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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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: […]
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 — […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
