Man, it seems like Minneapolis is getting all of the sporting events because of their fancy new stadium. Of course, the NCAA tourney will be played there on Monday, April 8th. For those of you heading to the game this upcoming week, here’s a little Minnesota refresher.
you’re gonna make it after all…
As we all swelter in the blazing sun today, all I can do is dream of the perpetually cool, crisp air in Reykjavik. While I dream of my next trip to somewhere more brisk, here’s a little #tbt to cooler weather in Iceland.
Iceland is super trendy. In the past decade, there’s been a >300% increase in the amount of visitors to Iceland — it’s almost to the point where you barely see any locals. Because I have the worst FOMO ever, I needed to go here before tourists overrun everything and American chains start moving in. Everyone in my family had already gone (which is not a reason to travel, but again, FOMO), so off I headed to Reykjavik for an Icelandic adventure.
all is full of love…
What is there to say about Venice that hasn’t been said? It is the pre-eminent beautiful destination of the world. A city made up of thousands of tiny islands, its canals are the vasculature to the heart of the city, Piazza di San Marco.
With great beauty comes great tourism, and I think that is the main detractor from the city itself. There’s too many people here, and in turn, the culture has turned outward rather than inward. Of course, there is still great art, food and history, all things Italians are most proud of, but you have to push through the crowds and dig deep to find it.
It’s worth it. Just live in the moment, enjoy the fact that you have the privilege of being surrounded by gorgeous scenery. Che bella e la dolce vita…
Iceland is super trendy. In the past decade, there’s been a >300% increase in the amount of visitors to Iceland — it’s almost to the point where you barely see any locals. Because I have the worst FOMO ever, I needed to go here before tourists overrun everything and American chains start moving in. Everyone in my family had already gone (which is not a reason to travel, but again, FOMO), so off I headed to Reykjavik for an Icelandic adventure.
all is full of love…
I can safely report that there is nothing rotten in the state of Denmark. In fact, I can certify that Denmark is 100% fresh after spending a few days there (rotten tomatoes reference for us nerds).
Danes are known for their convivial spirit as embodied in the trendy term hygge (pronounced who-guh). There’s no corresponding English word, but it is approximated to cosiness in life, i.e. drinking hot chocolate with your friends by an open fire with a wool blanket while wearing yoga pants. Hygge is also personal responsibility: the Danish are have a great deal of respect and care for their homeland and fellow man. They’re said to be one of the happiest peoples in the world and it’s probably because of this trust and friendliness. People don’t lock their bikes up. This blew my mind.
I spent a culture, food, art, architectural jam packed three days here, and it left me wanting to go back and experience more of that hygge life. Read my itinerary and tips after the jump. Hygge down!
I wanna Dansk with somebody…
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