We're Joona & Alla — a Finnish-Ukrainian couple living in Rovaniemi, Finland. Together we've travelled to 21 countries and write honest, locally-grounded travel guides about Lapland and beyond.
We’ve done the overrun islands. Now we’re pointing at the ones rising in 2026 — Kos, Samos, and Lesvos — where the beaches are real, the tavernas are local, and you won’t queue 40 minutes for a sunset photo.
We’ve driven Norway’s fjords, Lofoten, and scenic routes in every season. Here’s the honest answer to whether renting a car in Norway is worth it — costs, tips, and what we wish we’d known.
