The Travelling Dane

A CULTURAL
traveller

Join me to explore the world’s cultural wonders – hidden, dark and iconic.

The Travelling Dane guides you to timeless destinations, cultural highlights, dark tourism spots and UNESCO World Heritage Sites – and the stories they leave behind.

About The Travelling Dane

WHO AM I?

My name is Sara –born and raised in Copenhagen, Denmark (and yes, it’s “hyggeligt”). I get nervous, if there isn’t a ticket in my inbox, and all my income goes to travelling. 

You are welcome to contact me on thetravellingdane@gmail.com

WHY CULTURAL TRAVEL?

To really explore a country, you have to know it’s history. A country’s past is it’s identity. I’m a major in philosophy and arts and I’m curious about different cultures. I also work at UNESCO World Heritage Site. So if you’re looking for the must-see cultural sights and the historical background – you’re in the right place. And you know, chocolate is delicious cultural heritage!

MY FIRST TRAVELS

I’ve been travelling, since I was 0 years old, but my wanderlust began in 1999, when I travelled across China for 3 months – 19 years old and without internet. My first 2 trips were to Greece (before I was even born and right after), and I think my love for the country originated here.

HOW MANY COUNTRIES ?

So far: 61 countries covering 4 continents and 225 UNESCO sites. And the Arctic!

I’m counting the 193 UN member states + 2 observer. If you use the Traveller’s Century Club map, I’m at 77/329.

MY FAVOURITE TRIP

My recent favourite travel experience was when I finally visited the pyramids – a place, I’ve always dreamt of. The Taj Mahal, the Silk Road cities of Uzbekistan, Pompeii and Angkor are all very close seconds. My top nature experience was a safari in Mana Pools, Zimbabwe.

BONUS INFO

I’m not really a good traveller: I get carsick, airsick, trainsick and especially seasick. Occasionally, I also get landsickness. I really should do more biking and hiking…

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About

My travel partners

My mom

I almost always travel with my mom. My sister occasionally joins. Just like me, my mom loves old ruins and museums. My sister will go far some good food. Both like hiking in nature.

My husband & son 

We used to take long backpack trips. But my son is now diagnosed with autism and anxiety, and is no longer to happy about more than a beach trip. However in 2023, we travelled to Kenya – our first long trip in 7 years, so I’m optimistic. Meanwhile as he gets older, my husband and I’ve started to take weekend trips again.

 

 

Friends

Mostly, short European weekend trips, but I’m pushing for more adventure. As kids grow up, some are beginning to more curious.

Work

I’m so lucky to travel for work. Looking for dead kings and queens and World Heritage Sites with a great colleague. Once a year, I go on 3-day seminar at a Nordic World Heritage site.

Solo

A new thing brought on by not being able to travel much with husband and son and friends with busy lives and/or boring travel dreams. Not my go to, but gives me confidence and possibilities.

Find inspiration in my travels

ruins in bulgaria

The Best Second Cities in Europe for Cultural Travellers

tashkent cityscape

Tashkent, Uzbekistan – Where Silk Road Meets Soviet Modernism

ruins in mexico

From Teotihuacan to Chichén Itzá: Exploring Ancient Mexico

view of old tallinn

Vilnius vs Riga vs Tallinn: Best Baltic Capital for Cultural Trips?

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