Planning a visit to Northern Europe? Here are some of the unique places to visit in the Nordics that are worth checking out!
With shared Viking Age history and dramatic landscapes among their highlights, the Nordic countries regularly attract curious travelers. Here are some ideas for your Nordic travel itinerary this summer.
Enjoy our inside guide to Norway's second largest city.
Here's an itinerary of things to do if you only have one day in Bergen - a city surrounded by mountains and fjords and filled with colourful wooden houses.
Have you always dreamed of exploring the Norwegian Fjords? Then staying at one of these unique and spectacular places in Norway will make your holiday that much more memorable!
After years living in southern Norway, I now really miss Oslo! So I put together a list of my favorite things to do in Oslo, so I always know what to do when I'm back in the city.
A complete guide to Lofoten filled with helpful tips to make planning your Lofoten trip a little easier.
With its fjords, Viking past, and Northern Lights, Norway really does feel like a magical place. Here are 50+ pictures of Norway.
Set on a glittering bay amid impressive hills and fjords, Oslo is one of Scandinavia's most magnificent cities.
'Let's go on a beach holiday to Norway', said no one ever. Norway is probably one of the last places on earth you'd think of for a beach holiday. Only beat by like Iceland, Finland and Antarctica. We all know
Here's a Scandinavia itinerary to explore the best of Nordic Countries in 3-weeks. Nordics is a region in Northern Europe that includes...
Planning a Scandinavia trip? Click to discover the ultimate 10 day Scandinavia itinerary for first-timers. See the very best of Denmark, Norway, and Sweden!
Explore Oslo's blend of nature, culture, and innovation with these 16 delightful facts, each one offering a glimpse into the essence of Norway's thriving capital city. Although I've lived in Trondheim for more than ten
Planning an Atlantic Road Norway road trip? Get the route map, faqs/tips + places to see/things to do so you don’t miss a thing on Norway’s dramatic west coast.
This list of unique things to do in Bergen includes some of the best hiking trails, swimming pools, museums, parks and gardens, restaurants where to eat and
I discovered a video on Nexflix’s YouTube channel titled: How Nordic are You? I thought it would make for a fun little blog post so I went ahead and I borrowed the questions. I will link the …
From the capital of Denmark to Sweden's rugged west coast and the Norway fjords, this Scandinavia itinerary gives you the best of Scandinavia in 12 days.
Over five years ago whenever I asked my Mom when are we going to Røros, Norway, she always says “sa Easter” so in my mind we will leave on Easter Sunday. But I was wrong, ang dami pala Easter dito sa Norway, from Saturday until Monday, Easter ang tawag nila. Thurs = Maundy Thursday Fri = Good Friday Sat = Easter Saturday Sun = Easter Sunday Mon = Easter Monday Easter in Norway is almost a week-long holiday so many people are taking advantage of this opportunity to take off from their work and spend their entire Holy Week with their friends and family by visiting their mountain cabins or traveling abroad. This means that shopping malls and restaurants’ offers are limited, half of the restaurants in Oslo will be closed and the majority of the shops are closed. So when I was planning for our Oslo Norway trip, I made sure that we will be in Oslo before Maundy Thursday. Day 1 in Oslo Norway Our 5 Days in Stockholm Sweden have finally come to an end. On our fifth day in Stockholm, we woke up early for our morning train ride. There are so many ways to travel from Stockholm to Oslo, you can choose bus, train, airplane or drive your own car. We chose the SJ train because the central station is already in the city so less travel time. In fact, we just walk from Generator Stockholm to Stockholm Central Station, it is a long walk but doable if you want to save on transportation. Walking to the train station with luggage is not a problem because it was early morning so there were no people and the road was not busy yet. We had breakfast at McDonalds and went to our boarding gate. There are limited chairs so no need to be really early. Travel time is more or less 6 hours so we had our lunch on the train too. Read: Traveling to Oslo Norway from Stockholm Sweden We took a taxi from Oslo Central Station to Cochs Pensjonat since it is 1.7km away. This was our accommodation for 4 days and 3 nights. Even though this hotel is already old, I like this accommodation because of the strategic location, it is near the train station, tourist spots, cafes, restaurants, convenience stores, and even supermarkets. Since we have our own kitchenette, kitchenware, and fridge, we were able to save money on food. After check-in, we dashed to REMA to buy our food, drinks, and some pasalubong since my husband will be going back to the Philippines already after our Oslo Trip. Keep in mind that stores in Norway are closed on Sundays and holidays. After grocery, we prepared for dinner and rested so we have energy for our DIY Walking Tour in Oslo. Read: Where to Stay in Oslo Norway Day 1 in Oslo Norway Day 2 in Oslo Norway When I was planning this Scandinavian Trip, I planned to purchase Oslo Pass so we can save money but after our experience with Stockholm Pass and when I learned that not all attractions and museums will be open on Easter, I decided not to avail of the Oslo Pass. But this doesn’t mean that we did not enjoy our trip because there are still tourist spots that we can visit and we chose the FREE tourist spots. Hehehe! I mentioned before that our accommodation is near Royal Palace so that was our first stop for our walking tour. Day 2 Itinerary The Royal Palace Park The Royal Palace Karl Johans Gate University of Oslo Building National Theater Stortinget Oslo Cathedral Oslo Central Station Tiger Oslo Opera House Akershus Castle Akershus Fortress Read: Day 2 in Oslo Norway Day 3 in Norway Our third day is