You’ve landed in Iceland, picked up your bags, passed the passport check, and now you’re ready to explore the land of ice and fire. First things first, welcome to Iceland! Pic: Keflavík Airport / SuperJet International (CC) Chances are, you landed at Keflavík Airport (KEF). Iceland’s main international airport, Keflavík is situated roughly 40 kilometres […]
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So you fancy a trip to the Nordic countries, but only have the time – or budget – to see one Scandinavian capital. Which should you visit: Stockholm or Oslo? In our opinion, there are so many reasons to visit both the capital cities of Sweden and Norway. Although Stockholm is more traditionally beautiful, Oslo
One of the best ways to enjoy the dramatic landscapes and sensational scenery of Scandinavia is on a road trip. Mountain road, Norway / awiemuc (CC) Here are some of our favourite long-distance journeys, plus a couple of shorter drives that allow you to see the best of the Scandinavia’s scenery as a quick and
What’s the best way to go sightseeing in Copenhagen? By bike, of course. The city is regularly ranked number one in the index of best cities in the world for cycling, and its network of dedicated cycle paths are a joy to use. Kristoffer Trolle (CC) So, why not do as the Danes do and
The spectacular northern lights can be seen across northern Sweden in winter, but Abisko is widely regarded as the best place to view them in the country. Some go further and say it’s the best place in the entire world. One reason for Abisko being singled out as the place to see the northern lights is its
With more than 24,000 islands – some fringed with white sand beaches, others dotted with pretty fishing villages – the Stockholm Archipelago is an amazing place to stay. Not all the islands are inhabited – some are little more than a rocky outcrop, while others are wooded islets with just a few simple summer cabins
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Scandinavia is a fun region to visit at any time of the year. However, it’s also huge – more than twice the size of California – and encompasses a wide range of climates, topography and physical landscapes. From the long fjord-indented coastline of Norway in the west that is warmed by the Gulf Stream to
