Life in Tallinn updates We’ve been living in Tallinn for just over four months now, and we’re really enjoying the city. It’s so comfortable here! We were excited to have a white Christmas but unfortunately, the weather has been warmer than usual, and we’re still waiting to see our first snow. I’ve made an attempt…
October news / Nouvelles d’octobre
New blog siteHello everyone! 😍I have a new blog… well, actually a new site that Mark created for my blog! On this new site, you can click on photos to see them larger, leave comments if you’d like, and subscribe to receive an email every time I post a new story. I will transfer the…
End of September / Fin de septembre
Linnahall architecture tour We recently joined a behind-the-closed-doors tour of the Linnahall and it was absolutely fascinating! Linnahall was designed as a multi-purpose complex. Beyond its concert hall, it once hosted an ice rink, exhibition spaces, cafes, administrative offices and sport halls. Over the years, its stage welcomed some big international artist names, including Scorpions,…
Mid-September / Mi-Septembre
End of Tallinn’s Fringe festival We managed to see six shows in total. Not every single one was a hit, but it was fascinating to watch comedians giving it their all and trying to make a name for themselves. It must be a tough gig, especially with Estonian crowds, who aren’t exactly known for being,…
Week 4 / Quatrième semaine
Tallinn’s Fringe festival / Festival Fringe de Tallinn Cool comedy shows Tallin’s Fringe Festival runs from August 18 to September 18. We’ve already been to there comedy shows already and have three more lined up. It’s been a lot of fun! The festival as led us to discover small theatre venues we never would have…
Week 3 / Troisieme semaine
A busy Saturday! Bakery and coffee to start the day! ☕️ 🥐 We tried a cardamon bun and a cinnamon bun, both were absolutely delicious! It was at this cute little cafe called Pulla Bakery in the Old Town, run by a lovely mom-and-daughter. ❤️ Un samedi occupé! Patisserie et cafe pour commencer la journée!☕️…
Week 2 / Deuxieme semaine
Where we stay We originally booked for 1 month this apartment hotel called Bob W. It has everything we need and it’s in a perfect location, right in the heart of Tallinn. After just a few days here, we decided to extend our stay by another two months. This will give us time to sort…
Our Move to Tallinn / Notre demenagement a Tallinn
An Estonian adventure! / Une aventure estonienne! Saying goodbye to Vancouver Leaving Vancouver was bittersweet. After 19 years for me and a lifetime for Mark, it was not easy to say goodbye to the mountains, the ocean, and all our friends and family. We spent our last few weeks revisiting our favorite spots and restaurants….