another walking tour, we just planned to visit Vigeland Sculpture Park but since we still have the energy to walk, we visited other tourist spots. We had late lunch at Asian Box. Day 3 Itinerary Frogner Park Vigeland Sculpture Park Oslo City Hall Nobel Peace Center Aker Brygge Wharf Read: Day 3 in Oslo Norway Day 4 Oslo Central Station to Trondheim Central Station Last day in Oslo and vacation is already over, my husband will travel back to the Philippines while my son and I will stay in my mom’s place. You can travel to Trondheim from Oslo via air, sea, land, and rail. We usually travel by plane but for a change, we chose the train so we don’t need to ride different transportations. If we chose an airplane, we still need to ride a train, plane, and bus just to reach the Ferry Boat Terminal. Travel time is 7 hours but I have no regrets because if you travel by train, no check-in is needed, and no luggage allowance. The train ride is more comfortable and relaxing because you have more legroom and you can enjoy the scenery. Our train ride is like a feast in the eyes, Oslo to Trondheim is indeed a scenic journey. So if you are not in a hurry, try riding a train too so you will enjoy Norway’s nature. Read: Oslo Central Station to Trondheim Central Station Our Scandinavian Trip has finally come to an end and I was glad that we were able to pursue this trip. This was our first time traveling to 3 countries in one trip and our longest family vacation so far. I am thankful for the experience because I don’t know when we can do it again. Read: Day Trip in Elverum Norway 4 days in Copenhagen Denmark with Kid 5 Days in Stockholm Sweden with Kid
There are many reasons why life expectancy is lower in the U.S. than all the Nordic countries. Here are some lifestyle tips from Scandinavia that we could all learn from.
The Nordic Diet is a way of eating based on the whole foods found primarily in the Nordic Region. This includes countries like Norway, Denmark and Iceland. It was developed in 2004 by nutritionists, doctors, chefs and scientists to combat rising obesity rates in the Nordic region. Nordic peoples have been eating a diet like...Read the Post
Northern Europe road trips: Explore the best nature in Scandinavia and the Nordic countries from the road. Here are five of the best road trips in the region.
Let me tell you about some of the many things to do in Flåm, Norway! I will go into detail about where to stay, things to do, and what we did during our one day in Flåm.
Spending one day in Oslo, Norway is plenty of enough time to see the best of Scandinavia's (and maybe even the world's) most expensive city.
With shared Viking Age history and dramatic landscapes among their highlights, the Nordic countries regularly attract curious travelers. Here are some ideas for your Nordic travel itinerary this summer.
There are many reasons why life expectancy is lower in the U.S. than all the Nordic countries. Here are some lifestyle tips from Scandinavia that we could all learn from.
Everything you need to know about taking the train from Oslo to Bergen: where to buy tickets, which side to sit on, what to bring, when to travel, why it's a child-friendly ride, and more. Don't miss one of the most beautiful train rides in the world.
Explore Scandinavia by train in just one week on this rail itinerary which takes you from the cosmopolitan capital cities of Copenhagen, Stockholm and Oslo to the spectacular Norwegian fjords.
Discover Nordic culture with a cruise to Scandinavia and the Baltics. Known for our stunning nature, fresh air and magical northern lights!
If you have just 24 hours in Oslo, Norway, use this itinerary to maximize your time and see the best Oslo has to offer!
Finland Travel Guide. The Northern Lights can be seen from the country’s Arctic Lapland province, known for its ski resorts and...
Spending three days in Bergen, Norway? Here are the best things to do in Bergen, including hiking, fjord cruises, museums, restaurants + more!
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Take a scenic rail journey through the Norwegian fjords on board the Flamsbana or Flam Railway, a spectacular day trip by train through the mountains from Myrdal to Flam on the banks of the Sognefjord
A guide to the best photo locations in the Lofoten Islands complete with a map and tips on where to stay and when to visit the Lofoten Islands.
Plan your dream trip to Norway with this travel guide: things to do, itineraries, packing tips, tours, car rental, accommodation, and more. Find out!
Build up your general knowledge by diving into this fascinating collection of facts about the Nordic countries. The Nordic countries are known around the world for their unique history and culture. But there's a lot
The Best Nordic Tours & Trips offer superb packages for tourists with everything from voyages, and group trips to self-drive tours and family escapes.
Want to Learn More About Nordic Life? Here are my answers to a happier better Nordic Life where ever you are... Nordic Lifestyle: Embrace Slow Living, Cultivate Happiness and Know When to Take off Your Shoes Nordic Lifestyle: Embrace Slow Living, Cultivate Happiness and Know When to Take off
What does Hygge, Mysig, Fika and Sisu actually mean? These and other Nordic words that you really want to know and understand.
Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden cooperate through the Nordic Council. The cooperation helps the Nordic brand internationally.
Iceland has some of the best, most unique souvenirs in the world. Maybe it's because of its isolation--a rock in the middle of the ocean, with Greenland as its only neighbor, Iceland is mostly free
From canal tours to cycling to exploring royal palaces, here are some of the best Copenhagen activities.
Here's a Scandinavia itinerary to explore the best of Nordic Countries in 3-weeks. Nordics is a region in Northern Europe that includes...
I'm excited to share a list of free things to do in Bergen which is also called the "Gateway to the Fjords of Norway", provided by our local author Timo.
