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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.
Lisbon Named Europe’s Best City Destination and Cruise Destination for 2026
Lisbon has been named Europe's Best City Destination and Cruise Destination for 2026 at the World Travel Awards Europe, securing two major tourism honours...
7 Underrated Golf Holiday Destinations in Europe for Quieter Courses and Better Value
Europe's underrated golf holiday destinations are attracting growing interest from travellers looking beyond the continent's established golf resorts, with coastal Bulgaria, northern Norway and...
What Can You Take Through Airport Security? A Practical Guide to Liquids, Food, Medication...
What can you take through airport security? The answer depends on the airport, your destination, the type of baggage you are carrying and the...
Should You Carry Cash or Use a Card When Travelling Abroad?
Cash or card when travelling abroad is not simply a question of convenience. The choice can affect how much a trip costs, whether a...
How to Avoid ATM Fees Abroad and Keep More of Your Travel Money
ATM fees abroad can quietly increase the cost of a trip, particularly when travellers withdraw cash repeatedly, accept unfavourable exchange rates or use bank...
How to Plan a First Trip to Ghana: Entry Requirements, Costs, Transport and Places...
A first trip to Ghana is easier to plan when travellers understand the country's entry requirements, regional differences, transport options and everyday practicalities before...
Which Country Should You Apply to for a Schengen Visa? The Rules Every Traveller...
The Schengen visa application country should be determined by your actual travel plans, not by which embassy appears to have the easiest application process...
Lapland Airports Prepare for 5-10% Passenger Growth as Finavia Expands Winter Staffing
Lapland airports are preparing for a 5-10% increase in passenger numbers this winter, with Finnish airport operator Finavia recruiting more seasonal workers and improving...
Luxury Travel Trends for 2027: Privacy, Wellness and Slower Journeys Take Centre Stage
Luxury travel trends for 2027 point towards a shift in how affluent travellers choose to spend their time and money, with greater emphasis on...
19th-Century Portuguese Farmhouse to Become a Wellness Retreat in the Algarve in 2027
Shanti-Som Algarve, a new wellness retreat in southern Portugal, is scheduled to open in February 2027, bringing six structured wellness programmes to a restored...