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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.
France’s Highest Hotel Reopens in the Pyrenees With Panoramic Mountain Views
France's highest hotel, Hôtellerie des Laquets, has reopened in the Pyrenees at an altitude of approximately 2,620 metres, offering guests panoramic mountain views, access...
Holland America Line to Launch 28-Day Pan Am Anniversary Cruise in 2027
A Pan Am anniversary cruise will give travellers a chance to revisit the golden age of aviation when Holland America Line launches a 28-day...
How Finland Can Attract More Long-Haul Visitors Beyond Lapland and the Northern Lights
Finland long-haul tourism has an opportunity to grow by giving international travellers more reasons to explore the country beyond Lapland's winter landscapes and the...
How Currency Exchange Rates Can Change the Real Cost of a Holiday
Currency exchange affects travel costs long before a traveller pays for a hotel, orders a meal or buys a train ticket abroad. The exchange...
Best eSIMs for Digital Nomads Working Across Multiple Countries
For digital nomads, the best eSIMs are not necessarily the ones offering the cheapest data packages, but those that make it easier to stay...
Airlines With the Best Stopover Programs for Exploring Two Destinations on One Trip
Airlines with the best stopover programs give travellers an opportunity to turn a long journey into a multi-destination holiday, often with hotel discounts, organised...
VIDEO: Everything Passengers Should Know Before Flying Ethiopian Airlines
Ethiopian Airlines is an important option for travellers connecting Africa with Europe, Asia, the Middle East and the Americas, but a smooth journey depends...
Expedia Predicts Five Travel Trends for 2027, From Gothic Hotels to Short Getaways
Expedia's travel trends for 2027 point to a shift towards more personal, playful and flexible holidays, with travellers showing growing interest in Gothic hotels,...
Valletta Tops Europe’s Best Holiday Destinations for a Longevity Lifestyle
Europe's best holiday destinations for a longevity lifestyle are not necessarily the places with the most advanced wellness clinics or expensive health treatments. According...
Holidays Remain a Priority as UK Travellers Cut Costs Rather Than Cancel Trips, Report...
Holidays remain a spending priority for UK travellers, but rising living costs and global uncertainty are changing how people plan their trips, according to...