus, that was not enough from Amazon region. We heard that slow passenger boats are going up to the Colombian-Peruvian-Brazilian border every few days.

Sightseeing in Manaus, Brazil, at the heart of Amazonas state

22.03.2016 06.02.2022 / 2 Comments / Backpacking, Brazil, South America / Amazon / By Our Life, Our Travel
Manaus, Brazil

After a short stay in São Paulo, we flew to Manaus, to the capital of Amazonas state. I was dreaming about this city since I have written a paper about Brazil in high school. I have been waiting curiously to see the leftovers from the great buildings that were built during the 19th century after the rubber boom.

Why to Try Ice fishing in Finland (Equipment and How to Guide)

14.03.2016 13.03.2019 / 2 Comments / Europe, Finland / Lapland, winter / By Our Life, Our Travel

Fishing is quite common is many countries. But how about doing it during the winter? Ice-fishing is a nordic specialty!

1 Day in Sao Paulo – Sightseeing & First Impressions

10.03.2016 04.04.2019 / 1 Comment / Backpacking, Brazil, South America / By Our Life, Our Travel

After the long flights we arrived to São Paulo, to the largest city of Brazil. Even though it was a very short stay in the city, it was enough for the first impressions.

Winter Wonderland at the Koli National Park – Eastern Finland

06.03.2016 25.06.2019 / 11 Comments / Europe, Finland, Hiking / Joensuu, national park, winter / By Our Life, Our Travel
Ukko-Koli in winter

Koli National Park is about an hour of drive away from Joensuu, it is the closest National Park to Joensuu, in Eastern Finland. It has amazing views every season.

Why Do We Travel with Small Backpack?

06.03.2016 05.09.2020 / Backpacking, Brazil, South America / By Our Life, Our Travel
Kelimutu Lakes, Flores, Indonesia

Small backpack = flexibility. We travel with backpacks even for a month-long trip. Check out how do we do it!

Welcome!

26.02.2016 25.06.2019 / Personal / By Our Life, Our Travel

A Polish-Hungarian-(kind of Finnish) couple would like to show a slice of their life in Finland and around the world.

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I am a Hungarian mother (or two) who lives in Lapland and likes traveling, road tripping, and hiking. Check out our adventures in and outside of Finland!

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