Ramberg is one of those Lofoten places that looks unreal even when you are standing there. A crescent of white sand arcs around turquoise water, backed by gentle dunes and steep granite peaks. It is small, local, and wonderfully easy to enjoy. If you are road tripping the E10 or basing yourself nearby in Reine, … Read more
Unstad is a tiny village on Vestvågøy in the Lofoten Islands, tucked between steep mountains and a perfect crescent of Arctic sand. It is famous among surfers for world-class waves and among photographers for wild light, sea eagles, and a shoreline that changes mood every hour. I grew up visiting these beaches in all seasons, … Read more
Leknes is the practical heart of the Lofoten Islands, a small town on Vestvågøya that quietly holds the keys to beaches, mountain hikes, and fishing villages that most people imagine when they dream about Lofoten. As a local, I often tell visitors that Leknes is not the postcard itself, but it is the place that … Read more
Lofoten is the kind of place that sneaks up on you. One minute you are scanning a map of Norway, the next you are standing at the foot of a mountain that falls straight into emerald water, with seabirds in the wind and the smell of stockfish on the air. This island chain is compact … Read more
Oslo is a compact, green, and friendly city that works remarkably well for families. Distances are short, public transport is easy to understand, and there is a steady mix of hands-on museums, playgrounds, beaches, and forest adventures. I grew up here and raised my own kids exploring these spots in all seasons, so you are … Read more
The Fram Museum in Oslo is one of those places that surprises even seasoned travelers. Tucked on the museum peninsula at Bygdøy, it houses the original polar ship Fram inside a dramatic A-frame building, with a sister hall showcasing Amundsen’s Gjøa. If you’re curious about Norway’s golden age of exploration, or just want a hands-on … Read more
If you want to taste Norway without leaving one building, Mathallen in Oslo is where you go. Housed in a restored industrial hall along the Akerselva River in the Vulkan area, it’s a lively mix of small eateries, specialty shops, and passionate producers who care about quality. You’ll hear a dozen languages, see families, colleagues, … Read more
Floating saunas in Oslo have turned the inner Oslofjord into a year-round wellness playground. You step from a cedar-scented hot room straight into bracing saltwater, watch ferries glide by, and warm up again while the city skyline glows outside the window. As someone born and raised here, I’ve watched the sauna culture shift from winter … Read more
The Oslo Opera House is one of those places that quietly sneaks up on you. From a distance, it looks like a sheet of ice rising from the fjord; up close, it is a playground of sloping marble and glass where locals and travelers share the same rooftop. Home to the Norwegian National Opera and … Read more
Senja is Norway’s second largest island, a rugged slice of the north where jagged peaks plunge into teal fjords and tiny fishing villages huddle against the wind. If you love dramatic coastal scenery, quiet roads, wildlife, and friendly local communities, Senja belongs on your itinerary. I grew up visiting family in Northern Norway and have … Read more