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…
Isn’t it great å være midt i smørøyet? That roughly translates to ‘to be in the sweet spot’ in Norwegian, which you are now that you’ve stumbled upon a local’s extensive list of 10 things…
Norway’s Northern Lights dance overhead while you sip hot chocolate around a crackling campfire. A friendly reindeer nuzzles your hand in search of treats. Snow falls silently on ancient pine trees. These are the winter…
After 1000+ guided tours in Oslo, I notice one mistake tourists make repeatedly: they rush through our capital without a proper Oslo travel guide, missing the authentic experiences that make this city special. As a…
After guiding thousands of winter visitors through Norway, I’ve learned one thing: where you stay during juletid (Christmas time) shapes your entire Norwegian holiday experience. As your local friend in Norway, I want to share…
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…
In recent decades, our glaciers in Norway have experienced an alarming rate of melting. As temperatures soar, glaciers become increasingly vulnerable to melting, leading to a significant reduction in their size and mass. It’s not…
Oslo at Christmas is truly a festive place to be. There’s so much to see, do, and taste, and I’m here to share some of my favorite tips on how to make the most of…