Andres Serra

Born in Argentina, raised in Spain, and shaped by six years in Australia and a stint living in the Costa Rican jungle, I've explored 40+ countries and counting. When I'm not working on the next Optimise Travel project, you'll find me on a football pitch, a tennis court, or planning my next adventure.

10 Places in Finland I think you should visit at least once 

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Finland surprised me more than almost any country I’ve ever visited.Before I arrived, I pictured endless forests, quiet lakes, and long winters. I found all of those things, but I also discovered medieval castles, colorful wooden towns, unforgettable saunas, and one of my favorite capital cities in Northern Europe.The more I explored, the more Finland … Read more

15 Places in Portugal I think you should see at least once

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Over the years, I’ve been lucky enough to explore many corners of Portugal, from the colorful streets of Porto and Lisbon to quiet medieval towns, dramatic coastlines, and vineyard-covered valleys that most travelers never see.This list brings together the 15 places that have left the biggest impression on me. Some are famous, others are easy … Read more