Norwegian summer is the season we wait for all year. The light lingers late in the south and never ends in the far north, the mountain trails open, ferries stitch together fjords and islands, and outdoor life moves from wishful to effortless. If you are visiting Norway in summer, you will find a country made … Read more
Traveling while expecting can be both exciting and a little intimidating. Norway is a safe, well organized country with clean air, reliable transport, and top tier healthcare, which makes it a good choice for a babymoon or a family visit before baby arrives. As a Norwegian who has helped many visitors navigate our mountains, fjords, … Read more
Fedje is a small windswept island community on Norway’s west coast, about two hours northwest of Bergen. It is one of those places that feels far from everything and yet very easy to love. Expect vast skies, salty air, and a tight-knit village wrapped around a sheltered harbor. If you are curious about authentic coastal … Read more
Tucked among skerries and sheltered channels at the mouth of the Sognefjord, Skjerjehamn is a tiny coastal outpost with a surprisingly big story. Once a bustling trading post serving fishermen and farmers from the surrounding islands, today it’s a peaceful hideaway with a beautifully restored wooden hotel, a sculpture garden by the sea, and the … Read more
Bergen is the gateway to fjords, islands, waterfalls, and mountain villages that feel a world away yet sit within easy reach of the city. Growing up on the west coast, I learned early that the magic here often starts when you leave the harbor and let the weather decide the mood. Some days are bright … Read more
A bunad is more than clothing. It is heritage you can wear, stitched with local patterns, stories, and pride. If you are planning to buy one for May 17 or a wedding, you are likely wondering what it will actually cost and why the price varies so much. As someone who grew up around bunader … Read more
Catching the northern lights in Oslo is absolutely possible, but it takes a little luck and some strategy. At 60 degrees north, Oslo sits far south of Norway’s auroral hot spots, which means displays are rarer and usually fainter than what you see in Tromsø or Lofoten. Still, a strong solar storm, a clear sky, … Read more
Filling up your car in Norway is mostly straightforward, but there are a few local quirks that can catch travelers off guard. From unmanned stations and card pre-authorizations to the E10 vs. 98 octane question, this guide covers everything you need to know to refuel smoothly anywhere from Oslo to the Arctic. If you just … Read more
If you’ve heard that Norway has “weird laws,” you’re not alone. Visitors stumble on rules about alcohol hours, wild camping, studded tires, even dog leashes and wonder if we’re just making it up. As a Norwegian who grew up with these norms, I can tell you they’re less about being quirky and more about balancing … Read more
Norway is famous for whales, orcas, and puffins, but we also share our cold, clear seas with several species of sharks. From the gentle, plankton-eating basking shark that cruises near the surface in summer to the mysterious Greenland shark that haunts deep fjords, sharks are a quiet part of our marine story. As someone born … Read more