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Monte OZ is an independent travel blog and travel publication based in Finland, covering destinations, tourism, travel experiences and the people and cultures behind the places we visit. From Finland and the Nordic region to Europe, Africa, Asia and beyond, the site brings together travel stories, destination reporting and firsthand perspectives from a travel journalist, writer and content creator.
How to Find LGBTQ-Friendly Hotels When Travelling Abroad
Finding LGBTQ-friendly hotels when travelling abroad requires more than choosing a property with good reviews or an attractive location. For LGBTQ travellers, the right...
The Countries Where Food Is an Essential Part of the Travel Experience
Food tourism is changing how travellers experience the world, turning local markets, family-run restaurants, street stalls and regional kitchens into destinations in their own...
American Cities That Are Easy for Europeans to Navigate
American cities that are easy for Europeans to navigate are often those where public transport, walkable neighbourhoods and clear connections between major attractions make...
US Cities That Feel Surprisingly European, From New Orleans to Boston
US cities that feel surprisingly European offer travellers something unexpected: streets shaped by centuries of history, neighbourhoods built for walking, distinctive architectural traditions and...
Historic Travel Is Set to Rise in 2027 as Travellers Follow Ancient Trails and...
Historic travel is emerging as a major theme for 2027, with travellers increasingly drawn to ancient ruins, sacred walking routes and destinations made famous...
Greece Named the World’s Most Popular Luxury Honeymoon Destination for 2027
Greece has been named the world's most popular luxury honeymoon destination for 2027, overtaking Bali and the Maldives in the latest Virtuoso Luxe Report,...
Virgin Reveals New High-Speed Train Designs for London to Europe Service Planned for 2030
Virgin's London to Europe train service is taking shape, with the company unveiling the first look at its planned black and red high-speed trains...
Dubai Airports CEO Says Smaller Jets Could Transform Global Air Travel
Dubai Airports CEO Paul Griffiths believes smaller aircraft capable of flying longer distances could reshape international air travel over the next decade, opening new...
The 90/180 Schengen Rule Explained: How Long You Can Stay in Europe Without Overstaying
The 90/180 Schengen rule determines how long many non-EU nationals can stay in Europe's Schengen Area on short visits without a long-stay visa or...
What Visiting Zanzibar is Really Like: Beyond the White-Sand Beaches
Zanzibar is often described as a tropical paradise, but visiting Zanzibar is about more than turquoise water, white-sand beaches and photographs of palm trees...