For anyone planning to attend Flow Festival in 2027, there's plenty to organise before you arrive. The festival takes place in a former industrial area close to central Helsinki, with several stages, a broad mix of musical genres, art and food. This is what I'd tell a friend before their first ...
Flow Festival Helsinki: A First-Timer’s Guide for 2027
24 Hours in Tallinn, Estonia: A Perfect Day Between Two Countries
Tallinn wasn't my final destination. I live in Tirana Albania, and I was planning how to get to Helsinki for Flow Festival when I found a direct flight from Tirana to Tallinn. Estonia hadn't been part of the plan at all, but a ferry connects Tallinn to Helsinki in about two hours, so the trip ...
8 Best Vintage Shops in Lisbon: Where to Find Unique Thrifted Treasures in Portugal
Lisbon has quietly become one of Europe's best cities for vintage shopping. Unlike many cities where thrift stores dominate, Lisbon's secondhand scene is all about curated vintage; carefully selected pieces with character, quality, and style. Whether you're hunting for the perfect leather jacket, ...
Inside Pink Vintage Heart: Lisbon’s Best Vintage Shopping Tour
It was a rainy day in Lisbon, and I ran into the first store I could find. Little did I know I'd be making a new friend, and meeting an expert in fashion. If you're planning a trip to Lisbon and love vintage fashion, this is the experience you didn't know you needed. The Woman Behind Pink ...
I’m Breaking Up With Brand Culture (A Creator’s Manifesto)
I'm breaking up with brand culture. Not a specific brand, the entire system. And it's you, not me. For too long I've allowed myself to be bullied by you, accepting that something had to be wrong with me. Why else would our relationship be so tumultuous? You took so much from me and told me it was ...
My Honest Experience Trying Co-Living in Lisbon at Same Same (2026)
I’ve been to Lisbon four times now, but this was the first visit where I tried something completely new: co-living. When Same Same Coliving invited me to spend a week with them, I honestly wasn’t sure what to expect. I’ve always valued my independence when I travel. I like having my own space, ...
