You probably know the expression “to kill two birds with one stone”? In Norway we say “å slå to fluer i én smekk” (to hit two flies in one smack). And that is exactly what…
In this article I want to share with you one of my favorite ways to experience Oslo – a scenic and historic cruise on the beautiful Oslo Fjord. If you’re planning a visit to Norway’s…
With the beautiful Sunnmøre Alps as a backdrop to the south, the islands to the north, and with the Brosundet canal running straight through town, Ålesund might be the best city in Norway for kayaking.…
Tours in Norway: City Adventures and Rural Discoveries Oi oi! Norway: where the fjord meets urban life. My country has absolutely everything to offer depending on your taste in vacations: are you more of a…
Take out your notepads. The Norway-based local is here. After watching countless tourists line up for photos at Prekestolen and crowd the Geiranger viewpoints (stunning as they are), I figured it’s time to share what…
The Norway in a Nutshell Tour is one of the most popular ways to get close to Norway’s picturesque fjords, mountains and villages. Each year, travelers from all over the world embark on this epic…
Do you dream of experiencing Norway’s famous fjords, one-of-a-kind activities and historic hotels—all in one place? Then, the Sognefjord in a Nutshell tour is perfect for you, and it’s one of my favorite fjord tours…
Visit Norway Now: 7 Reasons This Is the Trip of a Lifetime This summer, I stood at Stegastein viewpoint as the afternoon sun lit up Aurlandsfjord. A Swiss tourist next to me said, “I never…
Working as a local guide in Oslo I enjoy giving tours here, but whenever I have time I also like to join guided tours. There is always something new to learn, and it’s also a…
Norway in a Nutshell (NIN) is an iconic trip that takes you between Oslo and Bergen with trains, fjord cruise ferry and bus. This is often the journey of choice for many first-time travelers to…