If you want a hotel that feels like Oslo today, not a postcard from the past, The Thief on Tjuvholmen is the one. You are right on the waterfront where the Oslofjord nudges sleek boardwalks, art galleries, and the Astrup Fearnley Museum next door. The building is all dark metal and glass, but the vibe … Read more
Volcanoes in Norway spark a lot of curiosity. People picture Iceland-style eruptions and lava fields, then land in Oslo to forests and fjords. The truth is more layered. Norway’s mainland has no active volcanoes today, yet the country carries a deep volcanic story written into cliffs, coastlines, building stones, and a far-flung Arctic volcano you … Read more
Norway does relaxation well. Between fjord air, forest silence, and the Norwegian love of hot-cold rituals, our spa hotels feel like a natural extension of the landscape. Whether you prefer an elegant city break with a world-class treatment menu or a quiet fjord retreat with outdoor pools and saunas, the best spa hotels in Norway … Read more
Norway can feel like a world of its own, with quiet streets, crisp air, and a social code that is polite but private. If you are curious about dating a Norwegian man, you will find a mix of independence, subtle warmth, and a deep love of nature that shows up in surprising ways. I grew … Read more
Fast food in Norway is clean, quick, and reliable, but rarely cheap. High wages, strict standards, long distances, and imported ingredients all show up on the receipt. If you are visiting, moving here, or just curious, this guide lays out what Norwegians actually pay for burgers, kebab, pizza slices, and hot dogs, plus the extras … Read more
Squeezed between steep mountains at the head of Lake Bandak, Dalen is one of those Norwegian villages that feels like a secret garden. It is the final stop on the historic Telemark Canal, home to the storybook Dalen Hotel, and a base for hikes that soar high above the water. If you like small places … Read more
If you have ever dreamed of staying in a grand wooden hotel cradled by mountains and water, Dalen Hotel is where that dream steps into daylight. Tucked at the end of the Telemark Canal in Telemark county, this 19th-century landmark is one of Norway’s most storied places to sleep. Think dragon-head carvings, lavish salons, and … Read more
Eating out in Norway has a reputation for being pricey, and yes, it often is. But once you know what typical menu prices look like, you can plan meals that fit your budget and still enjoy great food. I was born and raised here, and I’ve spent years helping visitors navigate Norwegian dining without sticker … Read more
Norway’s hotel scene is far more varied than most travelers expect. You can sleep in design-forward city icons, century-old fjord inns, glassy Arctic cabins that face the Northern Lights, or historic timber lodges where dinner is a slow, candlelit affair. Whether you are here for Oslo’s culture, Lofoten’s peaks, a fjord road trip, or a … Read more
Norway is a fantastic place to sleep well: clean rooms, quiet nights, and those legendary breakfast buffets that make lunch almost optional. It is also a country where prices swing with the seasons, and where small location choices can change your nightly rate by more than you expect. I have lived here all my life … Read more