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 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…
With abundant snow, otherworldly landscapes, and magical northern lights, Norway turns into a true winter wonderland during the colder months. Despite the frigid temperatures (and occasional bad weather), winter is a great time of year…
Norway is famous for its rich culture, enticing food, sprawling natural beauty and renowned fjords (two of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites). Fjords are found in regions with a history of glacial activity—they were…
In 2021, Norway welcomed 1.44 million tourists from all over the world. The country’s capital city, Oslo, is always a popular destination! Top sights, like The Fram Museum, The National Museum and the Oslo Opera…