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Learn Norwegian Words and Phrases Before Your Trip
If you’re planning a trip to Norway, you might be interested in learning a few Norwegian words and phrases. It can be really helpful to have some handy phrases up your sleeve for communicating with locals during your upcoming trip to Norway, so we’ve prepared a great guide that will help you learn the lingo before you arrive!
An active holiday in Geiranger
Have you ever wanted to experience the beauty of the true wilderness, far removed from the hustle and bustle of modern city living? Geiranger may be just the place for you – an idyllic place frozen in time, with sprawling nature that seems almost untouched by human hands. For those interested in an active holiday, Geiranger is just the ticket – here, a range of fun and active experiences are just waiting to be discovered.
Your guide to Kjerag
If you’re thinking of visiting Kjerag, we’re not surprised! Kjerag is a very popular tourist destination, and for good reason – it is host to one of the world’s most unique natural wonders, and also offers some incredible natural experiences to visitors. First check out our guide, with all of the most common questions about Kjerag answered!
Visit Geirangerfjord and Protect Norway’s Natural Beauty
So, you’ve decided to go to Norway – what an incredible tourist destination! There is so much to do and see in this beautiful country, and for the environmentally conscious traveller looking for a sustainable way to travel, Norway is the ideal destination. The trip of a lifetime must include one of the most well-known and popular Norwegian fjords – the Geirangerfjord.
Enjoy a sustainable tour in Lofoten
Are you thinking of visiting Lofoten this summer? The new Legendary Lofoten tour is an incredible option for exploring the very best of what the Lofoten area has to offer, and on the tour you’ll only be using public transport. It’s a more sustainable and environmentally friendly way to travel, and you’ll get to see so much of this beautiful region of Norway. Keep reading to find out more about the stunning area of Lofoten!
The Magical Flåm Railway
Even though the small village of Flåm is fairly remote and hidden away in the stunning Aurlandsfjorden in rural Norway, it’s a thriving tourist destination that’s a real dream to a lot of travellers from both near and far. Part of the appeal of this idyllic Norwegian mountain village is the world-famous Flåm Railway, which has been dubbed the most beautiful train journey in the world.
Advanced level hiking in Norway
Norway is a hiker's paradise with so many incredible routes to choose from. Here we recommend some of our favourites for the more accomplished hikers among you.
Glamping: The Fashionable Big Sister of Camping
Glamping is when you combine the best of camping with the best of a luxurious hotel experience, where you enjoy “friluftsliv” (the outdoors) with comfort. When you "glamp", there are no tent poles to be fitted, no sleeping bags to roll out, and it should not be far to the nearest toilet.
Experience a wildlife safari
Forget Africa for a moment. If you want to experience exciting, wild animals, then go on a safari in Norway! Not convinced? Read on. Okay, there are no wild lions, giraffes or elephants in Norway, but you can see bears, musk ox, wolves and whales here!
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What Visiting Norway in the Fall Has to Offer
Celebrate the colder weather and the rotation of the earth in Norway with exquisite fall views. Norway has many outdoor opportunities to enjoy autumn colors, no matter which part of the country you’re visiting.
Why Your First Trip After Retiring Should Be Norway
Welcome to life after retirement! It’s full of amazing opportunities to explore. So now that you are officially retired, you can practice balancing relaxation with adventure by taking a trip. Where should you go first?
What the “new normal” looks like for travel in Norway
The Coronavirus (COVID-19) was a game-changer and impacted our lives dramatically leading to a very different “new normal”. From how we plan everyday life, to the way we greet people we meet, and not least: how we travel. While 93 Million U.S. Citizens traveled outside the US in 2018 (shift.com), most countries advise their citizens not to travel abroad in 2020.
Why Norway Is Perfect for Adventure Travelers
Some people prefer their vacations to consist of lounging on a reclining chair, watching the waves roll onto the shore. However, they are not the people we’re going to talk about in this article because, as you probably know—not everyone is interested in having that type of vacation.
Visiting Norway
Known as the land of the midnight sun, Norway is a country that offers outstanding experiences all year round. Culture and cosmopolitan cities nestle alongside some of the most beautiful landscapes in the world, creating a location which is unlike any other.
8 UNESCO Sites Norway
Norway is home to some truly ancient and colorful attractions and some of these are even designated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. At the same time, not everyone knows about these sites before visiting Norway so we have compiled this list, as well as some further info on the UNESCO non-profit organisation.
Ålesund's Art Nouveau Architecture
Did you know that Norway is one of the more interesting places to experience modern and contemporary architecture? In addition to the gorgeous natural environments, making fjords and mountains unmissable elements of a trip to Norway, there is the lesser known attraction of its architectural history.
Oslo for Foodies
Today «New nordic cuisine» is a well integrated term in the culinary world. It hasn’t always been like this, and Norway has been viewed as somewhat of a culinary backwater. This, despite the fact that only France has racked up more wins in the «chefs’ world championship», the Bocuse d’Or competition!
Norway: The perfect holiday destination for Europeans
As borders gradually opened up to EEA countries, many European citizens have already found their way to Norway. Several countries are now marked as “green” on the current transmission map and welcome to holiday in Norway.