While it’s true that summer is the peak time to visit, an autumn visit to Norway can be equally, if not more, rewarding. The view from Tjeldbergtind in Svolvær, Norway | Emmeli M There are fewer tourists about during the fall, for starters. The woods and forests also look stunning in their autumn colours. And […]
Camping in some of the world’s most dramatic terrain is one of the best things about a trip to Norway. And the bonus: it keeps costs down in what is otherwise an expensive country to travel around. In this guide you’ll learn everything you need to know about camping in Norway! Do campspots get better
Norway is one of the best places on Earth for viewing the midnight sun, and this guide will show you exactly where to see the midnight sun in Norway. Also known as the polar day, the midnight sun is when the sun is visible above the horizon at midnight and daylight lasts for more
High up inside the Arctic Circle, this scenic Lofoten Islands along Norway’s north coast are incredibly picturesque. White sand beaches, snow-capped mountains and pretty wooden fishing villages. And it’s not just the views that appeal – there are plenty of things to do in the Lofoten Islands too. You can take a Lofoten tour around the
Do you like the idea of relaxing in a sled and whizzing across the snow being pulled by a team of huskies? Or, better still, driving the dog team yourself? Having travelled extensively around Norway since 2014, we think Tromsø is one of Scandinavia’s best destinations for dog-sledding. Read on to find out how dog
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
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
