Talking to Rick Steves about Norway
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Oslobukta – They Bay of Oslo
Oslobukta or The Bay of Oslo is a brand new neighborhood in Oslo. Check out this photo guide to this fascinating area.
The Scenic Oslo Harbor Promenade
Walk and sail with me along the harbor promenade in Oslo. A scenic 10 kilometer hike following Oslo’s waterfront.
Oslo’s BEST Fjord walk?
Want to go for a hike in Oslo? My advice is to head out to Bygdøy for a stroll, you won’t regret it. Read this article to learn more.
How to pronounce the Norwegian letters Æ Ø Å
Æ Ø Å. To be able to pronounce many of our words here in Norway you really should master these three vowels.
The Atlantic Ocean Road in Norway
The Atlantic Ocean Road (Atlanterhavsveien) is one of the most spectacular roads in Norway. Come drive with me.
Deichman Main Library in Oslo
A place to be – I think this is the best description I can give of the new main library in Oslo. Coolest library ever made?
Video and photos from the Aker river in Oslo
Akerselva (Aker River) is the main river running through Oslo. In fall after a heavy rainfall it can run pretty wild.
Sollia Church – One of the most charming churches in Norway
The Sollia church is said to be one of the most beautiful and best preserved Baroque churches that we have in Norway. Join me as I visit this hidden gem!
A Road Trip in Norway with a VW T3 Camper
A road trip in Norway with a VW T3 Camper. An unforgettable journey through some of my favorite parts of Norway. And I found some incredible brown cheese!
A sailing adventure in Scandinavia
We cross the border over to Sweden, and sail down the pristine Swedish west coast.
How I got into sailing and a tour of my sailboat (Albin Vega 27)
From sunny sailing in the Caribbean to gales along the Swedish coast. It’s been a nice journey with plenty of memorable moments.
We celebrated Swedish Midsummer in Oslo
What are the main differences between a Swedish Midsummer celebration and a Norwegian one?
The Holmenkollen Ski Arena in Oslo
On the outskirts of Oslo city just on the border to the forest, one finds the Holmenkollen National Ski Arena. Learn more about ski jumping in Norway.
17th of May Celebration in Norway – COVID Special
The seventeenth of May or “Syttende Mai” as we say in Norway is our National Day.
Oslo – The City with a BARCODE
So why are these building in Oslo called the Barcode, and what do they look like?
A walk to see what’s going on in Oslo during COVID – Part 2
I take another walk in Oslo to see how life is during COVID.
A modern day Viking raid to the Holy Island
Year 793: A group of Vikings landed on the Island of Lindisfarne (aka. The Holy Island). Come join me as I go looking for some Viking remains
What’s going on in Oslo these days?
So what’s going on in Oslo nowadays during COVID? The truth: not much. Come with me as I go for a stroll in Oslo.
The Wonderful Vigeland Park in Oslo
Explore the Vigeland park with me, and learn about the artist and all the sculptures and figures that he made. This park is a must see when you visit Oslo!
Pål Bjarne Johansen is a tour guide, travel writer, sailor & videographer.
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