3 Days in Tromso, Norway: The Perfect Tromso in Winter Itinerary
Tromsø, Norway, is often referred to as the “Gateway to the Arctic,” due to its location 220 miles (350 kilometers) above The Arctic Circle...
12 Awesome Things to Do in the Lofoten Islands in Norway
The Lofoten Islands are an incredible part of Norway to explore. Known for dramatic mountains that plunge into the sea and colorful fishing villages...
15 Things to Know Before Visiting the Lofoten Islands in Norway
Norway is such a bucket list destination for a lot of travelers, and within the country there are so many different bucket list-worthy regions...
12 Fun Facts You Might Not Know About Norway
Stunning fjords. Snow-dusted mountains. Dancing Northern Lights. Heart-shaped waffles slathered in fresh berry jam. Beds that feel like clouds. And a never-ending supply of...
Things to Do on Senja: A Guide to Norway’s Underrated Island Destination
You guys know that I really love Norway. It's a country that offers some of my favorite things, including epic landscapes, delicious seafood, interesting...
A Perfect 10-Day Norway Itinerary in Winter (Without a Car)
Norway is one of my favorite countries in the world in which to travel. It's organized, it's safe, it's clean, and it's jaw-droppingly beautiful...
A First-Time Visitor’s Guide to Bergen, Norway
Surrounded by mountains and fjords and filled with colorful wooden buildings, it's not difficult to understand why the city of Bergen is such a...
Road Tripping Around Norway’s OTHER Northern Islands
When most people hear “islands” and “Northern Norway” in the same sentence, chances are visions of the now-famous Lofoten Islands are likely to pop...
Norway in a Nutshell Tour: What Is It and Is It Worth It?
Even before my love affair with Norway officially began in 2015, I had heard of the famous “Norway in a Nutshell” tour. It's so...
The Secret of Sommarøy
I know as soon as I drive over the bridge (a one-way bridge, mind you, that curves high over the ocean below) that there's...
Tromso vs. Alta: Exploring Norway’s Arctic North in Winter
You may say that you don't like the cold. You may say that you can't imagine visiting a part of the world that literally...
50+ Pictures of Norway That Prove Norway is Straight Out of a Fairy Tale
The country of Norway appears on a LOT of bucket lists. And for good reason: it's got Viking history, Northern Lights, beautiful fjords, and great...
What to Pack for a Trip to Northern Norway in Winter
Traveling to Norway at any time of year could inspire a detailed packing list – layers are necessary year-round, as is gear for any of...
Chasing the Northern Lights in Arctic Norway
The weather was not good. In fact, the forecast – filled with wind and snow and fast-moving clouds – was so poor that I...
Sled Dogs, Lavvos, and Northern Lights: Glamping at the Holmen Husky Lodge in Norway
The sled was swishing across the moonlit snow, taking smooth turns between spindly trees as the team of five huskies in front of me...
10 Awesome Reasons to Visit Northern Norway in Winter
I love cold weather travel. I've excitedly taken winter trips to snowy destinations like Iceland, Manitoba, Baffin Island, Ottawa, and more. And one of...
The Most Famous Fjord in Norway
It was drizzling slightly as I pulled my rental car into the car ferry line at Hellesylt and popped into the gift shop for a...