Danai ChristopoulouAuthor 2 mins read Why you need to put Alta on your itinerary Surrounded by Finnmark’s wild beauty and steeped in history that literally spans thousands of years, this small city in Northern Norway may be off the beaten path but is totally worth your time. Alta has a lot to entice you with, from UNESCO World Heritage sites and dancing lights in the sky, to untamed landscapes […] Read more
Danai ChristopoulouAuthor 3 mins read 10 things you may not know about Kirkenes Located at the far northeast corner of Norway, the capital of the Barents region is a small but mighty impressive place! Kirkenes is popular with travelers, both domestic and international, all year long — for a variety of reasons that span from its fantastic, wild environs, to its multicultural allure, rich history and authentic Arctic […] Read more
Danai ChristopoulouAuthor 2 mins read 5 reasons you need to have Kirkenes on your bucket list Just a few miles from the Russian and Finnish borders, the small town of Kirkenes perfectly encapsulates the Nordic spirit at its most nuanced. Surrounded by diverse, untamed nature and rich both in history and in wildlife, Kirkenes is one of those destinations that may not instantly be in your radar — but that are […] Read more
Danai ChristopoulouAuthor 2 mins read How to travel to Kirkenes in Northern Norway The perfect gateway to the Barents region and a uniquely multi-cultural gem of a town, Kirkenes lies around 400 km north of the Arctic Circle, just a few kilometers away from the Russian and Finnish borders. But although it seems like a very “off the beaten path” destination, Kirkenes is actually quite easy to reach: […] Read more
Danai ChristopoulouAuthor 2 mins read Flåm: worth a visit during all 4 seasons The tiny, picturesque village of Flåm, whose name translates to “a plain between steep mountains,” is an absolute gem all year long. Located at the innermost bank of the Aurlandsfjord in Fjord Norway, with steep mountains enveloping it from all sides, Flåm is a testament to the timeless beauty of Norwegian nature and culture — […] Read more
Danai ChristopoulouAuthor 2 mins read 6 reasons why you need to visit Undredal in Fjord Norway Tucked into the shores of Aurlandsfjord, surrounded by steep mountains, the tiny village of Undredal enchants travelers all year long. There’s more goats than people here! We’re not exaggerating: the village of Undredal has a population of less than 100 people (around 85, to be precise) and as many as 500 goats! Why this 1 […] Read more
Danai ChristopoulousAuthor 4 mins read 6 ice-cold facts about the Arctic Circle in Norway 66° 34’. That’s the latitude that marks the beginning of the Earth’s northernmost point: the Arctic Circle. 66° 34’ is also the latitude above which you can explore the many wonders of Arctic Circle Norway, from the colorful sky ballet of the northern lights to the relentless golden rays of the midnight sun. Are you […] Read more
Danai ChristopoulouAuthor 3 mins read 6 tips to improve your kayaking skills and experience Kayaking in Norway will feel like a dream come true. All that gorgeous scenery, the fresh air, those crystalline waters… But while kayaking is accessible to everyone and you don’t have to be an athlete to be good at it (and enjoy the views), there are still some ways you can improve your skills and […] Read more
Ina-Cristine HelljesenAuthor 2 mins read Chasing the midnight sun in Northern Norway – light facts and tips Where the sun never sets. During the dark winter months visitors flock to Northern Norway to hunt for the northern lights. In the summer the focus shifts to the soft golden midnight sun. Northern Norway is often referred to as ‘the land of the midnight sun’. This is where you can look at your watch and […] Read more
Ina-Cristine HelljesenAuthor 3 mins read Tips for northern lights photography Watching the green lights dance across the night sky is a magical sight. If you are like most of us you probably want to document the sight. Taking northern lights photos using the wrong settings will result in dark images not showing any of the magic you have witnessed. Having the right manual settings are […] Read more