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  • The modern Opera House pictured in Oslo in September with dramatic clouds and waterfront reflection in Oslo, Norway.
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    3 Days in Oslo in September (Budget-Friendly Travel Guide)

    Bygarrettlanders October 6, 2025October 6, 2025

    Oslo in September turned out to be one of the best ways to experience Norway’s capital, without the summer chaos or the winter deep freeze. When I visited in mid-September, the days were already shorter and the weather flipped between crisp sunshine and sudden rain, but the trade-off was fewer tourists, cheaper hotels, and city…

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  • 9 days in Mallorca on a budget
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    9 Days in Mallorca on a Budget: What Went Wrong and What I’d Do Differently

    Bygarrettlanders September 19, 2025September 19, 2025

    The photos promised paradise, turquoise water, golden coves, lazy afternoons in the sun. But after 9 days in Mallorca on a budget, my reality was very different. The cheap place I booked turned out to be a nightmare, the weather caught me off guard, and small mistakes snowballed into one of my least enjoyable trips….

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  • Abstract 3D neural network visualization with glowing nodes and connections, symbolizing artificial intelligence and ChatGPT coding assistance.
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    ChatGPT Coding for Beginners: How to Use AI Without Knowing Code in 2025

    Bygarrettlanders September 9, 2025September 12, 2025

    This article on ChatGPT coding for beginners isn’t about becoming a developer, it’s about avoiding the wasted hours and frustration I went through when I built this blog. When I first started, I didn’t know CSS from JavaScript. I just wanted a clean site to share my travels and finance insights. But the moment I…

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  • Historic ivy-covered university building in Lund, Sweden, one of the city’s top attractions
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    Malmö vs Lund — Which Copenhagen Day Trip Is Right for You?

    Bygarrettlanders August 30, 2025October 6, 2025

    Planning a day trip from Copenhagen into Sweden often comes down to one question: Malmö or Lund? Both cities sit just across the Øresund Bridge, less than an hour away by train, and both offer a completely different experience. Malmö is Sweden’s modern, coastal hub, a city of striking architecture, busy parks, and cheap falafel….

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  • Captivating view of Matthias Church lit up at night in Budapest, Hungary. A stunning architectural marvel.
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    Budapest in June: 7 Things No One Tells You (But Should)

    Bygarrettlanders August 27, 2025August 27, 2025

    Budapest in June is basically the opposite of a hidden gem. It’s hot, it’s busy, and everyone seems to have the same plan: drink in a ruin bar, sweat it out in a thermal bath, then take 400 photos at Fisherman’s Bastion before lunch. And honestly? Fair enough. I spent 6 days in Budapest at…

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  • 11-Day Madeira Itinerary for Hikers: Trails, Costs & Where to Stay
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    11-Day Madeira Itinerary for Hikers: Trails, Costs & Where to Stay

    Bygarrettlanders August 22, 2025August 26, 2025

    Planning a trip to Madeira and wondering how many days you need, which hikes to prioritize, and what it will cost? This 11-day Madeira itinerary lays it all out. Over nearly two weeks, I hiked the island’s most iconic trails, found budget-friendly places to stay, and tracked every euro I spent. Whether you’re coming for…

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  • Vibrant houses nestled by the seashore in Cudillero, Spain, capturing charming urban architecture.
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    7 Day Northern Spain Road Trip Itinerary (Cantabria & Asturias)

    Bygarrettlanders August 21, 2025August 22, 2025

    I lived in Spain for two years and managed to travel just about everywhere, from hiking the Camino de Santiago Inglés to exploring Roman ruins in Mérida, wandering the cobbled streets of Cáceres, spending a weekend in Málaga, and soaking up the energy of Seville. But this road trip through Cantabria and Asturias felt different….

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  • A picturesque view of iconic trulli houses in Alberobello, Italy, under a bright sky.
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    4 Day Puglia Itinerary: Local Tips for a Perfect Trip

    Bygarrettlanders August 20, 2025August 20, 2025

    Puglia is the kind of place Italians rave about but most tourists forget exists. Which is perfect, because it means fewer crowds for us. I only had 4 days here — not enough to “do it all,” but more than enough to eat my weight in orecchiette, dive off a cliff into turquoise water, and…

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  • Scenic view of Porto, Portugal featuring the iconic Dom Luís I Bridge over the Douro River.
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    10 Best Things to Do in Porto in 2 Days (Budget-Friendly Itinerary)

    Bygarrettlanders August 19, 2025August 22, 2025

    If you only have two days in Porto, you might wonder how much of the city you can really see. I had the same question when I visited last year, and I quickly learned that 48 hours is enough to fall in love with Portugal’s second city, as long as you plan smartly. In this…

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