Bybanen is Bergen’s light rail, the backbone of daily life for commuters, students, and plenty of visitors. It is clean, frequent, affordable by Norwegian standards, and a very easy way to feel the rhythm of the city. If you are flying into Bergen, there is a good chance your first glimpse of everyday Norway will … Read more
Buying a house in Lofoten is a dream for many. Sharp mountains rising straight from blue-green seas, fishing villages strung with rorbuer, midnight sun and northern lights in their seasons. But dreamy landscapes come with practical realities. The islands have a tight housing market, local rules to understand, and a coastal climate that rewards careful … Read more
Buying a home in Norway is a little different from what many visitors expect. Prices vary widely from Oslo’s inner neighborhoods to small coastal towns, and the way homes are owned and financed has a few Norwegian twists. As someone who grew up here and has helped many newcomers navigate the market, I will walk … Read more
If you are planning a trip to Trondheim and wondering where to stay, Britannia Hotel is probably on your shortlist. This grand dame opened in 1870 and has long been the city’s most iconic address. As a Norwegian who grew up with weekend trips to Trondheim, I have watched the hotel transform from a storied … Read more
If you are looking for a proper wellness break within easy reach of Oslo, The Well Spa Resort is the name that keeps popping up. Tucked just south of the city in Nordre Follo, this large, design-forward hotel is attached to what is often described as Norway’s most comprehensive spa complex. Think countless saunas, steams, … Read more
If you have ever dreamed of a Scandinavian spa weekend where salty sea air mixes with cedar-scented saunas, Farris Bad in Larvik is what you are imagining. Built right on the shoreline, this modern resort is famous in Norway for its expansive wellness facilities, clean-lined design, and easy access to both city comforts and nature. … Read more
Tucked into the pretty harbor village of Son on the eastern side of the Oslofjord, Son Spa is one of Norway’s most popular seaside spa hotels. It blends a clean Scandinavian design with a generous water-and-sauna circuit, good food, and easy access to coastal walks and small-town charm. For many of us locals, it is … Read more
Solstrand Hotel & Bad is one of those places that quietly gets under your skin. Set on a headland by the Bjørnafjorden, just south of Bergen, this family-run hotel blends historic charm with a modern spa, big west coast skies, and the kind of warm Norwegian hospitality that never feels forced. If you want a … Read more
If you picture Norway as deep blue water framed by snow-dusted peaks and tiny farms tucked into the hillsides, Hotel Alexandra in Loen delivers that postcard at full size. This family-run property has been welcoming guests for generations, and it shows in the way the place balances tradition with modern comforts. Think carved wood, bright … Read more
Norefjell Ski & Spa is one of Norway’s best known mountain resorts, an easy escape from Oslo where skiing, spa time, and big views come together. I grew up with Norefjell as a classic winter weekend choice, but it has matured into a year-round base for families, couples, and active travelers who want comfort without … Read more