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Travel: guides, routes and ready-made trip plans
Choose a destination, a ready-made itinerary or a tried-and-tested route. Here I gather the key OndaTravel guides: Northern Europe, Iceland, Norway, city breaks and warm destinations. Start with where you want to go, then move on to specific plans, maps and tips.
Answer in brief
Travel on OndaTravel.pl is the main travel hub, leading to guides to Iceland, Norway, Northern Europe, city breaks, warm destinations and travel trends. It's the best starting point if you want to choose a destination, find a ready-made route or go to a specific section.
| Section | What will you find in this section? |
|---|---|
| The North | Iceland, Norway, Lofoten, fjords, the northern lights and routes for those planning a trip to Northern Europe. |
| Iceland | Ready-made itineraries, waterfalls, volcanoes, glaciers, hot springs, the Golden Circle and road trips around the island. |
| Norway | Guides to northern Norway, Lofoten, Tromsø, Senja, Narvik, the fjords and northern lights viewing. |
| City breaks and Europe | Short trips, city breaks from Gdańsk, European destinations and ready-made ideas for 2–4 days. |
| Warm destinations | Thailand, Vietnam, Cyprus, islands, beaches and destinations for sunshine out of season. |
| Travel trends | Noctourism, coolcation, quietcation, glowcation, set-jetting and new ways to plan a trip. |
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Contents
Where to start planning a trip?
Not sure where to start? Choose a destination or travel style and go to the guides, ready-made itineraries and routes. Below you'll find Northern Europe, specific countries, warm destinations and travel trends.
Reykjavík
Iceland's capital and the best start to your trip
City attractions, geothermal pools and a good entry point for your first trip plan.
See the guide →
Golden Circle
The classic first-timer route
Þingvellir, Gullfoss and the geysers — the best option if you want a quick taste of Iceland.
See the guide →
South Coast
Waterfalls, black beaches and the Ring Road
Iceland's strongest stretch for a first road trip: classics and less obvious stops.
See the guide →
Lofoten
The most beautiful pearl of northern Norway
Rugged mountains, fishing villages and views that best show the character of Norway's north.
See the guide →
Fjords
Norway's fjords and classic scenic routes
Norway's best-known landscapes, viewpoints and roads worth starting your first trip plan with.
See the guide →
The North and the aurora
Northern Norway: the aurora, road trips and places to start
Gather regions, guides and practical tips in one place if you want to combine the North, a road trip and watching the sky.
See the guide →
Warm destinations
Vietnam, Thailand and Cyprus — winter sun and ready-made trip plans
If you're looking for warmer destinations, here's the best way into Vietnam, Thailand and Cyprus — with practical guides, ready-made plans and specific places to see.
Vietnam • Thailand • Cyprus
Vietnam
Phú Quốc: an island to start with
A practical guide to Vietnam's largest island: what to see, how to plan your stay and where to start.
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Thailand
Koh Samui and Tarnim Magic Garden
A calmer Thailand beyond the beach: a specific place, the island's atmosphere and an idea for a light sightseeing plan.
See the guide →
Cyprus
Cyprus: a 7-day plan and the most beautiful places
A good destination for a week of sunshine: the most interesting places, an easy driving plan and a quick start for your first trip.
See the guide →
Thailand
Thailand
Bangkok
Bangkok: top 13 attractions
Riverside temples, Chinatown, BTS/MRT transport, costs and a ready-made plan for seeing Bangkok.
See Bangkok →
Bangkok
Ancient City Bangkok
Thailand in miniature near Bangkok: temples, palaces, reconstructions and a practical half-day plan outside the centre.
See Ancient City →
Koh Samui
Tarnim Magic Garden
A calmer Thailand beyond the beach: a sculpture garden, mountain roads, getting there and an idea for a light sightseeing plan.
See Tarnim →
Start
City breaks from Gdańsk
Choose a destination for 2–3 days: flights from Gdańsk, cities without a car, ready-made plans and practical tips.
See the section →
Southern Europe
Nice from Gdańsk
A weekend on the Côte d'Azur: the promenade, the old town, viewpoints and a car-free plan.
See Nice →
The Baltic
Tallinn from Gdańsk
An atmospheric old town, viewpoints, the harbour and a simple weekend plan for Tallinn.
See Tallinn →Travel trends
Noctourism, coolcation and new travel styles
See how the way we travel is changing: the night sky, holidays without the heat, quiet, recovery, film locations and trips with a challenge — all in one guide to the trends.
Noctourism • Coolcation • Quietcation • Glowcation • Darecation • Set-jetting
Noctourism
Travel after dark
The night sky, the northern lights, dark-sky places and trips after sunset.
Coolcation
Cooler destinations
Trips without the heat, Northern Europe and places where it's easier to relax in summer.
Quietcation
Quiet, nature and fewer crowds
Trips without noise, pressure or overstimulation — for a calmer break.
Glowcation
Recovery and a natural glow
Wellness, sleep, light, nature and trips you come back from with more energy.
Darecation
Bolder trips
Trips off the beaten track: new experiences, bolder decisions and more curiosity.
Set-jetting
In the footsteps of films and series
Film cities, TV-series landscapes and places known from cinema and popular productions.
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Author
Hi, I'm Krystian “dziadzia” from OndaTravel.pl!
The North is my greatest passion, but the world is too beautiful to stay in one climate. On my blog I combine the raw nature of Iceland and Norway with the exotic energy of Thailand and Vietnam, showing you how to travel authentically, with passion and a camera in hand.
What will you find on OndaTravel.pl?
- Visual valueAs a photographer and filmmaker I don't just describe places — I take you there with professional shots and video.
- Expert on the NorthReady-made road trip plans for Iceland and Norway, tricks for sightseeing on a budget and my own northern lights radar.
- Travel in the footsteps of cinemaA film-location tracker — from the frozen scenes of Interstellar to the tropical shots of world cinema.
- New direction: the exoticI love contrast, which is why the blog has more and more practical knowledge about Vietnam and Thailand. I show you how to find your way around South-East Asia and come back with the best memories.
Read next
Choose a destination and start with tried-and-tested plans — then pick attractions to suit your time, the weather and your travel style.
If you're looking for warmer destinations outside Europe, compare Vietnam and Thailand — both combine sunshine, sightseeing and a slower travel pace well.
When planning Bangkok, also check Ancient City Bangkok / Mueang Boran, a large open-air museum outside the city and a good idea for a calmer day away from the centre.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Below are short answers to the questions that come up most often when planning a trip with OndaTravel.
Where to start planning a trip?
It's best to start by choosing a destination, a season and the number of days. Only then is it worth planning the route, accommodation and a list of attractions.
Is it better to plan lots of places or fewer stops a day?
It's usually better to choose fewer stops and leave a buffer for weather, driving, photos and spontaneous breaks.
How do I use OndaTravel's guides?
First choose a bigger guide to the region, then move on to the detailed descriptions of attractions, routes and practical tips.
Is it worth checking the weather before each stage of the trip?
Yes. The weather can change the day's plan, especially in the mountains, in Northern Europe and when watching the sky.
How do I avoid an overly packed plan?
Compare realistic driving times, opening hours, parking and day length. If a plan only looks good on the map, it's probably too ambitious.